Auburn Hills, MI � Single-game tickets for the Detroit Shock�s ninth season of WNBA competition are on sale now and may be purchased in person at The Palace Box Office, by calling (248) 377-0100, online at DetroitShock.com, or at all Ticketmaster outlets. The Shock�s 2006 regular-season schedule includes 16 home games at The Palace of Auburn Hills and a July 21 rematch of the 2003 WNBA Finals vs. Los Angeles at Grand Rapids� Van Andel Arena at 7:30 p.m.

�We�re always looking for new ways to broaden our fan base and enhance the experience at The Palace,� said President and CEO of Palace Sports and Entertainment Tom Wilson, �and one of the best ways to accomplish that is simply by listening to your fans. We have heard the fans and now have nine unique reasons for Michigan-area basketball fans to embrace the Shock. Coupled with the championship-caliber team we will put on the court, 2006 promises to be an exciting season for Shock fans.�

Nine Seasons � Nine Reasons

1. Reduced Ticket Pricing for Children and Seniors � Take advantage of $3 off discounts for children 12-and-under and adults 60 and older at every Shock home game at The Palace.
2. Home Away from Home Game � The Shock will play one of its 17 regular-season home games at Grand Rapids� Van Andel Arena.
3. Special Courtside Seating � Additional courtside seating, baseline boxes and other surprises for The Palace experience are in the works.
4. Family Meal Deals � Feed your family for less by taking advantage of special value meals available at all Shock home games at The Palace.
5. Nightly Promotional Events � Dad and Daughter Night, Camp Day and other game-specific theme nights along with the best giveaway items in the WNBA.
6. Player 3-Packs � Show your support for one of the Shock�s five All-Stars by purchasing Player 3-Packs and receive a player autograph and other great benefits.
7. All-Star Starters � Detroit boasts five All-Stars on its roster heading into the 2006 season, all of whom are healthy and focused on bringing another WNBA title to the Motor City.
8. Generation S � The next generation of Shock fans makes its voice heard through a new interactive section of The Palace and special content on the web.
9. Experience the Shock. It�s Personal � Fans will have additional opportunities to get up close and personal with their favorite Shock players including post-game meet-n-greets and autograph sessions.

The Shock return five All-Stars from last season � Swin Cash, Cheryl Ford, Deanna Nolan, Ruth Riley and Katie Smith � and Cash has been given a clean bill of health from Detroit�s medical staff. Kara Braxton picked up a year of international experience this offseason; Plenette Pierson will have a full training camp with the team; and Kedra Holland-Corn, a key member of Detroit�s 2003 WNBA Championship team, was signed as a free agent in February.

Notable games on The Palace schedule this season include Detroit�s home opener on Wednesday, May 24 vs. Minnesota; three-time league MVP Sheryl Swoopes and the Houston Comets on Saturday, June 17; Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday, July 6; and the 2005 WNBA Champion Sacramento Monarchs on Wednesday, July 26. The Shock end the 2006 season at home on August 13 against the two-time defending Eastern Conference Champion Connecticut Sun.

The Detroit Shock open the 2006 WNBA Season at Indiana on May 20 at 7 p.m. The Shock home opener is scheduled for May 24 vs. the Minnesota Lynx at 7:30 p.m. Season tickets are available by calling (248) 377-0100 or by online at DetroitShock.com.