February 25, 2008
Sioux Falls CEO Gary Weckwerth (furthest to right) introduces Mark Skinner (third from left), the franchises one-millionth fan, at Sunday's game. Photo by Dave Eggen/Inertia Sports Media.
Mark Skinner of Sioux Falls became the 1-Millionth Fan to attend a Stampede regular season game Sunday when he walked through the doors prior to the start of the Stampede's game against Des Moines. The Stampede have surpassed 1 million fans in just their 9th season in the United States Hockey League.
Mark, who was attending the game with his wife, won two (2) airline tickets to anywhere in the United States from South Dakota Furniture Mart as well as a $500 shopping certificate to the store. In addition, he will receive a lifetime pair of Stampede season tickets for all remaining years played at the Sioux Falls Arena and a $250 Stampede shopping certificate.
The entire Stampede organization would like to thank all their great fans for nine years of great support!