Exciting times for the CheckMates, the Dance Team for the Charlotte Checkers. The team moved up to the AHL this season. The move meant new team colors and new uniforms for the squad. And second-year veteran  London is profiled at GoCheckers.com.

For our second CheckMate feature, we profile second-year team member London. London is from Fort Mill, S.C. and has been busy all summer representing the CheckMates at area events such as Charlotte Race for the Cure, the Fort Mill National Guard Armory carnival and Time Warner Cable BBQ & Blues. She can also be seen at each and every Checkers game.

First name: London
Years on team: 2nd
Nickname by your teammates: I don’t have a nickname, everyone just calls me London!
Hometown: Fort Mill, S.C.
Facebook page: ‘CheckMate London’
Occupation: Business Owner

Craziest thing that ever happened at a Checkers game: Not necessarily “crazy” but by far one of the most shocking moments of my life; Being honored by my teammates and coach during a time out at “Pink In the Rink”. I was unbelievably touched by this and will never forget that moment.

Funniest thing you’ve overheard at a Checkers game: I attended the Pooch Party with my dog Bentley as a Checkers fan instead of a CheckMate. When the CheckMates took the ice, I overheard a group of fans contemplating how it was possible to dance on ice. My favorite theory, “They must have spikes on the bottom of the shoes!”

Most memorable moment at a Checkers appearance: The “CheckMate Auction” at the Checkers’ annual golf tournament!

London (left) poses with Chubby and CheckMates Kristi, Kelly and Sheena

Funniest way people respond when they find out you are a “hockey cheerleader”: I get the puzzled response “Hockey has cheerleaders?” most often but once the response was, “Wait, you’re from the South, and you cheer for a hockey team?”

Most proud of the Checkers Organization for: Our organization has built a respected reputation in this city because of the compassion we have for philanthropy and the support we provide to the growth of our community and stability. The loyalty of our amazing fans has been earned through our tenacious attitude and integrity.

London (middle) with Kieara (left) and Kim (right)

If I didn’t have to fit in a midriff CheckMates uniform I would eat: Cold Stone -Banana Caramel Crunch with heath bar and waffle cone mixed in! YUMMY!

Favorite part of the Checkers game: Cheering the team on and getting the fans hyped on the sidelines during the game!

Locker room pre-game ritual: I always take time to myself to remember the advice my mother gave me the day of our first game last year. Remembering how proud she was of me that day and knowing she has a front row seat to all the games motivates me to give 110%.

London (right) poses with CheckMate Lindsey at media day

Pre-practice ritual: While driving to the studio, I make sure I am listening to a “make you wanna dance” type of song!

Favorite charitable appearance you’ve done as a CheckMate: I really enjoy the Golf Tournaments because of the interaction they provide with our amazing fans!

Favorite hockey song to get you pumped up: Thunderstruck AC/DC

Meet all the Checkmates here, and follow the CheckMates on Twitter and Facebook.

Texas Stars Hockey

Cedar Park, TX – The Texas Stars announced on Friday the 2010-11 Texas Stars Ice Girls.

“This year we are excited to present a unique group of beautiful, confident and talented ladies who serve as ambassadors for our Texas Stars Hockey Club”, said Ice Girls Coordinator Kristin Ditto. “The Ice Girls are role models in the community. They are committed to excellence and high standards, while entertaining our Texas Stars hockey fans.”

The Texas Stars Ice Girls are composed of four veterans and five newcomers ranging in age from 20-28. Five of the nine girls are Texas natives.

2010-11 Texas Stars Ice Girls
VETERANS:
Brandy – Minnesota
Heidi – Arizona
Lea – Colorado
Sarah -Texas

ROOKIES:
Amanda – Texas
Brianna – Texas
Bronwyn – Texas
Emily – Missouri
Kristina – Texas

The Texas Stars Ice Girls will make their season debut this weekend when Texas hosts a pair of preseason games this Saturday and Sunday at Cedar Park Center. Saturday, the Stars host the Oklahoma City Barons at 7:00 pm. On Sunday, Texas will host the Houston Aeros at 5:00 pm.

Portland Pirates
September 18, 2010

Portland, Maine – The Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League today introduced their inaugural Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team.

Members of the Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team will be an integral part of the in-arena entertainment at all Pirates home games during the 2010-11 season, taking place in on- and off-ice activities. The Sun Tan City Ice Girls will also be prominent members of all Pirates charitable and community activities throughout the course of the season.

Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team, who will utilize CrossFit Casco Bay as the Official Fitness Facility of the Ice Girls, were selected following an audition session held at the Portland Ice Arena at the beginning of September. The successful candidates displayed their abilities to skate, dance and comfortably interact in a game setting.

Congratulations to the 2010-11 members of the Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team.

Lindsay Neptune (Team Captain)
Hometown: Gorham, ME
Occupation: Student/Mortgage Officer

Stephanie Roberts
Hometown: Gorham, ME
Occupation: Food Service Industry

Mackenzie Homer
Hometown: Durham, ME
Occupation: Receptionist

Lindsey O’Brien
Hometown: Buxton, ME
Occupation: Food Service Industry

Jamie Langlois
Hometown: Portland, ME
Occupation: Benefits Center Coordinator/Customer Contact Specialist

Ashlee Thomas
Hometown: Standish, ME
Occupation: Administration Assistant

Brooke Hardy
Hometown: Westbrook, ME
Occupation: Student

Courtney Robash
Hometown: Westbrook, ME
Occupation: Supervisor

Rubie Gaudette
Hometown: Arundel, ME
Occupation: Student

Sun Tan City is the proud sponsor of the Portland Pirates Sun Tan City Ice Girls. There are currently 15 Sun Tan City locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire, including locations in Biddeford, Brunswick, Portland, South Portland, and Topsham, each dedicated to giving their clients a rich California tan.

The Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League will be holding auditions to identify candidates for the Pirates 2010-11 Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team as well as individuals to perform as Crackers or Salty Pete, the Pirates team mascots, during games and community appearances.

Auditions will be held on Sunday, September 5th at 9 a.m. at the Portland Ice Arena, located at 225 Park Avenue.

Candidates for the Sun Tan City Ice Girls Team must be prepared to commit to volunteering their time for a 40-game schedule from October-April as well as several non-game night appearances. The ability to skate is preferred, as is previous dancing, cheerleading and/or theater experience. Ideal candidates must be energetic, willing to interact with fans and be comfortable hosting and/or assisting with in-game presentations on camera and microphone in front of large crowds. Candidates must dress in comfortable workout clothes and provide their own skates for the audition.

Auditions will also be held to perform as one of the Pirates two mascots during the 2010-11 season. Candidates must be able to skate comfortably in the mascot costume, must be energetic, in good physical condition and willing to interact with fans and large crowds during the course of a 40-game home schedule in addition to several non-game night appearances.

To register to audition please visit portlandpirates.com and fill out the on-line form. For additional information contact Ron Gaita at the Portland Pirates at 828-4665 ext. 327 or via email at rgaita@portlandpirates.com.

The Syracuse Crunch announced today they will be holding auditions for the Mirabito Ice Girls team on Saturday, September 11 in the convention center of the Syracuse Crowne Plaza Hotel, located at 701 E Genesee St. Auditions are open to the public and registration begins promptly at 10:30 a.m.

The Crunch seek energetic, outgoing and physically fit people who have a passion for Syracuse Crunch hockey. The Mirabito Ice Girls team plays a key role in enhancing the Crunch game experience by greeting fans, assisting with on-ice and in-game promotions and helping to ensure Crunch fans have an outstanding game experience.

Candidates will sit with judges for a brief interview to showcase their personality and be taught a short dance routine which they will be asked to perform. All performers must wear form-fitting clothing, in good taste, and sneakers or dance shoes. Make-up and hair must be performance ready.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to audition. For more information regarding auditions, please visit http://syracusecrunch.com/Team/IceGirls or contact Karen Simbari in the Crunch office by phone at (315) 473-4444 ext. 20, or by email at ksimbari@syracusecrunch.com.

Rampage are searching the San Antonio area and surrounding community for talented, enthusiastic young women to compile their 2010-11 Ice Girls squad. Auditions for the team will be held this Saturday at Lifetime Fitness (located at 281 just north of 1604). Registration starts at 3 p.m. and tryouts will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m.

All candidates will learn a one minute dance combination that they will perform in small groups in front of a panel of judges. Each candidate will be interviewed by Spurs Sports and Entertainment marketing representatives to determine the best candidates that will represent the organization’s core values.

“We have received many qualified applications this year and seem to have a large talent pool to choose from,” said Ice Girls Choreographer Raquel Garcia. “Our focus is to find ladies that can engage and entertain fans at Rampage games, but also ladies who will uphold our company values and represent our organization well within the San Antonio community.”

Interested candidates can apply by logging on to sarampage.com. There is a $10 fee for each application.

Another first-time squad to AllPro3 this year was the the Rockford IceHogs Fire & Ice Girls. The Ice Girls skate, dance and help with promotions at all home games of the AHL Rockford (Ill.) Ice Hogs.

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Houston Aeros: First day of auditions for the 2010-11 Aero Dynamics are finished and the finalists have been announced. The girls will have skating practice Sunday followed by the final day of tryouts Saturday, August 7. [Click here and here] for the photo gallery exclusively on SportsRadio610.com.