Rapid City Rush sets $19 ticket price for military fans this week

The Rapid City Rush will sell $19 tickets to active-duty military members and veterans for its November 11, 13, and 14 games. The discount is part of the team's Veterans Appreciation weekend, which aims to recognize local service members.

Cory Berberian, the team's director of broadcasting and media relations, noted that many fans arrive in the area on military orders and become supporters of the Rush. He described the discount as a way to honor those who serve the country. Berberian said the team views itself as a source of entertainment for the community.

Fans can purchase the discounted tickets by presenting a military ID at the Rush ticket office. They can also buy them by calling 605-716-7825. The offer applies to all active-duty personnel and veterans attending the three specified dates.

In a separate initiative, the team invited fans to bring their dogs to the rink for the first Meadow Ridge Pet Lodge Waggin' Wednesday of the season. Berberian explained that while service dogs are allowed regularly, general pet attendance is rare. The team plans to hold Waggin' Wednesday on every Wednesday that features a home game.

Berberian said the event is designed to be a relaxed experience for families. He noted that previous specialized games with dogs in the building were infrequent during his tenure. The team hopes the new weekly event will encourage fans to bring their pets and enjoy a casual atmosphere.

Following the November 14 game, the Rush will hold a live Fifth Line auction. Fans will bid on the opportunity to become the fifth line for a selected player. Winners will have their name placed on the player's helmet and receive exclusive access to that player for events throughout the year.

Participants in the auction will also receive a signed jersey and stick from their assigned player at the end of the season. The team listed the available players on its website at rapidcityrush.com/fifthlineclub.