Game day guide: Round 11 vs Lynx

The biggest day on the Hoops Capital calendar is finally here.
Tomorrow Qudos Bank Arena will be the venue for the first-ever Pink Hoops double-header – in support of Tiana Mangakahia and our partner, the McGrath Foundation. Funds raised will help to ensure that anyone that goes through breast cancer does so with the care of a McGrath breast care nurse.
The Kings will look to return to form with a victory against New Zealand, while the Flames take on Perth in a match with huge finals ramifications.

Sunday, January 14 – door open times:

• It’s shaping up as the biggest crowd of the season so doors will open half an hour earlier than usual for the Flames game from 12.30pm.
• Everyone attending is encouraged to wear a touch of pink to show your support for Pink Hoops and everyone experiencing breast cancer.
• Thanks to Qudos Bank Arena you will able to visit the McGrath Foundation and make a donation in person, at the McGrath Foundation area within the Grand Foyer. McGrath Volunteers will also be roaming throughout the venue with TapNGo machines.
• Free Face painting will be located in the Grand Foyer from 12.30pm.
• A limited number of Flames and Kings Pink replica playing jerseys and supporter Ts will be available to purchase at the venue on Sunday. They can also be purchased online at the Kings store and the Flames store.
• There will be an MVP Award presented after both Games – the Flames MVP is named in honour of Tiana Mangakahia – the inspiration for Pink Hoops
• We are hoping to raise $40,000 for McGrath Breast Care Nurses. You can donate on the day or online here. The McGrath Foundation will have pink headbands available in return for a donation this Sunday.
• Our partners Carma, Harvey Norman, Beyond Bank and Cygnett have kindly contributed towards a 3-pointer donation tally. $457 will be donated for every Flames triple sunk and $257 for each Kings 3-pointer.
• 3-point banners have been distributed throughout the venue.

• All Full Season or 7-Game members who purchased prior to October 18 will be able to pick up their membership cards from the Qudos Bank Arena Box Office from 12.30pm.
• Full-season or 7-game members that purchased on or after 18 October will have had their tickets sent to them via email. If you don’t have a ticket simply go to the Qudos Bank Arena Box Office from 12.30pm onwards.
• 3-Game and Flames Junior Members need to download their tickets from the Ticketek event page here with the code you have been previously provided.
• For any member inquiries on game day please go to the Membership Inquiries window at the Qudos Bank Arena Box Office from 12.30pm.

• The Brewery Bar will be open pre-game and post-game. The 2pm NBL game will be broadcast on big screens, members will receive a 20% discount on house drinks, kids eat free (one free kid’s meal per paying adult and items from the kids menu) and Kings players will arrive at the venue from 30-460 minutes after the completion of the game. More info here.
• Members Bar (level 1 opposite Door 44) will be open prior to the Flames game until Kings’ tip-off.  After the game 2-3 Kings players will be visiting members’ bar for a signing session.
• The Qudos Bank Members Lounge (located on Level 1 opposite door 29) will be open to Qudos Bank customers and all game attendees pre-game.
• The American Express Lounge is open to any American Express cardholder and up to 3 guests. More info here.

• Free face painting is available in the Grand Foyer from 12.30pm.
• Thanks to Qudos Bank Arena we will have McGrath Foundation in the Grand Foyer.

• Our principal partner, Harvey Norman, will be providing epic giveaways throughout this Sunday’s games.  At three-quarter-time of the Kings game, there will be a huge prize giveaway for three lucky fans.

Member ticket information

• Full-season members whose membership cards have not arrived can visit us at the Membership Enquiries window at the Qudos Bank Arena Box Office from 12.30pm.
• 3-Game, 6-Game and Regional members will need to use Ticketek tickets to access the venue so please ensure you have downloaded them to your phone before you get to the venue.
• 3-Game, 6-Game and Regional members whose membership cards do not arrive in time for the game can collect a temporary membership card from the Information Desk.

Things to know before you arrive

• Read all about January 14 public transport options here.
• Members will be required to bring their membership card to use at the members’ entrance (if you are unable to locate your membership card or have any issues, our membership team who will be located at the box office pre-game will be able to assist with any membership-related queries).
• Please minimise the size of bags you bring to the arena –  no bags over A5 (200 mm x 150 mm) sizing will be permitted into the venue. Backpacks of any size will not be permitted.

Some things may have changed since your last visit:

• A complete list of prohibited items can be found here.
• Click here to read Qudos Bank Arena’s full venue ‘conditions of entry’.

Getting to and from Qudos Bank Arena

• Parking information for Sydney Olympic Park can be found here.
• Fans are encouraged to use public transport on the day as spots may be limited in P1.
• Note, pre-booked car parking is only available up to 11.59pm on the day prior to the game and not on game day.
• For public transport information about getting to getting to Sydney Olympic Park click here.
• For more information about getting to Qudos Bank Arena click here.

Food and Beverage Info

• The Brewery Bar will be open pre-game and post-game. The 2pm NBL game will be broadcast on big screens, members will receive a 20% discount on house drinks, kids eat free (one free kid’s meal per paying adult and items from the kids menu) and Kings players will be at the venue from about 30-40 minutes after the game. More info here
• The Platinum Plus Bar will be open for Platinum Plus members and ticket holders. Platinum Plus members and ticket holders will be provided with a wristband when you arrive at your seat. This will give you access to the Platinum Plus Bar.
• Members Bar (level 1 opposite Door 44) will again be open pre-game and after the Kings game  2-3 Kings players will be available for a signing session.
• The Qudos Bank Members Lounge (located on Level 1 opposite door 29) will be open to Qudos Bank customers and game attendees pre-game.
• Multiple food and beverage outlets will be open throughout the venue.

The Brewery

• The Brewery Bar will be open pre-game and post-game. The 2pm NBL game will be broadcast on big screens, members will receive a 20% discount on house drinks, kids eat free (one free kid’s meal per paying adult and items from the kids menu) and Kings players will be at the venue from about 30-60 minutes after the game. More info here.

Lost membership cards and membership Inquiries

• If you are unable to locate your membership card or have any issues, our membership team who will be located at the Box Office pre-game will be able to assist with any membership-related queries.

Member discounts

• Don’t forget to scan your membership card at our internal outlets to redeem your member discount on food, beverages and merchandise.
• If you don’t yet have your membership card you can visit the Membership Inquiries window to pick up a temporary membership card.

Social media

• Use the hashtag #WeTheKings or #FlameOn during the game day to be included on the big screens! Don’t forget to tag in the Kings (@sydneykings)  and/or the Flames (@sydneyflamesofficial) on Instagram so we can also share some of the best pics on our account.