VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 The Team The Vancouver Stealth are a member of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), the professional box lacrosse league of North America. The NLL features the best lacrosse players in the world playing in a nine team league spanning Canada and the United States with teams in Buffalo, Calgary, Colorado, Edmonton, Minnesota, Philadelphia, Rochester and Toronto. In their history, the Stealth have had tremendous success on the floor, winning four division championships, appearing in the NLL Championship game three times and winning the 2010 NLL Champions Cup. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 The Venue The Langley Events Centre is a 322,312 square foot facility, which includes an Arena Bowl, Triple Gymnasium, Double Gymnasium, Fieldhouse, Banquet Hall, Gymnastics Training Facility, Fitness and Community Centre, Meeting Spaces, Offices and Leased Spaces in addition to many supporting functional areas. The facility is located adjacent to Willoughby Community Park. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 The League The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is North America’s professional indoor lacrosse league featuring the best players in the world competing for the sport’s most coveted prize, the Champion’s Cup. Founded in 1986, the NLL ranks third in average attendance for professional indoor sports worldwide behind only the NHL & NBA. The NLL features 9 regular season home games, with a possible three home playoff games spanning January to May. The league is comprised of nine franchises across the U.S. and Canada: Buffalo Bandits, Calgary Roughnecks, Colorado Mammoth, Edmonton Rush, Minnesota Swarm, Philadelphia Wings, Rochester Knighthawks, Toronto Rock and Vancouver Stealth. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Why Partner with the Stealth? Vancouver Stealth lacrosse truly is ‘More Than A Game’. By partnering with BC’s professional lacrosse team, you will: ✔ Gain access to over 30,000 engaged sports fans per season ✔ Have the opportunity to speak to loyal lacrosse fans from across BC ✔ Affiliate your brand with a professional sports league that is recognized across North America ✔ Demonstrate your shared commitment to fostering strong communities ✔ Invest in programs that provide children with the opportunity to get involved in minor sports VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 By the Numbers Average Monthly Unique Website Traffic 2014 Total Attendance Social Media 3,500 LEC Arena Bowl 32,312 Followers Capacity: 31,928 5,276 76.6% 59% of Stealth Season Ticket of Stealth Season Ticket holders surveyed in Holders are 2014 stated that they were between the ages 60% more likely to support of 41 and 60 67.4% of Stealth Season a business or brand (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey) of Stealth Season Ticket Holders that partnered with the Ticket Holders reported over Vancouver Stealth are male $100,000 annual (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey) household income (Source: 2014 Stealth Fan Survey) VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Arena Branding Turf Graphics provide the opportunity to be ‘in the action’ at all 9 Vancouver Stealth home games. With only a limited number of available spaces (maximum of eight), placing your company logo on the turf will ensure you are front and centre for Stealth fans. Turf graphics are viewed during online streaming and TV broadcasts of NLL games providing the highest frequency of exposure of all sponsorship items. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Arena Branding Rink Boards are a great way to imprint your brand into the forefront of Stealth fans’ consciousness. There are only 40 available at 12 feet wide by 3 feet high (full colour) and are up for all t9 Stealth home games. In addition to being highly visible for fans attending the games, the rink boards are visible online via live streaming on the NLL YouTube Channel, TV broadcasts and often end up in supplemental imagery through photography and video events. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Arena Branding Backlits are the largest form of static advertising available at the LEC. Ranging in width from 18 feet to 27 feet (all are two feet high), they are printed in full colour and are visible to anyone in attendance at all 9 Stealth home games as well as all Langley Rivermen (BC Hockey League), Trinity Western University Spartans (BC Intercollegiate Men’s Hockey League), Langley Thunder (Western Lacrosse Association) and Langley Junior Thunder (BC Junior A Lacrosse League) home games in addition to numerous other LEC events. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Arena Branding Video Screen the most prominent feature of the LEC Arena Bowl is the four sided video screen. The 16:9 full colour digital screen captures the attention of all in attendance before, during and after the game. Advertising on the video screen allows for the unique opportunity to have the TFSE Production staff develop an interactive element for your business that can be tied to various in game segments and fan experiences. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Arena Branding Stair Decals provide a unique opportunity to attract attention to your brand. Place your company’s logo on an eye-level staircase visible throughout the arena. These advertisements are very prominent and are present throughout the year at many events. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Print Opportunities In addition to the various in-rink advertising opportunities there are a number of great print collateral options which will place your brand directly in the hands of Stealth ticket holders. Pocket Schedule Advertisements (15,000 printed Ticket Backs in 2014) (100,000 printed in 2014) Official Game Programs (2,250 printed in 2014) Media Partners Online Exposure The Stealth are pleased to be partners with The Stealth Website receives over 3,500 multiple media outlets, providing your brand unique visitors per month, with certain pages the unique opportunity to extend its reach to exceeding 11,000 views. Integrate your logo communities across the lower mainland. onto the Stealth website and interact directly with our fans through social media platforms, providing fans with special offers and even more visibility of your brand. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 In-Game Opportunities Game Night Sponsorship: Bombshells: Bomber the Fox: Game Host Mikey C: Includes On-turf promotions, Become the presenting sponsor Sponsor the hardest working fox Receive in-game recognition, PA announcements and giveaways of Vancouver’s best dance team in professional lacrosse on mic through our game host Interact with Stealth fans and create a memorable experience with your brand by investing in the game night experience. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Community Involvement The Vancouver Stealth are proud to assist community initiatives to help non-profit, charity and school programs. The Stealth management, coaches and players are dedicated to growing the game throughout the lower mainland. With numerous appearances throughout the year at charity and community events, along with multiple school visits, the Stealth are continually looking to grow the game throughout the province of BC. Last season the Vancouver Stealth joined the fight against cancer and raised over $13,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society through a silent auction of limited edition, game worn Stealth jerseys. Your organization can help make these projects possible by partnering for a cause for the 2015 season. The Stealth also host a Pre-Game Party prior to every home game. Fans are invited to meet the Bombshells, take a photo with Bomber, and enjoy some food and beverage while the Eastern game plays on the big screen. Become the presenting sponsor of the Pre-Game party for 2015 and interact directly with Stealth fans. VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Be Part of the Action Season Tickets Group Tickets Private Suites Starting from $99 Bring a group of friends Experience the best you can enjoy the best or co-workers and receive NLL action from the seats in the house all discounted tickets and best seats in the house season long exclusive opportunities VANCOUVER STEALTH I 2015 Partnership Opportunities [email protected] I 604.455.8887 Get Behind Your Team.