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12 UCW MARCH 21-27, 2018 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM The Fayetteville Marksmen near debut season's end by SUZANNE GEISS While the Marksmen have struggled at times on the ice this season, the team has certainly managed to make its mark on the Fayetteville com- munity. e Marksmen have seen success in the stands by providing family-friendly enter- tainment that has developed a steady and passionate fan base. ose fans enjoyed multiple theme nights throughout this season, including Star Wars Night; a Pooch Party where spectators could enjoy the game with their dogs; and Pink in the Rink, a breast cancer awareness game. Giving back to the community has been a consistent focus at Marksmen games, and so far, the team has given back over $20,000 to local charities and organizations. e team has also paid tribute to the local military community – which inspired the team's moniker – twice with Military Appreciation Nights, where active duty military and veterans were offered discounted tickets. ose working in educa- tion had the same opportunity with the Marksmen's recent Teacher Appreciation Night. is month, the Marksmen wrap up their debut season. If you haven't been to a game yet, the week- end of March 23 and 24 is a great time to check them out. Tickets to these games are on sale for the lowest price of the season, just $5. Saturday, March 24, the team will celebrate mas- cot Marky's birthday with a party featuring other mascots as well as princesses. Marky bobbleheads will be given to the first 1,500 fans. e final game of the season takes place Friday, March 30, and it happens to be Fan Appreciation Night. Youth tickets are just $2, and fans can expect other surprises and offers throughout the evening. Follow the Marksmen on Twitter @Marksmen_Hockey to keep up to date on all the in-game action. Follow the team on Facebook @Fayettevil- leMarksmen for more great content, including the "Best Moments Bracket", a spin on March Madness that asks fans to vote for their favorite memories of the season. Facebook is also a great place to learn about ticket packages, like the Dilly Dilly Deal, a package that includes two Marks- men tickets and two 12-ounce beers for $20. Another popular deal is the Friends and Family 4-Pack, which comes with four tickets along with gift cards to some of the restaurants the team has part- nered with, including Carrabba's, Jersey Mike's, Zaxby's and more. With less than two weeks left in the season, don't wait to join in on the excitement that happens when the Marksmen play. While the theme nights each offer something different, there's one thing that's guaranteed to happen at all of them – fun. EVENTS SUZANNE GEISS, Marksmen Hock- ey Marketing Manager, 219 Group.. COMMENTS? Editor@upandcomin- gweekly.com. 910-484-6200. There's one thing guaranteed to happen at all Marksmen games – fun. Photo credit: Tori Evans Photography. For More Information: Call Today 910.391.3859 Better Business Bureau of Coastal Carolina | bbb.org/myrtle-beach Add Trust To Your Brand Get Accredited 1,500 new families move into Fayetteville and Cumberland County every month. Many depend on the Better Business Bureau to recommend local "trustworthy" businesses and services. Are you an Accredited BBB Business?