December 3, 2009

CAROLINA HURRICANES ANNOUNCES MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH SKYVIEW NETWORKS

     PHOENIX, Ariz. —  The National Hockey League’s (NHL) Carolina Hurricanes announced today a new multi-year partnership with Skyview Networks.  Skyview will take over as the official radio network provider for the Carolina Hurricanes supplying satellite distribution, affiliate automation and inventory management.

     “We are looking forward to working with Skyview,” said Michael Hurley, Carolina Hurricanes Director of Corporate Sales.  “The success of the 2008-09 season coupled with Skyview’s industry expertise and full automation software will provide the ability to expand our radio network while providing reliable service and affiliate support.”

     The Carolina Hurricanes will implement Skyview’s F.A.S.T. (Flexible Audio Storage Technology) Network Automation and Inventory Management System providing full control over all radio inventory on its flagship station.  The systems also provide the Carolina Hurricanes with faster and easier client billing through advertiser scheduling, clearance and affidavit management.

     “We are so thrilled to partner with the Carolina Hurricanes,” said Skyview President Ken Thiele.  “This is an exciting franchise to be a part of and with our F.A.S.T. Automation Software, I am confident together we will successfully grow their radio network providing Hurricanes fans expanded radio network coverage.”

     The Carolina Hurricanes radio broadcast hosted by Chuck Kaiton can be heard on the Carolina Hurricanes’ radio network and its flagship station, 99.9 FM The Fan ESPN Radio.  Fans can also listen live via the internet on www.CarolinaHurricanes.com.

     Skyview Networks currently provides the broadcast services for over 40 professional and collegiate sports organizations.  Founded in 1995, Skyview is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and focuses on providing broadcast network solutions to professional and collegiate sports.  Skyview’s services include satellite distribution, full network automation, affiliate relations and inventory management systems for radio, television, print, signage and web.  For more information visit www.skyviewnetworks.com.

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