March 1, 2009

Dear Denver Hockey Alumni:

Wow-Wee! The numbers are unbelievable!

The response to the E-vite for the 60th Anniversary of Denver Hockey Celebration has exceeded everyone’s expectation. Today we have 261 “yeses” and 98 “maybes”. And only 35 regrets have been received to date. Of the 261 confirmations there are 150 returning hockey players! And we still have over 400 invitations that have not responded. Bottom line, we are anticipating close to 400 players, spouses and close friends to be in attendance on October 9-10, 2009 when we celebrate Denver Hockey!

Peg Bradley-Doppes, Vice Chancellor of Athletics and Recreation has stepped up and offered the 60th Anniversary Celebration Committee every possible assistance at their disposal.

It is going to be a 1st class weekend celebration. The agenda has been tweaked and events have been enhanced and there are a couple of surprises we think you will be delighted to receive. In order to continue our planning and take this event from planning to fruition we need the commitment from those of you who have responded affirmatively to the e-vite. We are doing everything we can to hold down the cost to attend this special event.

The Celebration Committee has worked out a way to offer a discount on the registration fees if they are sent by April 1, 2009.

Early Registrants receive a 17% discount for early payment. Registration Fees include entrance to all events, Food and non-alcoholic beverages, gifts, promotional items and keepsakes. Early registrants will receive priority consideration when and wherever possible.

Step 1. Registration
Please go to www.dhaa.org and Click on registration forms then print it, and complete the form with your information.

Registration Fees (USD) received before April 1st, 2009

Registration Fees (USD) received after April 1, 2009

If only you had registered on time…

We welcome all of our fellow teammates their spouses and families to attend the 60th Anniversary Celebration. However, after August 1, 2009 we will not be able to supply the keep sakes and other customized souvenirs we are planning to give each returning player commerating this event. Don’t be disappointed, please don’t put off registering!

Step 2. Reservations

The Embassy Suites on Hampden Avenue (less than 5 miles from DU) has become available, and they have offered us several cost saving inducements such as complimentary shuttle service to/from DU on Saturday and they will host our reception on Friday evening (no cost to us!) as well. Every room at this Embassy Suites is a 2 room suite that includes a living room and a bedroom with king or 2 double beds. The rate is $99 (per night, double occupancy, plus tax) includes a complimentary cooked to order, full breakfast and complimentary evening beverages (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) each night. There are several ways to easily access the Embassy Suites Reservation System.

Go to the Denver Hockey Alumni Association web site at www.dhaa.org and click open the Embassy Suites reservation link and it will take you to their reservation site.

Call 1 (800) Embassy and ask for the Embassy Suites Denver Southeast and ask for the "DU Hockey 60th Anniversary Celebration" rate of $99.

Go to www.denversoutheast.embassysuites.com and follow the prescribed reservation procedures.

Please make your reservations as soon as possible. The hotel has a specific number of rooms dedicated to our group and they have other weekend business that will insure a sellout. Don’t be shut out of the fun and end up on somebody’s couch. Ugh! You can always cancel should an emergency arise.

What can I do?
So many of you have asked; “What can I do?” There are a couple of things that would make a difference. First and foremost, please take advantage of the early registration and reservation offering. Your commitment will ensure a successful event. Secondly, call or e-mail a teammate and tell them that you are registered and that you are looking forward to sharing this event with them. We still have some bench sitters out there and we want them in the game! Your communication can make a difference!

Thanks for your participation. We will send up updates on a regular basis and we look forward to seeing you in October for the 60th Anniversary of Denver Hockey Celebration!

Sincerely,

The DU Hockey Alum Reunion Committee

Rod Summers ’90
Spence Walden ’75
Tom Sampson ’70
Harold Beier ’47
Mark Rycroft. ’01
Jason Grahame ’03
Marty Howe ’61
Ed Zimmeru ’58
Murray Dow ’66
Bruce Hill ’88