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Comedian Jeff Dunham & Characters to Welcome 2012 in Pittsburgh .................................................5 Calendar of Events ....................................................................13 CONSOL Energy Center Building Information .........................17 Special Delivery .........................................................................21 CONSOL Energy Center Seating Chart ....................................24 CONSOL Energy Center Concessions .....................................25 CONSOL Energy Center Tours .................................................29 Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation ...............................................31 Globetrotters Come To Town Continuing A Holiday Tradition ................................................35 Doo Wop Favorites To Preform at 10th Anniversary Reunion......................................................41 Bylsma, Penguins Employees and Local Community Take Pride in Building Playground .............................................46 Penguins Pond Presented By Highmark at SouthSide Works ..................................................................56 2011.12 Pittsburgh Penguins Season Schedule ........................58 Cover artwork: Andrew Smaltz
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COMEDIAN JEFF DUNHAM & CHARACTERS TO WELCOME 2012 IN PITTSBURGH Comedian ventriloquist, Jeff Dunham and his troupe of characters promise to send out the old year with plenty of laughs when the show comes to CONSOL Energy Center on New Year’s Eve. Dunham, the star of four Comedy Central specials, also wrote a New York Times Best Seller, “All By My Selves: Walter, Peanut, Achmed and Me.” He will appear with his well known “selves”, as well as two next generation newbies, Peanut’s Little Jeff and Achmed Junior who were introduced this fall in his fourth Comedy Central special, “Controlled Chaos.”
Talking about the upcoming Pittsburgh show, Dunham thinks that his new characters will stick with the audience when the show is over. He adds, “Walter’s divorce material is pretty darned water cooler friendly as well.” Anyone who has seen Dunham perform marvels at his ability to enliven his characters while keeping his own personality intact. What is the source of inspiration for his dummies? Dunham says, “Just living life and observing the world. Each character has a different genesis and there’s no formula. If I think it’s a funny idea and can write a few jokes for him, plus if I think he will appeal to a good percentage of the audience, then I’ll go with it. But along with the successful characters, there is the trunk full of the characters that I call, ‘What the hell was I thinking?’ Tony the Talking Meatball probably tops that list.” continued on page 6
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“Time and circumstance,” bring on the addition of new characters, according to Dunham who says. “If I feel it’s time, and there’s a new DVD down the road in the foreseeable future, I start thinking, considering, and looking. But on equal grounds, sometimes a new guy just pops into my head and he seems too good to pass up.” Does Dunham have a “favorite child?” “If you mean of the dummies, and not my actual children, I’d say that Walter is my favorite for writing material; Achmed is my favorite when it comes to playing internationally, and Peanut is my ~Jeff Dunham favorite when ad-libbing with a crowd,” says Dunham explaining, “I like to play to and with each one’s strengths.” Talking about which character he most relates to, Dunham says, “Each one in a different way. They are all a part of me, yet at the same time they are separate characters from me. When they make a statement, that isn’t necessarily what I, as myself, think. It’s a play or sitcom on stage and I am playing many different characters. So the short answer is: All of them.” Watching Achmed’s blood-shot eyeballs and bushy eyebrows express villainy or comedy, it is amazing to realize that Dunham builds his dummies himself. The comedian describes the process briefly: “Everything from sculpting the head first in clay, then making a silicone mold, then casting the head in fiberglass, installing the mechanics, painting the head, wigging it, building the body, then clothing it.” Dunham, a global comedy phenomenon, speaks no Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian or Afrikaan, the official languages of some of the international venues he has played. His relationship with his characters transcends anything that might be lost in translation. “I think the characters are universal and relatable as is the subject matter and comedy. Funny is funny, even if you have to translate,” he says. Dunham’s Pittsburgh show begins at 3 p.m. and as to how he plans to send out the old and welcome new, he says, “You tell me! What’s the best way to ring in New Year’s in Pittsburgh?”
dummies, and not my actual children, I’d say that Walter is my favorite for writing material.
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Asked what he’s looking forward to in 2012, Dunham jokes a bit, “Talking about the crazy thing I was doing at 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31st, 2011 in Pittsburgh. “Besides that, I am honestly looking forward to starting work on the next new material and possibly new characters. Plus, we have some really cool new merchandise in the works. I love working on the development of that stuff. The toy Achmedmobiles should be awesome.” Talking about New Year resolutions, Dunham says, “I don’t think I procrastinate with ‘life’s stuff.’ If there’s something I want to change or work on, I’m already PHOTO: ANDREW SMALTZ doing it. If I’m going Jeff Dunham and one of his characters, Achmed. to screw up, I already have.” Dunham was only an 8-year-old when his interest in ventriloquism surfaced. “It was as simple as seeing a dummy in a toy store in the third grade and asking for it for Christmas. After I got him, I also got record albums and library books which I studied and taught myself ventriloquism. After my first show, I was hooked and there was never a reason to quit,” Dunham says.
Funny is funny, even if you “ have to translate.” ~Jeff Dunham
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His advice for other 8-year-old kids who would like to be ventriloquists: “Do it. Then do as many shows as possible in front of as many varied audiences and circumstances as possible. It’s great fun.” As he tours the country, Dunham donates a dollar from each of his concert tickets to local charities.
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Jeff Dunham and one of his characters, Peanut.
Choosing beneficiary charities takes “a bit of research from some folks who work for me who know where to look and what questions to ask,” says Dunham. A Pittsburgh charity has been chosen but the entertainer is mum on its identity. He says that announcing it now “would spoil the surprise phone call we make closer to the date!” Dunham’s charitable efforts go to those in need, both in crises and over the long term. Seventy-one percent of his contributions go to local food banks, 11 percent to The Red Cross, and the rest to miscellaneous charities. Over the previous year Dunham has contributed nearly half a million dollars and he urges those in his audience who are able to do so to help others who are less fortunate.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FALL 2011
RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS Nov. 2 – 6 | 8 Shows
F.A.M.E. TOUR FEATURING CHRIS BROWN WITH T-PAIN AND TYGA
October 29 | 7:00 PM
BOB SEGER AND THE SILVER BULLET BAND
November 19 | 6:30 PM
ANDRE RIEU FEATURING HIS JOHANN STRAUSS ORCHESTRA
November 20 | 6:00 PM
KANYE WEST AND JAY-Z
November 27 | 7:30 PM
THE CITY GAME PRESENTED BY BAIERL KIA PITT VS. DUQUESNE
November 30 | 7:30 PM
DOO WOP HOLIDAY REUNION SHOW X
December 9 | 7:00 PM
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA WINTER TOUR 2011
December 23 | 2 Shows
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
December 26 | 7:00 PM
WWE RAW
December 28 | 7:30 PM
ROBERT MORRIS HOCKEY SHOWCASE
December 30 | 7:35 PM
JEFF DUNHAM CONTROLLED CHAOS SHOW
December 31 | 3:00 PM continued on page 14
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS UPCOMING HOME GAMES
November 11
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Dallas
November 15
| 7:30 PM
| vs. Colorado
November 21
| 7:00 PM
| vs. New York Islanders
November 23
| 7:00 PM
| vs. St. Louis
November 25
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Ottawa
December 5
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Boston
December 13
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Detroit
December 17
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Buffalo
December 20
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Chicago
December 27
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Carolina
December 29
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Philadelphia
January 6
| 7:00 PM
| vs. New York Rangers
January 7
| 7:00 PM
| vs. New Jersey
January 10
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Ottawa
January 17
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Carolina
January 20
| 7:00 PM
| vs. MontrĂŠal
January 22
| 3:00 PM
| vs. Washington
January 31
| 7:00 PM
| vs. Toronto
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BUILDING INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE PARKING/SEATING Accessible spaces are available in the parking garage adjacent to CONSOL Energy Center. Parking is first-come, first-served and spaces are limited. An early arrival is strongly recommended. Accessible seating is available on all levels for all events at CONSOL Energy Center.
ATM MACHINES For the convenience of our fans, ATMs are available in CONSOL Energy Center: First Niagara Bank - Outside section 119 and 230, and in the lobby of the Trib Total Media Gate PNC Bank on PNC Legends Level - Outside of party suite 44 and suite 13
BANNERS AND SIGNS Banners and signs are permitted for most events, providing they are appropriate, as deemed by building management.
CREDIT CARDS VISA, Discover, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted at all merchandise and concession stands.
ENTRANCES AND EXITS There are four (4) points of entry into CONSOL Energy Center: American Eagle Gate (Fifth Avenue and Washington Place), Trib Total Media Gate (Centre Avenue Lower Entrance), Verizon Gate (Centre Avenue Upper Entrance), and a private parking garage entrance for suite ticket holders.
FIRST AID There are two (2) UPMC First Aid Stations, one on each level of CONSOL Energy Center. UPMC First Aid is located adjacent to the Guest Services office outside section 104 and behind the concession stand at section 232.
LOST AND FOUND If an item is lost or found during an event please see the Guest Services office located outside section 104 or call 412.804.7903 after the event.
PROHIBITED ITEMS Bags, back packs, air horns, coolers (hard/ soft sided), thermoses, large purses, cans, bottles, flasks, alcoholic beverages, laser pointers, video or audio recording devices, professional cameras/lens, tripods, banners or signs on poles, weapons or any other items deemed dangerous and/or inappropriate are strictly prohibited. Small purses, camera cases, binocular cases and diaper bags will be permitted, however, all items that do not pass security must be returned to vehicles.
QUESTIONS For general questions, please call 412.642.1800 or e-mail info@consolenergycenter.com.
RE-ENTRY POLICY Exit and re-entry is not permitted at CONSOL Energy Center.
SECURITY In the interest of guests and staff safety, a search process is required for all events in order to prevent guests from bringing unauthorized and prohibited items into the arena.
SMOKING POLICY Smoking is not permitted inside CONSOL Energy Center.
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handbills, flyers, pamphlets, printed materials, as well as the solicitation of signatures, is not permitted on CONSOL Energy Center property without proper authorization from management.
TAG-A-KID In the event a parent and child might be separated at a CONSOL Energy Center event, parents can register their child with the Tag-A-Kid program. A wristband with the parent’s seat location and contact number will be given to the child. Registration is available at the Guest Services office located outside section 104.
VIDEO CAMERAS Use of video or audio recording equipment is strictly prohibited. CONSOL Energy Center reserves the right to confiscate any tape or film and remove the patron from the building.
WHEELCHAIRS A limited number of wheelchairs are available for transporting guests that are disabled to their seating location. Guests can be transported from the gates to their seats. If a wheelchair is needed for the duration of the event, guests must supply their own wheelchairs. Wheelchairs cannot be reserved in advance. Upon arrival, guests can arrange for a wheelchair at any entrance of CONSOL Energy Center. Please see a CONSOL Energy Center employee to assist with wheelchair transportation.
WILL CALL Tickets ordered or prepaid can be picked up at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office, located in the lobby of the Trib Total Media Gate. Will Call windows open one (1) hour prior to events and patrons must present valid photo identification and the credit card of record when picking up tickets.
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SPECIAL DELIVERY On Sept. 12, 14 players visited season ticket holders at their homes to hand them their 2011-12 season ticket packages. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Marc-Andre Fleury, Kris Letang, Brooks Orpik, Tyler Kennedy, Jordan Staal, Chris Kunitz, Matt Cooke, Pascal Dupuis, Zbynek Michalek, Paul Martin and James Neal all took part in the fifth annual season ticket delivery. “It is really exciting. I appreciate the fact that the Penguins allow season ticket holders to have this opportunity to meet the players,” Susan Vandewater said, whose family was visited by Staal. “It’s not like meeting them at the rink. They’re coming to our house.” “There’s no better feeling than giving back to the season ticket holders,” Staal said, who signed autographs, ate some table fruits and posed for photos. “They’re big fans and a big part of those sold out crowds. It’s always fun as a player to play in front of that.”
Jordan Staal visits Season Ticket Holders Susan and Harry Vandewater and son Brooks.
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One of the homes Crosby visited belonged to Sewickley’s Dennis Pauley, a season-ticket holder since the 1970-71 season – a 41-year reign. Dennis, who bought his first season ticket package after high school, was delighted to have the Penguins captain in his home.
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it means to them.
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“It’s amazing. When it was him I was like, ‘wow, this actually happens.’ I am flabbergasted,” said Dennis, who initially thought the whole plan was a prank after Penguins officials called to inform him of the delivery. “Every night thousands of people watch our games, but we don’t always get to meet them personally,” Crosby said. “I think to meet them face to face, there are different stories. You sometimes meet season ticket holders (who have had season tickets) for 25, 30 years. It’s fun to meet them and hear their stories. I think getting to know them and meet them is the nicest part.” Sara Harper skipped class at Pitt-Johnstown to receive her tickets. When Russian star Evgeni Malkin knocked on the door, she was thrilled: “My friends are going to hate me.” Sara’s grandmother, Alice Slagle, said her granddaughter “lived and breathed hockey for forever.” Alice added that Sara “got a job at 16 busing tables and saved all her money to buy these tickets.” “It’s always cool. Sometimes you don’t really know how much it means to them,” Staal said. “You get that feeling coming to the door. They’re excited. It makes for a fun day. It’s always a good time.” Kaitlin Zurawsky contributed to this report.
Dennis Pauley, a Season Ticket Holder since the 1970-71 season is visited by Penguins Captain, Sidney Crosby.
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The CONSOL Energy Center menu includes options for every type of fan and event attendee. First stop is a great selection from one of our partners – Pizza Hut Pizza. Moving forward you have our signature sandwich of the facility – Kielbasa Grinder – Thinly sliced Kielbasa topped with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing served on an Italian bread roll. A visit is less than complete without trying fan favorites such as our Angus Cheeseburger, Grilled Chicken Ciabatta, Cheese Steak Dippers, Smoked Turkey Wrap, Italian or Vegetarian Panini, and Pretzel Stick with Bacon Cheddar Dip. Traditional favorites such as Nachos Grande, Smith’s Hot Dogs, Caesar Salad, Chicken Tenders & Fries, Fan Favorite Snacks, and a nice selection of Dr. Pepper/Snapple Products are also offered. To those that want the ever-changing option, our Chef’s Carved Sandwich of the day would be the overwhelming choice. Please join us for an experience you won’t easily forget!
PIZZA HUT® Pizza Singles 9” Sections: 103, 107, 113, 120, 212, 232
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NAKAMA Sushi Section: 105
DAIRY QUEEN Dilly Bar, Buster Bar, Stars & Stripes Starkiss Section: 105
BURGATORY Burgers, Fries, Milkshakes Section: 206
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CONSOL ENERGY CENTER TOURS Tickets for CONSOL Energy Center’s tours are hot and drawing visitors of all ages and interests who want to see more of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ home and the city’s newest, greenest entertainment facility. Presented by Bayer MaterialScience, tours walk visitors through areas of the building that fans might not get to see when they attend a game or other entertainment. More than $1 million worth of artwork is on display. It includes wall murals, 10 PNC Legendary Moments shadowboxes and photography featuring Pittsburgh Penguins players. Tours provide an exclusive look at all seating levels of CONSOL Energy Center, as well as the First Niagara, Captain Morgan and Lexus clubs, a Canadian Club Party Suite, select locker rooms and more. “The tour will highlight the environmentally friendly components of the building that qualified CONSOL Energy Center to become the first NHL Arena to receive LEED Gold Certification,” says David Peart, Vice President, Pittsburgh Penguins. “The education of sustainable building, energy savings and resource conservation is one of Bayer MaterialScience key business objectives,” says Sean Kelly, Bayer MaterialScience, Communications. Tour tickets are available online at www.consolenergycenter.com or through www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 412.804.7837, or by visiting the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office at CONSOL Energy Center during normal business hours.
Guests taking a glimpse of just some of Pittsburgh’s greatest hockey moments in the Captain Morgan Club.
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GLOBETROTTERS COME TO TOWN CONTINUING A HOLIDAY TRADITION The holiday season is fast approaching and in Pittsburgh that means that someone special is coming to town spreading goodwill and delighting children and adults alike. Wearing red, white – and blue – it’s the Harlem Globetrotters opening their season at CONSOL Energy Center on Dec. 26. A Pittsburgh holiday tradition, the Globetrotters first played the Pittsburgh Rens at the Civic Arena half a century ago in November 1961. Since then, more than 50 Globetrotter games have taken place at the Civic Arena, Mellon Arena and CONSOL Energy Center, and most of those games were played during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. But Globetrotters don’t just come to town during the holidays. Anthony “Buckets” Blakes who is beginning his 10th season with the Globetrotters visited some Pittsburgh area schools this fall, delivering the team’s C.H.E.E.R.™ for Character program. Buckets and his teammates annually participate in hundreds of visits to schools, hospitals and youth organizations. Like all Globetrotters, he goes by his nickname, which he says comes from scoring baskets – or buckets. A 6’2” guard, he wears No. 15. C.H.E.E.R.™, designed by the Globetrotters organization with the assistance of the U.S. Department of Education in 2004, encourages youngsters to build positive character traits. continued on page 37
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DOO WOP FAVORITES TO PERFORM AT 10TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION The grooving, soothing, sultry and nostalgic sounds of Doo Wop will be celebrated when the 10th anniversary Pittsburgh Doo Wop show, “Doo Wop Holiday Reunion Show X,” brings the sounds that fans have enjoyed for more than 50 years to CONSOL Energy Center this December. An annual revival marked over the past decade, the show has included scores of great Doo Wop acts like The Crystals, Harold Melvin’s Bluenotes, The Skyliners, The Marcels, Gene Chandler and Bo Diddley, as well as Rock and Roll Hall of Famers – Little Anthony and the Imperials, The Drifters, The Platters and Terry Johnson’s Flamingos. The 2011 reunion features a lineup bursting with talent, including: • Jay Black, an original American, “Some Enchanting Evening” • Kenny Vance & The Planotones, “Looking For An Echo” • Bill Haley’s Comets, “Rock Around the Clock” • Johnny Angel and The Halos • Eddie Holman, “Lonely Girl” • The Four Townsmen, “Sometimes (When I’m All Alone)” and • Legends of Doo Wop • Tommy Mara, current lead of The Crests, “Sixteen Candles • Frank Mancuso of The Imaginations, “Guardian Angel” • Steve Horn of The Five Sharks, “Stormy Weather” • Tony Passa, former lead of The Fascinators, “Chapel Bell”
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A regional favorite, The Four Townsmen Show Band from Western Pennsylvania’s music city, Canonsburg, will provide the local take on Doo Wop, returning for the band’s second appearance in the Holiday Reunion Show X. John Marcischak, bass guitarist and vocalist with the Townsmen, isn’t promising, but says it’s likely that their set list will include the group’s regional hit originals, “It Wasn’t So Long Before (Graduation Is Here)” and “Sometimes (When I’m All Alone).” Recognized in the Vocal Group Hall of Fame and Museum in Sharon, PA, the band, now a group of nine musicians including two of ~Kenny Vance the original members, has deep roots in Western Pennsylvania. Their followers planned to charter buses months ago to attend the Holiday Reunion Show X, says Marcischak. Kenny Vance, a perennial favorite in the past eight Doo Wop Holiday Reunion shows is looking forward to performing again in Pittsburgh. “Pittsburgh is the one city that has not abandoned this music (Doo Wop),” says Vance. “Pittsburgh fans are true to it. It remains in their blood. They are the staunchest supporters of our music, and we love them for it.” Vance recalls being captivated by Doo Wop when as kids, he and his friends attended their first rock and roll concert where they heard groups like the Heartbeats, Five Satins, Moonglows and Flamingos. “We had never seen anything like it,” he says. “There was something about five guys singing harmony. It jumped off the stage and into me, and it remains inside me today.” Talking about the Planotones’ popularity, Vance says, “Audiences trust us that we are going to deliver the authentic stuff. We transport people back to a time when they were kids, a happy time.” Vance predicts, “In the years to come, they’ll discover this music (Doo Wop) from the ‘50s has lasted for more than 50 years…It’s the music of America.”
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BYLSMA, PENGUINS EMPLOYEES AND LOCAL COMMUNITY TAKE PRIDE IN BUILDING PLAYGROUND When over 200 volunteers – including over 40 Pittsburgh Penguins employees, led by head coach Dan Bylsma – arrived at the 3rd Street Park in McKees Rocks bright and early on the morning of July 20, an empty site sat waiting for them. Six hours, a heavy thunderstorm and many blisters, sunburns and tired bodies later, a brand-new children’s playground occupied the formerly vacant space. “We have great fans. The ‘Burgh is proud of their sports teams,” said Bylsma, who worked at the site from start to finish. “For our team, the Pittsburgh Penguins, to be out and being a part of the community – I know we take a lot of pride in it. Seeing the office staff out of the cubicles, out of the office and out here today sweating and getting something done is pretty fun stuff.”
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The Penguins employees teamed up with volunteers from Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, McKees Rocks Borough, the McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation and organizers from KaBOOM!, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to “saving play” and encouraging kids to play outdoors. “I was really surprised at the local community and the Penguins with the amount of people they both brought,” said Brian K. McGee, regional director of Dr Pepper Snapple Group. “It was a great turnout.” “We really want to get involved with an active lifestyle for the kids. I know that KaBOOM!’s mission is to have a playground within walking distance of every child, so we’re supporting that goal with them.” Although Bylsma returned late Thursday night from the 2011 NHL Research, Development and Orientation Camp in Etobicoke, Ont., he didn’t use that as an excuse to miss out. “Dan got the e-mail and he insisted on coming, too, which was great,” said Tom McMillan, Penguins vice president of communications. “We didn’t anticipate that at all, but it was good to have the head coach here as a leader.” continued on page 51
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And after the playground was finished and the children’s dreams became a reality, the day concluded with a ribbon cutting – done by the kids themselves. “It was amazing,” Bylsma said of how it all came together. “All different piles, and now it’s ready to get played on here behind us.” McGee may have said it best when addressing the hard-working group at the build’s conclusion: “I think we’ve done something here we can be proud of for a long time.”
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