Monarchs 2003 Home Opener to be Celebrated by 17,317 Fans at ARCO Arena

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 23, 2003 – The Sacramento Monarchs announced that Opening Night on Friday, May 30, 2003 versus the Phoenix Mercury, is sold out. This is the second consecutive Opening Night sell-out for the Sacramento Monarchs, who opened the 2002 season on June 1, 2002 to a sold out crowd of 17,317.

“This is truly an exiting event for the Monarchs and the City of Sacramento,” said Danette Leighton, senior director of marketing and Monarchs business operations for Maloof Sports & Entertainment. “We’re so thankful for the support the community has shown and this makes a big statement about Sacramento and women’s sports.”

With tickets starting at just $8, Sacramento Monarchs games offer fun, affordable, summer entertainment for the whole family. Fans will also enjoy a host of premium giveaway nights, including Monarchs nesting dolls, a Monarchs mini lunchbox and a Monarchs Team Poster.

The Sacramento Monarchs are currently in their seventh season in the WNBA and will play 17 regular season home games at ARCO Arena beginning on Friday, May 30. For ticket information, please contact the Monarchs Ticket Office at (916) 419-WNBA