VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities
The Team The Vancouver Stealth are a member of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), the professional box lacrosse league of North America. The NLL features the best lacrosse players in the world playing in a nine team league spanning Canada and the United States with teams in Buffalo, Calgary, Colorado, Edmonton, Minnesota, Philadelphia, Rochester and Toronto. In their history, the Stealth have had tremendous success on the floor, winning four division championships, appearing in the NLL Championship game three times and winning the 2010 NLL Champions Cup.
The Venue The Langley Events Centre is a 322,312 square foot facility, which includes an Arena Bowl, Triple Gymnasium, Double Gymnasium, Fieldhouse, Banquet Hall, Gymnastics Training Facility, Fitness and Community Centre, Meeting Spaces, Offices and Leased Spaces in addition to many supporting functional areas. The facility is located adjacent to Willoughby Community Park.
The League The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is North America s professional indoor lacrosse league featuring the best players in the world competing for the sport s most coveted prize, the Champion s Cup. Founded in 1986, the NLL ranks third in average attendance for professional indoor sports worldwide behind only the NHL & NBA. The NLL features 9 regular season home games, with a possible three home playoff games spanning January to May. The league is comprised of nine franchises across the U.S. and Canada: Buffalo Bandits, Calgary Roughnecks, Colorado Mammoth, Edmonton Rush, Minnesota Swarm, Philadelphia Wings, Rochester Knighthawks, Toronto Rock and Vancouver Stealth.
Why Partner with the Stealth? Vancouver Stealth lacrosse truly is More Than A Game. By partnering with BC s professional lacrosse team, you will: Gain access to over 30,000 engaged sports fans per season Have the opportunity to speak to loyal lacrosse fans from across BC Affiliate your brand with a professional sports league that is recognized across North America Demonstrate your shared commitment to fostering strong communities Invest in programs that provide children with the opportunity to get involved in minor sports
By the Numbers 2014 Total Attendance 32,312 Social Media Followers 31,928 Average Monthly Unique Website Traffic 3,500 LEC Arena Bowl Capacity: 5,276 59% of Stealth Season Ticket Holders are between the ages of 41 and 60 (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey) 67.4% of Stealth Season Ticket Holders are male (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey) 60% of Stealth Season Ticket Holders reported over $100,000 annual household income 76.6% of Stealth Season Ticket holders surveyed in 2014 stated that they were more likely to support a business or brand that partnered with the Vancouver Stealth (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey)
Arena Branding Turf Graphics provide the opportunity to be in the action at all 9 Vancouver Stealth home games. With only a limited number of available spaces (maximum of eight), placing your company logo on the turf will ensure you are front and centre for Stealth fans. Turf graphics are viewed during online streaming and TV broadcasts of NLL games providing the highest frequency of exposure of all sponsorship items.
Arena Branding Rink Boards are a great way to imprint your brand into the forefront of Stealth fans consciousness. There are only 40 available at 12 feet wide by 3 feet high (full colour) and are up for all t9 Stealth home games. In addition to being highly visible for fans attending the games, the rink boards are visible online via live streaming on the NLL YouTube Channel, TV broadcasts and often end up in supplemental imagery through photography and video events.
Arena Branding Backlits are the largest form of static advertising available at the LEC. Ranging in width from 18 feet to 27 feet (all are two feet high), they are printed in full colour and are visible to anyone in attendance at all 9 Stealth home games as well as all Langley Rivermen (BC Hockey League), Trinity Western University Spartans (BC Intercollegiate Men s Hockey League), Langley Thunder (Western Lacrosse Association) and Langley Junior Thunder (BC Junior A Lacrosse League) home games in addition to numerous other LEC events.
Arena Branding Video Screen the most prominent feature of the LEC Arena Bowl is the four sided video screen. The 16:9 full colour digital screen captures the attention of all in attendance before, during and after the game. Advertising on the video screen allows for the unique opportunity to have the TFSE Production staff develop an interactive element for your business that can be tied to various in game segments and fan experiences.
Arena Branding Stair Decals provide a unique opportunity to attract attention to your brand. Place your company s logo on an eye-level staircase visible throughout the arena. These advertisements are very prominent and are present throughout the year at many events.
Print Opportunities In addition to the various in-rink advertising opportunities there are a number of great print collateral options which will place your brand directly in the hands of Stealth ticket holders. Ticket Backs (100,000 printed in 2014) Media Partners The Stealth are pleased to be partners with multiple media outlets, providing your brand the unique opportunity to extend its reach to communities across the lower mainland. Official Game Programs (2,250 printed in 2014) Pocket Schedule Advertisements (15,000 printed in 2014) Online Exposure The Stealth Website receives over 3,500 unique visitors per month, with certain pages exceeding 11,000 views. Integrate your logo onto the Stealth website and interact directly with our fans through social media platforms, providing fans with special offers and even more visibility of your brand.
In-Game Opportunities Game Night Sponsorship: Includes On-turf promotions, PA announcements and giveaways Bombshells: Become the presenting sponsor of Vancouver s best dance team Bomber the Fox: Sponsor the hardest working fox in professional lacrosse Game Host Mikey C: Receive in-game recognition, on mic through our game host Interact with Stealth fans and create a memorable experience with your brand by investing in the game night experience.
Community Involvement The Vancouver Stealth are proud to assist community initiatives to help non-profit, charity and school programs. The Stealth management, coaches and players are dedicated to growing the game throughout the lower mainland. With numerous appearances throughout the year at charity and community events, along with multiple school visits, the Stealth are continually looking to grow the game throughout the province of BC. Last season the Vancouver Stealth joined the fight against cancer and raised over $13,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society through a silent auction of limited edition, game worn Stealth jerseys. Your organization can help make these projects possible by partnering for a cause for the 2015 season. The Stealth also host a Pre-Game Party prior to every home game. Fans are invited to meet the Bombshells, take a photo with Bomber, and enjoy some food and beverage while the Eastern game plays on the big screen. Become the presenting sponsor of the Pre-Game party for 2015 and interact directly with Stealth fans.
Be Part of the Action Season Tickets Starting from $99 you can enjoy the best seats in the house all season long Group Tickets Bring a group of friends or co-workers and receive discounted tickets and exclusive opportunities Private Suites Experience the best NLL action from the best seats in the house
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