July 2, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Laura Tolbirt, Director PR/Community/Corporate Relations
Phone: (909)941-7801
Email: ltolbirt@ontarioreign.com

FRANCISCO IS BACK WITH THE REIGN
Center, Jon Francisco re-signs for the 2010-11 Season

ONTARIO, Calif. – The Ontario Reign, proud affiliate of the NHL Los Angeles Kings, announced their first signing of the 2010-11 season, re-signing center Jon Francisco to a standard player contract.

Francisco, 29, will appear in his third consecutive season with the Reign.  The Hermantown, MN native was one of only four Reign players to play in all 72 regular season games last season recording 45 points (15g, 30 a) and 85 penalty minutes, his point total ranked third on the team.  In his 2008-2009 season he recorded 48 points (20g, 28a) and 67 penalty minutes, as well as posting five points (1g, 4a) and six penalty minutes in seven playoff games.  The upcoming 2010-11 season will mark the seventh professional season of his career.

"I am excited to come back for another season with the Reign.  It is a great organization to play for and to be a part of."  said Jon Francisco.  "The fans are the best in the league and continue to show their unwavering support.  I feel that I have more to prove and look forward to that opportunity."

Mini-plans are on sale now for as low as $85 and full-seasons start at just $325.  Call the Reign front office today to secure the best seats in the arena, as you don’t want to miss the puck drop on the third season Saturday, October 23, 2010 versus the Stockton Thunder.  Call (909) 941-PUCK (7825) or click here for the Reign to send you more information.
 

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