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LAKE COUNTY – Residents of Lake County are being offered an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy a salute to our military.
The Oakland Raiders, a National Football League team, have stepped up in an effort to support our troops and honor our veterans and assist a local troop support effort.
On Nov. 9, the Oakland Raiders take on the Carolina Panthers at the Oakland Coliseum. The Raiders have deemed the contest the Military Salute game. There will be special activities to honor America’s military, past and present.
“It's an honor for the Raiders to host a Military Salute game,” said Jarrod Dillon, director of ticket sales. “The Raider Nation is made up of fans all over the world, and nowhere is this more evident than our military. The organization receives thousands of letters, emails and photos from Raiders fans serving our country all over the world. The Raiders truly appreciate all of the men and women serving our nation and it's an honor for us to salute to them."
In conjunction with the salute to troops and veterans, the Oakland Raiders are offering a special ticket package via Operation Tango Mike.
Packages are $100 and include admission to the game with reserved seats, a limited edition camouflage Raiders hat and a food voucher.
In addition, the first 50 to purchase the package through Operation Tango Mike will receive roundtrip bus transportation from Lakeport.
Packages can be purchased without bus transportation. Additionally, out-of-town supporters can purchase the through Operation Tango Mike and will be able to receive their packet, including food and hat vouchers, at the will call office at the Oakland Coliseum.
Operation Tango Mike sends monthly care packages to deployed troops. Sending 85 to 100 care packages, costs average nearly $1,000 per month. Adding items to make holiday packages more special increase those costs. Teaming up with the Oakland Raiders is a unique opportunity to raise much needed funds and provide a great entertainment value.
Ron Quick, a Navy veteran and avid Operation Tango Mike volunteer, is very excited about the collaboration with the Raiders. “This is great!” he said. “I can go to a pro football game and not have to worry about driving or parking. Plus, I don’t have to pay for the gas or the parking fees. The price is a bargain compared to what it would cost to buy everything separately and it’s a ‘no stress deal’ too.”
He added, “It’s pretty cool to have the Oakland Raiders supporting what we do right here in Lake County.”
Quick and Ginny Craven, founder of Operation Tango Mike, traveled to Alameda, to Oakland Raiders headquarters, to finalize details of the ticket deal. They met staff, were given a tour and were treated very graciously.
“The Raiders’ people are very impressed by what is accomplished in Lake County,” Quick said of the meeting. “I think they were surprised to find out how much this small community is doing for our troops.”
Tamra Appiano, ticket sales representative of the Oakland Raiders, is very enthused about the Oakland Raiders’ efforts to support troops and veterans. She has spearheaded the partnership to offer an opportunity for people to support Operation Tango Mike and attend the Military Salute Game.
Appiano will travel to Lake County to participate in the Operation Tango Mike packing party on Thursday, Oct. 23.
“I am excited to help raise funds for Operation Tango Mike,” said Appiano. “Just like many of you, I have loved ones serving overseas. Hearing how much of a difference these care packages make in their lives is wonderful. I am honored to be a part of an organization that salutes and honors our troops, veterans and their families. I will personally be attending the packing party to show the Oakland Raiders organization’s support of our troops.”
If businesses or individuals would like to contribute to support the ongoing efforts of Operation Tango Mike but are not able to attend the game, there is something special that can be done. Ticket packages can be purchased to sponsor local veterans who might not otherwise be able to attend the Military Salute game.
Tickets may be purchased at Umpqua Bank, 805 11th St., Lakeport, or by contacting Ginny Craven at 349-2838 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The deadline to purchase tickets is Oct. 31 and the first 50 supporters receive roundtrip transportation so don’t delay.
For further information please contact Ginny Craven or Tamra Appiano at 1-800-RAIDERS, Extension 3228 or Paula Sue Silva at 1-800-RAIDERS, Extension 3201.
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