I wasn't surprised at all, and Lightning was the overwhelming choice. The fans did a great job. It fit with our other team, and it's a good, strong name.
Walk-up (ticket sales) for the first (Stockton Thunder) hockey game was huge. We averaged 8,300 fans for Saturday hockey games, so I suspect we'll do that for football.
Both sports are exciting and fast-paced, and fans have responded to it. Season ticket sales were brisk for both from the beginning.
The parking situation should be fine, but we are advising fans that there won't be enough spaces at the arena site for everyone. I think fans want to naturally get as close as possible to the site, but there's many of other options.
It's another sign that our fans are very dedicated.