Portland (Maine) Pirates Ice Girls Auditions Announced

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.