Make it a Renegade Weekend at Richmond Marriott: Renegades to Play Home Season Opener on October 20th

    /24-7PressRelease/ - RICHMOND, VA, October 14, 2007 - Plan a Virginia weekend getaway in October at the Richmond Marriott when the Richmond Renegades play their first season home game.

Don't miss the first home game of the season, when the Richmond Renegades play the Fayetteville FireAntz at the Richmond Coliseum on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 7:35 p.m.

Check in to The Richmond Marriott in the late afternoon, have a cocktail and a snack before the game in Onyx Lounge or BlueFire Steak House and walk to the game at about 7:00 p.m. to make it just in time for the game.

The Renegades are a SPHL hockey team owned by Allan Harvie, also the founder of the former ECHL. The Renegades franchise began in 2006 at the Richmond Coliseum. They replaced the United Hockey League Richmond River Dogs who relocated to suburban Chicago for the 2006-2007 season as the Chicago Hounds. They are the second team to own the name "Renegades", the first being the ECHL team from 1990 to 2003.

Head coach Brian Goudie recently announced that Donald Melnyk is back coming for another great season, leading the Renegades to what is sure to be a victorious season.

Bring along the whole family for an action-packed Virginia family vacation and discover for yourself why the Renegades are such a show-stopping team.

The Richmond Marriott has been a longstanding fan and supporter of the Richmond Renegades and is now welcoming fans to make themselves at home at this premier Richmond hotel. With spacious Richmond accommodations including rooms and suites and brand new plush revive bedding, makes sophisticated spaces highly functional and ultra comfortable. Spectacular views of downtown from most rooms simply add to the luxury of this convenient hotel.

With tickets staring as low as $18 and season tickets starting at $295, you won't want to miss a moment of ice hockey action or the opportunity to discover the Richmond Marriott in all of its glory.

About Richmond Marriott:
Experience a polished downtown Richmond Hotel gleaming from a $12 million renovation blending luxury, functionality, and Southern charm. Nestled in the heart of the city s historic downtown, this exceptional Richmond, Virginia hotel is connected by skywalk to the Greater Richmond Convention Center and located minutes from diverse dining and entertainment options, all easily accessible with Marriott s complimentary shuttle. The spacious guest rooms at this extraordinary hotel in Richmond, VA are specifically designed for maximum comfort with Revive signature bedding. Dine at the exquisite BlueFire Steakhouse, or enjoy an enticing cocktail in the contemporary atmosphere of the Onyx Lounge. Discover a Richmond, VA hotel revitalized for the future at the impressive Richmond Marriott Hotel. For more information or to make a reservation call 804-643-3400 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ricdt-richmond-marriott/.

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