Star Wars Night - Scotty's Recap

Very few things would get me out of bed on a snowy and cold day.  Star Wars Night presented by the Colorado Mammoth would be one of them.  Being a child hood fan of the original Star Wars movies, how could I stay away?  Having Storm Troopers, Vader, and some Jawas, walking around the Pepsi Center, what else would a lifelong fan require?  Lacrosse would be the answer to that.  As the Colorado Mammoth teamed up with Denver Comic Con this year to present this epic event.

Watching the intro on the big screen in the middle of the Pepsi Center almost brought tears to my eyes as the opening credits rolled, Star Wars style.  Then during the player introductions, seeing all of the Mammoth players dressed up as their favorite Star Wars characters added a smile to the night as I knew what to expect going forward.  Having Storm Troopers and Darth Vader standing at midfield for the opening introductions made this night just a bit more magical as both teams hit the field. 

Although the weather should have played a key factor in the game's attendance, there was a fantastic turn out and everyone seemed to be getting into the mood.  With Cow Bells and Light Sabers being waved all around, the fans took heart in the event, and the game.  But halftime was the high point of the event, when Darth Vader helped judge the costume contest. Admiral Ackbar won with his signature line and also because of his styling sport coat. The Mammoth ended up winning the battle, 13 to 12 and kept everyone's spirits high as they exited the arena. 

Congratulations to the Mammoth and Denver Comic Con for throwing such a great event.  People young and old came out and made this one of the most memorable themed sporting events I have been to in a long time.  It is always a joy to see families come together at an event like this, along with the children’s eyes lighting up when the get to meet face to face with an icon from my own youth.  If you have not been to a Mammoth game yet, make sure to check it out, but remember to bring your yelling voice and a cow bell. It's an amazing atmosphere for a sporting event and you will have a great time whenever the Mammoth score a goal.  #AMPITUP

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