Rockford, Ill. (Feb. 1, 2012) - Stadium Journey, a magazine that
publishes reviews of sports stadiums around the word, has named the BMO Harris
Bank Center fifth best stadium experience in the category of minor
league/junior hockey. The ranking was published in the magazine's Best Stadiums
of 2011 issue which ranked in addition to minor league hockey stadiums, the top
stadiums in the MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, college football, college basketball, minor
league baseball, and MLS.
BMO Harris
Bank Center received high marks in all areas the
magazine reviews including food and beverage, atmosphere, neighborhood, fans,
access, return on investment and extras
BMO Harris
Bank Center scored five out of five stars for the
venue's food and beverage offerings and accessibility, and four out of five for
atmosphere and return on investment. Overall, the magazine cited the fact that
the BMO Harris Bank
Center offers a
'fantastic venue to see AHL hockey.' The magazine review also stated that 'If
you live in the northern suburbs of Chicago,
it is worth the extra time in the car to see the IceHogs, especially if you're
a Blackhawks fan as you can have the opportunity to see some future NHL
talent.'
"We are thrilled
to receive this ranking from Stadium Journey magazine," said Gordon
Kaye, executive director and general manager for BMO Harris Bank Center.
"Our goal is to provide an excellent experience for IceHogs fans and attendees
of all of the events held here. To be recognized as one of the best is a great
honor."
