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USA Hockey has announced that the Buffalo Sabres will host the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship December 26, 2010 � January 5, 2011 (actual dates to be finalized) at HSBC Arena, Buffalo, NY and Dwyer Arena, on the Niagara University campus.
At this time, individual game tickets are not for sale and there is no guarantee that they will go on sale depending upon the total number of ticket packages sold. Full session passes are selling very well. To secure individual games WJC fans are gathering a group to purchase and share the games. If we do not sell out of full session ticket packages in the fall, we will open day passes featuring two or three games. Any remaining individual game tickets will go on sale to the public middle to late December. If at a later date tickets are available pricing information will be released.
What is the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championships?
The 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship is an annual event organized by the International Ice Hockey Federation for national under-20 ice hockey teams from around the world. This is only the fourth World Junior Championship to be played in the United States and the first time it has been played in Buffalo. A number of players in the Buffalo Sabres organization have participated in the World Juniors including: Tim Connolly (USA), Jochen Hecht (GER), Derek Roy (CAN), Andrej Sekera (SK), Drew Stafford (USA), and Thomas Vanek (AU).
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When is the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
The 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship is scheduled to take place from December 26, 2010 through January 5, 2011 at HSBC Arena and Dwyer Arena on the Campus of Niagara University. A total of 31 games will be played (21 at HSBC Arena, 10 at Dwyer Arena) featuring the top 10 hockey playing nations competing for the gold medal.
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When will the schedule and teams that are participating be announced?
The participating nations and game schedule can be found on the Buffalo World Junior Web site at www.buffaloworldjuniors.com. The participating countries include USA, Canada, Russia, Czech Republic, Sweden, Finland, Slovakia, Germany, Switzerland and Norway.
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When do tickets go on-sale?
Ticket packages are now on sale and are available in either Gold (31 Games), Silver (21 Games) or Bronze (21 Games) packages. No information regarding individual game tickets is currently available. Corporate Packages consisting of eight, six or four seats are also on sale. Information regarding all packages can be found on www.buffaloworldjuniors.com.
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I am currently a Sabres season ticket holder. Will I have tickets to the games?
The Buffalo Sabres have offered current season ticket holders, based on availability, the right to purchase tickets for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. Season ticket holders will be given the first opportunity to purchase seats for this event, as well as any additional tickets, based upon availability. Seating locations and additional ticket purchases may be subject to limitations or restrictions as set forth by USA Hockey.
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As a season ticket holder, will I be able to keep my same seats for the World Juniors?
When possible we will try to keep your same seat location for all World Junior games played at HSBC Arena, if you so choose. Because seating is limited at Dwyer Arena exact seating cannot be guaranteed at this time.
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I am currently a Sabres mini-pack holder. Will I have tickets to the games?
The Buffalo Sabres are pleased to be able to offer mini-pack holders, based on availability, the right to purchase tickets for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. In addition we will also be extending the opportunity for mini-pack holders to purchase additional ticket packages, again, based upon availability. Seating locations and ticket purchases may be subject to limitations or restrictions as set forth by USA Hockey.
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I am a HSBC Arena Suite Holder. Is this an included HSBC Arena event? If not, will I have the opportunity to purchase tickets.
All suite holders will have the opportunity to purchase their suite for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. Information with regards to pricing and package options has been sent with all suite orders filled and confirmed in the fall of 2010. If you are a current suite holder and have not yet received your suite information please contact Account Services at 1-888-467-2273.
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How are tickets being sold for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
Tickets to the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship are currently being sold in packages that include: Gold Package (all 31 games at all venues), a Silver Package (21 games played at HSBC Arena w/ lower bowl seating) and a Bronze Package (21 games played at HSBC Arena w/ upper bowl seating.) No individual game tickets are on sale at this time.
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How much are ticket packages for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
Gold Package � Tickets to all 31 games played at HSBC Arena and Dwyer Arena including the medal rounds. Packages include lower bowl seating at HSBC Arena. Seating is limited to 1000 seats. Cost Per Seat / Per Game: $40 Package Cost: $1240 (US Funds). Click here to view the available packages.
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How much are individual game tickets for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
At this time, individual game tickets are not for sale and there is no guarantee that they will go on sale depending upon the total number of ticket packages sold. Full session passes are selling very well. To secure individual games WJC fans are gathering a group to purchase and share the games. If we do not sell out of full session ticket packages in the fall, we will open day passes featuring two or three games. Any remaining individual game tickets will go on sale to the public middle to late December. If at a later date tickets are available pricing information will be released.
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Will group tickets be available for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
There are no group ticket discounts available for 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship. Those interested in purchasing group tickets are advised to complete the seat registration form available at www.BuffaloWorldJuniors.com or contact the HSBC Arena Customer Service Office at 1-888-467-2273.
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Where can I find information on hotels for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championpship?
Information on lodging, restaurants & transportation in the Buffalo Niagara region can be found on the Buffalo World Junior Website under the "RESOURCES" tab in the main navigation bar.
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How can I volunteer for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship?
Volunteer information for the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship can be found online by here.
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How can I get email updates on all forthcoming 2011 IIHF World Junior Champion information?
To sign up to be a Buffalo World Junior E-Mail Insider, click here.
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