MONTREAL, Sept. 10, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - Sportscene Group inc, ("Sportscene" or "the Company"; "SPS.A / TSX Venture Exchange") announces that, under the Class A share purchase option plan ("the Plan") in effect at Sportscene, the Board of Directors approved the grant of 19,000 stock options to a director at an exercise price of $6.40 per share, all under the terms and conditions of the Plan. These options will be vested at a rate of 50% after two years, 25% after three years and the remaining 25% after four years. They will expire if they are not exercised within five years as of the grant date.
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In business since 1984, Sportscene Group Inc. operates Quebec's leading chain of sports-themed resto-bars: La Cage aux Sports. As of today, this banner comprises 52 "Cages", 41 of which are wholly or jointly owned by the Company, and 11 are franchises. Enjoying a strong brand image, La Cage aux Sports' most distinctive feature is its "Sports, Gang, Fun" culture, showcased by an original decor, a festive ambience, the use of the latest telecommunications technologies and the hosting and organization of multiple contests and special events for its clientele. Sportscene also holds a 50% interest in three non-banner restaurants offering upscale foodservices in the Montreal area. In addition to its restaurant operations, the Company manages real estate holdings, including a sports complex and several buildings housing its restaurants. Furthermore, Sportscene has developed expertise in certain other complementary activities, such as the construction, fitting-out and renovation of Cages, technological development related to the expansion of the La Cage aux Sports network, as well as the organization of sports-related activities including international-calibre boxing events.
SOURCE: Sportscene Group Inc.
Jean Bédard, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer
Josée Pépin, Vice-President, Finance
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