Pink in the Rink Commemorative Jerseys on Sale in Support of Courtney Druce
March 18, 2016 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Peterborough Petes News Release
(Peterborough, ON) - The Petes are offering fans and memorabilia collectors an opportunity to purchase 2016 commemorative Pink in the Rink jerseys in support of Courtney Druce, the 2014 Pink in the Rink honourary co-chair and daughter of Petes and NHL alumnus John Druce.
Courtney is in her fifth battle with cancer and is currently living under hospice care at her mother's home in New Jersey. Family and friends have started a GoFundMe page to help raise money for Courtney's fight.
Commemorative 2016 Pink in the Rink sweaters will be sold for $200 (tax included) on a first-come, first-served basis. Several are available to be purchased, and 100% of the proceeds will be donated directly to Courtney's GoFundMe fundraising page, which will help pay Courtney's mounting medical bills, student loans, and other expenses.
To purchase one of the jerseys and help Courtney defeat cancer for the fifth time, call Aaron Garfat at (705) 743-3681 ext. 227, email agarfat@gopetesgo.com.
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