I vote for a big breakfast before 8:00AM and then hunger-strike it the rest of the day. Everyone stays and noone eats! Have they diabled the water fountains?

And all smokers bring dip.

A hunger strike would be awesome to pull off. Probably impossible, but that would be sweet. It's probably against Intrust Arena's policy. I think they have a two drink minimum.

Unhappy fan - here is what I sent
I hope I do not have to show my ID when I get there. May need to wear a costume.


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From: smokeycabin@hotmail.com
To: chris.presson@smgwichita.com
CC: kingmerj@sbcglobal.net
Subject: Unhappy fan
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:20:51 +0000

Chris & Beth,

chris.presson@smgwichita.com or 316-440-9015
kingmerj@sbcglobal.net or 316-651-5565

Welcome to Wichita and our new arena. You are welcome also on my following comments. What is this no re-entry policy? I would suggest you change your policy if you ever want to get another high school or kids event at your facility. This is not a 2 hour game and then you leave for the day. This is an all day - 2 day event. People will purchase some of your goods if you greet them properly. But if you use strong arm tactics - I will bet people will be sure to eat a BIG breakfast prior to coming and hold out for a NICE dinner elsewhere. I understand the no coolers deal - I do not understand someone walking outside for a little fresh air, smoke, a favorite snack or product that you do not serve or even some healthy snack. Bad way to start you public relations mission. Unhappy fan who has not stepped foot in the arena yet. Currently - I am working out a meal plan for all the other wrestling parents and fans so they do not purchase anything at your facility - besides tickets.
We are buying gas, hotel stays, etc. dropping plenty of money in Wichita. I am sure another city/arena would gladly open up their arms for this event.

Sean McCarthy



KSHSAA School Wrestling Feb 26, 2010 to Feb 27, 2010 at INTRUST Bank Arena

No re-entry policy in effect. If you leave the arena you will need to purchase another ticket to get back into the event.
(They are not wavering on this. This their policy and they are sticking to it.)

I just got off the phone with Scott. He said that they will allow re-entry for this event only.

Uh oh, now I wish I hadn't left my name,number and place of business on that voice mail--LOL

I am still waiting for Mr. Presson's (Manager) e-mail response since Ms. Beth (Public Relations) was unavailable until Monday.

I just recieved a call from the Intrust manager. The policy will be suspended for this event.

I'm expecting a call from Pres Obama on the health care problem any minute now.

OOps just sent a nasty gram to the poor guy, better send a retraction.

Again Thanks to all who called or emailed, and voiced their opinions. The wrestling community has prevailed!


Mel

are they going to have the bars open for us then lol. i can live with that.

Good thing we found out today instead of in the morning.

Now, I hope they let me in and the stamp is permanent enough to get to the car and back for some celery, fresh green beans, and rice cakes. Maybe the stamp will be two wrestlers – with 5A and 6A on their singlets.

I know most of your comments are really good Cokeley but that is by far the best. Obviously they have failed at aligning the regionals in an equitable fashion in terms of quality, but I do understand that they are "region"als.

KSHSAA School WrestlingFeb 26, 2010 to Feb 27, 2010 at INTRUST Bank Arena

Entry Policy - If you purchase a ticket and would like to leave the arena you will be given a stamp on your hand. Hand stamp is required for re-entry. Bags will be checked upon entry and re-entry into the arena.

No outside food or beverages can be brought into the arena.

No reserving of seats.

Banners may not be taped to the facility. If banners need to be hung please contact arena staff and they will be glad to help.

Does anyone know if they have wifi in the arena?

And people wonder why 4A & 321A won't ever join 5/6A in Wichita. They have great venues with great hosts, sounds like Intrust is trying to pay for itself in the first year.

Smokey--we will be waiting for a concession stand review from you soon...

This is an awsome venue
The real bad thing is they have all these awesome seats they keep chasing ppl out of and choose to leave empty.
Sometimes the host is more important then the house.
This is one of those times where the host has tarnished the house.
So in Wills words that's another FAILED.

I thought you paid per session. I paid 11 bucks which is not alot but thought since i missed the morning session I would only pay for 1 session. Then i would have had to pay 7 bucks for each kid x5 yes I know its my fault but they didnt get to go. otherwise I loved the wrestling. cushioned seats but no walking room in the rows. booth seats looked like they had the best seats in the house.

Just got home from 5A/6A state day one and my first visit to Intrust Arena. Thought it was awesome, cool atmosphere, very asthetically pleasing, had a blast. 100 times better than the Coliseum and their gustapo crews, etc.