Del Bianco's Assists for Kids Program Returns for 2022-23 Season
December 2, 2022 - National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Calgary Roughnecks News Release
Calgary, AB - Calgary Roughnecks goaltender Christian Del Bianco is once again teaming up with Ascent Consulting Ltd for the fourth year of his Assists for Kids program.
For every assist made by the Roughnecks goaltender in the NLL regular season, Ascent Consulting will donate $500 to KidSport in support of youth sport programs, with Del Bianco and the Roughnecks Foundation also contributing $30 each.
"It was an honour and a privilege when we were approached in 2018 to partner up with the Calgary Roughnecks and KidSport Calgary. Year after year, Ascent Consulting Ltd. is thrilled to team up with Christian and his "Del Bianco's Assists for Kids program" said Bill Alston, President of Ascent Consulting Ltd.
"Christian is a true Ambassador for KidSport and within our community. We are incredibly proud of his efforts and contributions in creating such a worthy cause. We look forward to watching the Roughnecks as they take the field, and especially watching Christian contribute offensively with what we hope will be numerous assists. Here's to a strong and winning season for the Calgary Roughnecks and for KidSport!"
"Ascent Consulting have been so generous in supporting this program year after year, I'm grateful to have them on board again" said Del Bianco. "I'm ready to get this season started, and hopefully beat our past fundraising efforts to benefit more kids as they pursue their sporting dreams."
Del Bianco will also auction off his signed helmet, featuring the KidSport logo, to further benefit KidSport programs in Calgary. More details on this auction, to be held via ElevateAuctions.com, will be released in the new year.
In the 2021-22 season, Del Bianco made 17 assists in 18 games, raising $9,520. The program has raised over $28,000 for KidSport since it began in 2018-19.
The Roughnecks regular season is set to begin with the Home Opener Party on Saturday, December 10th on WestJet Field at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Doors open at 6:00pm, face off at 7:30pm. Tickets are available now by calling 1-855 985 5000, or visiting www.CalgaryRoughnecks.com/tickets.
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