October 29, 2009
The Bakersfield Condors announced that they will honor the “King of Pop” on Friday with special jerseys sponsored by ABC23, HOT 94.1 and Mercy & Memorial Hospitals to benefit Children's Miracle Network.
In addition to music and King of Pop themed promotions, some players will even wear one white glove during the game and anyone named “Michael Jackson” or “Billie Jean” will be admitted free of charge.
The Condors are the ECHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League. Dave Farrish, who coached in the ECHL from 2000-05, and Joe Trotta, who was an assistant coach in the ECHL in 2000-01, are assistant coaches for the Ducks while John Ahlers and Steve Carroll are broadcasters for Anaheim.
Team Press Release