Dec 24, 2012 | Entertainment, General News, Sports
Rodriguez makes his return to the Arena along with a great card on February 15th
The popular, world ranked junior middleweight contender Delvin “EL Peligro” Rodriguez battles George “Comanche Boy” Tahdooahnippah on Friday, February 15th in the ten round main event of ESPN Friday Night Fights at Mohegan Sun.
Tickets are $75.00, $45.00 and $30.00 with 1st row VIP seats priced at $150 and go on sale now through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, starting Sunday, December 23rd, subject to availability.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to bring Delvin back to the Mohegan Sun Arena for the first time in three years. The fans in Connecticut have been extremely supportive of him throughout his career and he is very excited to return” said Joe DeGuardia, President of Star Boxing and promoter of the event. “Going on sale this Saturday, these tickets make a great last minute gift or stocking stuffer for boxing fans.”
“For ‘Comanche Boy’ a fight against Rodriguez represents a terrific opportunity. This will be the first time he has fought on the East Coast and his first main event on ESPN so this is a chance for him to truly impress. He’s an undefeated Native American-Indian and a very colorful and aggressive fighter.”
A native of nearby Danbury, CT, the Dominican born Rodriguez, 26-6-3 (14KOs), is among the most popular fighters on the East Coast having continuously drawn huge crowds to his all-action fights. In July 2011 on ESPN Friday Night Fights, perennial contender Rodriguez fought to a draw with Pawel Wolak in a legendary battle that was voted “2011 Fight of the Year.” Rodriguez fought again in December of 2011 to beautifully outbox Wolak on his way to a dominant victory at Madison Square Garden.
In June of this year, Rodriguez challenged WBA Junior Middleweight Champion Austin Trout, losing a hard fought decision in a nationally televised bout.
Fighting out of Lawton, Oklahoma and a proud member of the Comanche Nation, Tahdooahnippah sports a record of 31-0-1 with 23 knockouts and is coming off a third round stoppage of Gundrick King that took place on September 28th, winning him the NABA USA Middleweight Title. The huge bout took place in his hometown.
The Rodriguez/Tahdooahnippah bout will be contested at a catch weight of 157 pounds. An exciting undercard will be announced shortly.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked 3rd in the U.S. and 4th in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011 and ranked in the top six of “Top Stops of The Decade” in 2012. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Aug 28, 2012 | Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Sports
Mohegan Sun invites guests to the Bow & Arrow Sports Bar Kickoff Party to highlight the big changes to the sports bar
Located in Casino of the Earth, Bow & Arrow Sports Bar has undergone some major upgrades by way of brand-new big screens, wireless tabletop speakers, more seating, great food & beverage menus and more. Guests can enjoy the new layout and features come Wednesday, September 5th with a grand opening celebration set to feature raffle prizes, cigar cutting demos and of course, the Giants and Cowboys on the big screen!
Construction on Bow & Arrow has finished right on schedule, allowing for a great night of football and partying to welcome in the new and improved sports destination at Mohegan Sun. Bow & Arrow Sports Bars’ Kickoff Party will start at 8:00pm. Guests can take in the game on the immaculate new big screens, kick back with friends and enjoy great food & beverages. Plus, there will be a raffle where 12 party goers will be awarded the likes of an iPad 2, a Flip HD Video Camera, a men’s Sector watch, poker sets, autographed memorabilia and more will be taking place.
Bow & Arrow closed for renovations in late July and has since made some big improvements. The HD video wall is enormous and can now feature 11 simultaneous games at once. The best football packages will be available all season long as well as brand new high top tables with wireless speakers that can be personally tuned to any channel. Other welcomed additions will be a food service, a newly installed, state-of-the-art sound system and significantly more space.
The bar will be open to the public starting Saturday, September 1st. For more information on the Bow & Arrow Sports Bar Kickoff Party visit www.mohegansun.com/nightlife/events.html
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
May 1, 2012 | General News, Sports, Travel & Leisure
Reopens with added yardage, numerous redesigned holes, all-new greens and a newly-hired Golf Professional
After taking the 2011 golf season off to make some course wide enhancements, Connecticut’s best kept
secret, Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug, is set to reopen this month. In addition to major modifications to the course, clubhouse and pro shop, Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug has recently named a new golf professional, Andrew Ouellet. The course will reopen for play beginning in mid-May, with a special private grand opening celebration set for Saturday, June 9th.
NEWLY-DESIGNED COURSE
As part of the extensive renovations, Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug has all new greens, redesigned bunkers and has added 125 yards of additional distance to the overall course. Some of the most noticeable changes include the complete rebuild of five of the holes, including the beautifully redesigned par-five on hole 6 that now stretches 495 yards from the black tees with an approach shot that carries over a cascading waterfall and side water hazard.
CLUBHOUSE REVAMPED
The playing field isn’t the only big change at Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug. The clubhouse also underwent renovations including remodeled banquet facilities, new carpet throughout, exterior redesign with Versetta Stone®, new windows, sliders, doors and new Granite-Top bars.
The clubhouse also isn’t just for golfers! Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug can host events of various sizes, up to 175 guests and specializes in weddings, retirement parties, birthdays, Bar Mitzvahs, bachelor parties, corporate events, group golf outings and more. To plan an event or for more information, please call 860.862.9261.
NEW GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Mohegan Sun recently announced Andrew L. Ouellet as the new Golf Professional at Pautipaug. A graduate of Methodist University with a B.S. in Business Administration and Financial Economics, Ouellet brings vast experience in golf management, teaching and mentoring, coordination of large tournaments, various golf operational concerns and plenty more. His previous work includes Assistant Golf Professional jobs at the likes of Lakewood Country Club in Colorado, Minocqua Country Club in Wisconsin, the Orchard’s Golf Club in South Hadley, MA and Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow, MA. Ouellet is a member of the CT PGA Education Committee and was a finalist for the “2011 Connecticut Section Assistant Golf Professional of the Year” award.
FULL SERVICE PRO SHOP
Golfers can expect the best at Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug’s Pro Shop with apparel from brands like Fairway & Greene, Ashworth, Adidas, Donald Ross, Greg Norman, Antigua, Bermuda Sands, Ping, FootJoy and Nike. Golfers can also test out the latest technology in golfing equipment from elite lines like TaylorMade, Titleist, Nike, Callaway and Cleveland. Of course, golf instruction services are always available for guests looking to straighten out that slice with our Class A Golf Professional. The Golf shop also went through numerous renovations including new carpet, ceiling paint, lighting and a custom made counter and credenza.
ALL-NEW WEBSITE
The course is not the only thing getting made over. The official website of the course, mohegansun.com/golf, now features new hi-resolution images of the course, ease-of-use navigation and all the info needed on golf related items, as well as event offerings. And members will still be able to create and use their very own user account which will allow them to view club info and even reserve tee times online.
MEMBERSHIP
Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug offers two seasonal memberships starting with a single option for $3,500 and a family option for $5,000. Member benefits include use of the driving range, locker room, practice and bag storage facility, members-only tournaments and discounted rates on guests, in addition to one free guest per month.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN COUNTRY CLUB AT PAUTIPAUG
Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug is a private 18-hole championship golf course that has been recognized statewide for its impeccable greens and lavish fairways. Renowned Architect Geoffrey Cornish, who has designed more golf courses in New England than any other architect, designed the club. A renovation in 2002, by Architect Steven Kay, resulted in several new teeing areas and the most playable bunkers in southern New England. Further enhancements were made for the start of the 2012 season by Northeast Golf Company’s Robert McNeil, equipping the course with all-new greens, five rebuilt holes and 125 yards of extra distance. Visit us on facebook also at Facebook.com/mohegansuncountryclub
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Feb 15, 2012 | General News, Special Events, Sports
WHAT: Step out from the sidelines and mingle with the champs! Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings presents a very special appearance from some of the 2012 New York football victors: Mario Manningham, Ahmad Bradshaw and Steve Weatherford. Come cheer on the wide receiver, running back and punter that made history on the field when they take time to celebrate with fans and sign autographs in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN/ WHERE: Sunday, February 19th
FREE SIGNING EVENT
2:00pm in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The first 120 guests in line will receive a wristband and a celebrity headshot to gain entrance into the event. Celebrities will only be signing copies of the distributed headshot. No other merchandise will be signed.
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, presented in collaboration with Spin Street, is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans. Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, offers a variety of music, movies and entertainment memorabilia with special signing merchandise available for each Signings & Sightings event.
ABOUT MARIO MANNINGHAM:
Mario Manningham is a talented starting wide-out for New York, drafted out of Michigan. He has spent all four of his professional football years with his current team and recorded his best statistical year in 2010 when he caught 60 balls for a total of 944 yards combined with 9 touchdowns.
The most memorable moment of his career certainly came just a few weeks ago in the biggest game of them all when his team was on the twelve yard line with 3:46 left to play and down two. Eli Manning launched a perfectly placed ball down the sideline to the fading Manningham, the catch was caught as defenders closed in and all the while Manningham incredibly managed to keep both feet in bounds to complete a 38-yard reception. The champs finished the job when teammate Ahmad Bradshaw punched in a short TD run with roughly minute to go in the game.
ABOUT AHMAD BRADSHAW:
Ahmad Bradshaw was drafted by New York before the 2007 season out of Marshal University where in his final year there as a junior, he rushed for 1,523 yards and made the first-team All-Conference USA. Bradshaw has been a productive running back every year since he joined the squad and is one of the fortunate players to have now won two championship rings in the span of five years. Bradshaw’s touchdown with .57 seconds left to go in the big game on February 5th was the final go ahead score. Bradshaw has rushed for over 3,000 yards thus far in his professional career to go with 26 total touch downs.
ABOUT STEVE WEATHERFORD:
Steve Weatherford is the punter for the World Champions. His punting was crucial to the success of the team throughout the whole 2011-2012 season and playoffs, especially in the title game where he averaged 40.8 yards per punt. His punting also provided extremely good field position opportunities for his team throughout the game. Weatherford’s a product of the University of Illinois who went from an undrafted free agent in 2006 to one of the most efficient punters in the game and a world champion.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.
Oct 25, 2010 | Sports
2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour primed to astound fans at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville on January 2nd
Hot on the heels of the most successful year in franchise history, the legendary Harlem Globetrotters will celebrate their 85th consecutive season when their dazzling 2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour stops in Uncasville, showcasing the wholesome family entertainment that has provided lifetime memories for generations of fans.
The Harlem Globetrotters will take the court at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 2:00pm. Tickets, starting at $13.00, will go on sale on Monday, November 1st at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000 or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Tuesday, November 2nd, subject to availability. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at harlemglobetrotters.com.
“Our 85th season promises to be a landmark year, with never-before-seen innovations in the game,” says Michael Kenney, the Globetrotters’ senior vice president, live event marketing. “You’ll want to get your tickets now to witness firsthand what we have in store for our wonderful fans around the world.”
The North American leg of the 2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour will tip-off on December 26, 2010 and runs until mid-April. The team will play over 270 games in more than 220 cities in 45 states and six Canadian provinces.
Sponsored by Campbell Soup Company, Howard Johnson Hotels, America’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses, Greyhound Lines and Spalding, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have played in 120 countries and territories on six continents, entertaining over 132 million fans and breaking down barriers between cultures, societies and people from all walks of life, earning an induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters and to purchase team merchandise, visit the Globetrotters’ official website: harlemglobetrotters.com.
Mohegan Sun Arena was ranked the 4th busiest venue in 2009 by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
