For the fifth year overall, the Orlando Magic and Harris Corporation teamed up to honor military men, women and their families with Seats for Soldiers Night on Friday, November 12, 2010 at the Magic vs. Raptors contest.
The Magic, players and Harris Corporation donated tickets to men and women in the military from military bases such as the Patrick Air Force Base in Cocoa Beach, MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, the Naval Air Force Station in Jacksonville and other Orlando area military affiliates.
“It is our privilege to honor the bravery of the men and women who dedicate their lives in service of our great nation,” said Orlando Magic Vice President of Community Relations and Government Affairs Linda Landman-Gonzalez. “Together with Harris Corporation, we recognize the sacrifices made by the families left behind and we thank them, because they too are heroes.”
In honor of the annual Seats for Soldiers Night, several events took place including a military-themed fan fest, taped messages throughout the game, a pregame dinner with the family of fallen Oviedo Soldier, Staff Sergeant Robert Miller, as well as a special halftime presentation by Orlando Magic President Alex Martins honoring Sgt. Miller. Outside the arena, Fan Fest included military Humvees, a rock wall, simulators and an obstacle course for fans. Other highlights included volunteer uniformed officers distributing game programs to fans entering the Disney Atrium, the national anthem performed by a military member and a military-themed performance by the Orlando Magic Dancers.
