Hamilton Bulldogs Report to the Community
Published on December 9, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Hamilton Bulldogs News Release
Here is a look at some of the community events that the Hamilton Bulldogs and Bulldogs Foundation have been involved with recently.
Movember
The entire Bulldogs team took part this past month in 'Movember' which challenged each player to grow a moustache for the entire month of November to raise money and awareness for prostate cancer. Each player had their own page on the 'Movember' website under the Hamilton Bulldogs team page, where friends and family could give donations to support that player. In total, the team raised $6,214 for 'Movember' with Alex Henry ($1,235) and Ryan Russell ($1,050) raising the most money. In a team vote, Alex Henry was voted as having the best moustache while Ryan Russell was voted as having the worst.
Dawgs Breakfast The Hamilton Bulldogs and Bulldogs Foundation in conjunction with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board announced on November 30th the launch of the Dawgs Breakfast Program. The program will provide breakfast to over 1,500 students who attend Barton Secondary School, Bennetto Elementary School and Parkview Secondary School. With support from The Grocery Foundation and Quaker, a Division of PepsiCo Foods Canada, the Bulldogs Foundation is committing $225,000 in cash or kind to the program over the next three years. On November 30th at a press conference held at Bennetto Elementary School, The Bulldogs Foundation presented a $10,000 cheque to each of the three schools to begin the program.
Toy Toss
The 'Dogs held their 13th annual stuffed toy toss at their game on December 4th against the Chicago Wolves. The Bulldogs were defeated 2-1 in the game but collected over 2,000 toys that were thrown to the ice following Max Pacioretty's third period goal. The toys will now be donated to local charities including Children's Aid Society of Hamilton, Interval House of Hamilton, the Salvation Army and other charitable groups in the Hamilton area for distribution to families in need for Christmas.
McMaster Children's Hospital Christmas Visit The Bulldogs made their annual McMaster Children's Hospital visit on Monday, December 6th. The players interacted with the children, signing autographs and giving out gifts, and also made special visits to the children who were unable to leave their rooms. The players also sang Christmas songs to the children including 'Jingle Bells' and 'Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer'.
Raising the Roof The Raising the Roof Toque Campaign was launched on Tuesday, December 7th with a press conference at Mountain Secondary School. The press conference announced that stylish black toques with a snowflake design are being sold to support Wesley Youth Housing, Wesley Centre in Hamilton and agencies across Canada that are working on long-term solutions addressing homelessness nation-wide. Derek Wills, who is the Honorary Chair of 'Raising the Roof', was the MC for the press conference while Bruiser attended as well to help with the festivities.
Skate with the Bulldogs
The Hamilton Bulldogs and Bulldogs Foundation, in association with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, Walter Gretzky and Hamilton Minor Hockey, will present the third annual 'Skate with the Bulldogs' on Sunday, December 12th at Copps Coliseum. The event will take place following the conclusion of the 'Dogs home game against the Toronto Marlies at 1:00 p.m. at Copps Coliseum. Registered Bulldogs fans and minor hockey players will take to the ice for a skate and autograph session with the 'Dogs players. Funds raised from the event will be directed to minor hockey league programs in Hamilton as well as CNIB Hamilton.
Bulldogs Foundation Initiatives
The Bulldogs " My Favourite Things" raffle has begun at 'Dogs home games. For the next two Bulldogs home games at Copps Coliseum on Sunday, December 12th and Tuesday, December 14th, fans can purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win individual gift baskets that have been created by each player and consist of their favourite items. Raffle tickets will be available at the Bulldogs Foundation booth behind section 114 with the raffle draw taking place during the second intermission of the Tuesday's game. All proceeds will go to the Children's Aid Society of Hamilton.
From now until January 14th, 2011, fans can purchase raffle tickets to enter into a draw for a chance to win a game-used Bulldogs camouflage jersey from the November 13th 'Salute the Troops' game played at Copps Coliseum. Ticket prices are the following: 1 for $3, 5 for $10 or 20 for $20. All proceeds will go to the Bulldogs Foundation.
Bruiser Out and About Bruiser attended a school assembly at R.A. Riddell School to help kick-off their Bulldogs ticket sales fundraiser on Wednesday, December 1st. Bruiser also attended the Hamilton Police's Project Concern Christmas Party which was held at Carmen's Banquet Centre on Monday, December 6th. The party is a Christmas charity function that supports Hamilton's inner city kids.
Schedule of Upcoming Bruiser Community Appearances for December
Friday, December 17th - Holiday Float parade at Brant Hills Public School
Friday, December 17th - Local 1005's Annual Children's Christmas Party at the Hamilton Convention Centre
Saturday, December 18th - YMCA of Hamilton and Burlington's Annual Santa's Ultimate Chill Zone and Kids Christmas Party at the Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA
Sunday, December 19th - Breakfast with Santa in support of the Good Shepherd's Christmas Program and Food Share at the Leander Boat Club
Sunday, December 19th - Arcelormittal Dofasco Annual Employee Christmas Party at the Dofasco Recreation Centre
Sunday, December 19th - Good Shepherd Community Christmas Dinner at the Hamilton Convention Centre
The Bulldogs will meet the Rochester Americans for a game on Friday, December 10th at 7:35 p.m. at Blue Cross Arena in Rochester. The 'Dogs return to Copps Coliseum for a 1:00 p.m. game against the Toronto Marlies on Sunday, December 12th. Sunday's game will broadcast nationally on CBC. All regular season Hamilton Bulldogs broadcasts on AM 820 CHAM will begin with a pre-game show 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
Tickets for all Hamilton Bulldogs home games (with the exception of the February 25th game at Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec) 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. For more information on 'Dogs season tickets, flex packs, mini packs and group tickets call 905-529-8500 ext. 179 or visit www.hamiltonbulldogs.com.
American Hockey League Stories from December 9, 2010
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- Moose Sign Francis Lemieux to PTO - Manitoba Moose
- Panthers Acquire Forwards Lovecchio and Knackstedt from Boston - Rochester Americans
- Boston Bruins Make Two Trades - Providence Bruins
- Lightning Acquire Forward Levi Nelson from Boston, Assign Him to Norfolk - Norfolk Admirals
- Parma Community General Hospital Named Official Hospital of Monsters - Cleveland Monsters
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- AHL Conference Notebooks - AHL
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- Davies Sent to Gwinnett - Chicago Wolves
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- Rivermen Release Jake Gannon from PTO - Peoria Rivermen
- Barons Recall Gimblett from Stockton; Sign Bonk to PTO - Oklahoma City Barons
- Dallas Assigns Larsen, Texas Calls up Goalie Lemay from Allen - Texas Stars
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