NASHVILLE, TN. (Curb Records) - With a little more than two weeks to go before their home opener on February 4, the Nashville Kats have sold more than 9,300 season tickets – more than double the number the previous Kats franchise sold in the team's final season of 2001. 'We are very excited about the way ticket sales are going,' said Bob Flynn, the Kats' general manager. 'Football is a big part of this community and people in Nashville love arena football. They are ready to see the Kats back on the field after a three-year absence.' Last Friday, Kats season ticket holders and sponsors were treated to an exclusive concert by country music superstar Tim McGraw, a minority owner of the team. The show, which was held at the Gaylord Entertainment Center, drew more than 15,000 fans. 'We had a blast playing for our hometown crowd,' said McGraw, who played for more than two hours at the show. 'Thanks to Nashville for the great turnout and also for supporting the Kats with great season ticket sales. See you at the games!' The Nashville Kats, which are owned by Tennessee Titans owner K.S. 'Bud Adams, Jr., kick off their 2005 season with a road game against the Columbus Destroyers on Fri., Jan. 28. The team has its home opener at the Gaylord Entertainment Center one week later, against the New Orleans VooDoo on Fri., Feb. 4. Tickets are available by phone at 615-565-4700, or through www.Katsonline.com.
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