SYRACUSE, N.Y., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- One basketball fan, and a guest, will enjoy the experience of a lifetime – a chance to spend time with Bill Raftery, CBS and ESPN college basketball analyst, and legendary college basketball coaches at the Big East Tournament Semifinals and Finals.   

The lucky VIP winner will receive a trip for him- or herself and a guest to attend the Friday night semifinals and Saturday night finals of the Big East Basketball Tournament on March 15 and 16, 2013 in New York City, and a meet-and-greet with Bill Raftery – a renown sportscaster who has brought his unique style to college basketball fans for over 30 years – and other college basketball greats at the Aspen Dental Legends Reception on March 16. 

This ultimate basketball weekend is made possible through a partnership between Aspen Dental, the Big East Tournament, and seven Big East Conference schools:  University of Pittsburgh, University of Connecticut, University of Cincinnati, Marquette University, St. John's University, Providence College and Syracuse University.

The lucky VIP winner will also receive:

• Round trip airfare for two
• Two nights hotel accommodation
• Ground transportation
• $1,000 spending money

Fans can read the official rules and enter to win at www.aspendentalmoments.com between now and February 18. Additional prizes are available.

About Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental is one of the largest and fastest-growing networks of dental care providers in the U.S. with 380 practices in communities across 25 states, providing millions of Americans with access to quality, affordable dental care.  Every Aspen Dental practice offers a full range of dental and denture services – including comprehensive exams, cleanings, extractions, fillings, periodontal treatment, whitening, oral surgery, crown and bridge work.  

In 2012, Aspen Dental practices recorded more than 2.5 million patient visits and welcomed more than 550,000 new patients. The dentists and staff at Aspen Dental have a deep commitment to patient satisfaction, and every Aspen Dental office is accredited by the Better Business Bureau. 

To learn more about Aspen Dental practices and services, preview the Aspen Dental patient experience, get answers to general treatment questions, find a location, and schedule appointments, visit www.aspendental.com.  To learn more about careers at Aspen Dental, visit http://aspendentaljobs.com.

SOURCE Aspen Dental