Bulldogs announce details of Courage to be…"ME" event

Published on February 6, 2007 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Hamilton Bulldogs News Release


HAMILTON, ON - The Hamilton Bulldogs, in conjunction with Courage for Kids, Pizza Pizza, H.E.C.F.I. and Cable 14, have announced the details of the Courage to be..."ME" event to be held on Thursday, February 22nd.

Students from grades 1-to-4 in the Hamilton and surrounding area are invited to participate in a new, exciting and entertaining educational afternoon program presented by the Hamilton Bulldogs Hockey Club and Courage for Kids. This interactive program will combine the excitement of hockey with important messages about respect, sportsmanship, competition, confidence, teamwork, friendship, leadership and bullying.

Many schools have implemented various initiatives to focus student development in these areas. This program offers an opportunity for on-going reinforcement, while promising to be a fun and engaging event that complies with the Safe Schools Act policies and recommendations. Net proceeds from the event will be directed back to the schools that attend.

This event, valued at $50.00, is being offered for just $12.00 per student and free of charge for teachers and chaperones! Each Student will receive a ticket to the Pizza Pizza Hamilton Bulldogs Skills Competition & Red and White game, attend an animated and interactive Courage to be..."ME" presentation by Courage for Kids, obtain a copy of Have Courage My Love children's book, and be given one voucher for a free ticket to a Bulldogs game.

"The game of hockey provides a unique opportunity to illustrate to children how important it is to believe in yourself and to have courage to face tough challenges," said the author of the children's book Have Courage My Love, Lisa Hewitt-Savelli. "Hockey also demonstrates the value gained when we work together and trust in others to overcome adversity. Similar to the game of hockey, life is full of challenges; it is fast-paced, and sometimes unpredictable. Life is exciting, fun and rewarding, especially when we overcome our fears and conquer our toughest challenges."

Hewitt-Savelli also stated, "Courage to be "ME" will inspire children and highlight that with courage and trust in yourself and in others, anything is possible. Facing adversity and accepting challenges can lead to great opportunity, and help us to make choices that will shape and determine our future for the better."

Lisa Hewitt-Savelli is a family counselor, speaker and author in the areas of peer relationships, confidence, non-violent conflict resolution, bullying behavior, change and transition. Working in the field of violence prevention for over 15 years, Hewitt-Savelli is known for her best-selling children's book Have Courage My Love - a brave encounter with a bully and her work in elementary schools facilitating bullying prevention workshops for students, teachers and parents. Visit www.courageforkids.com to find out more information about Lisa Hewitt-Savelli and her book Have Courage My Love.

Private schools and home-schooled students are also invited to the event. To confirm your school's participation, to inquire about how your company or organization can sponsor a school's involvement, or if you have any questions regarding the event, contact Beth dela Rosa at [email protected] or 905-546-8171.

Bulldogs fans are also welcome to the event and can purchase tickets for $12 on game days at the Youth Fund booth behind section 114 at Copps Coliseum.

Event Time Line:

10:30 - 11:00 Student Arrival

11:00 - 11:10 Host Welcome and Introduction

11:10 - 11:35 Pizza Pizza Hamilton Bulldogs Skills Competition

11:35 - 12:05 Courage to be "Me" Presentation

12:05 - 12:30 Red and White Game 12:40 Departure

In operation since 1936, the American Hockey League is the top development league for all 30 National Hockey League teams. Over 80 percent of NHL players are AHL graduates, and more than 350 AHL players were recalled to the NHL during the 2005-2006 season alone.

The Bulldogs next game is at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 7th, when they take on the Chicago Wolves at Copps Coliseum. Tickets for this game and all 'Dogs home games (except home game #32) are available at the Copps Coliseum Box Office, any Ticketmaster outlet, online at www.ticketmaster.ca, or through charge-by-phone at 905-527-7666. Fans can listen to the game on the flagship station of the Hamilton Bulldogs Hockey Network, 820 CHAM "The Legend," beginning with the Park's Furniture Pre-Game Show at 7:10 p.m. Fans can also listen or watch at www.hamiltonbulldogs.com by clicking on the 'B2 Networks' or '820 CHAM' icon on the 'Dogs website.

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