Jersey Rockhoppers Fight Against Cancer
Published on January 7, 2009 under Eastern Professional Hockey League (EPHL) News Release
West Orange, NJ -- The Jersey Rockhoppers Hockey Team (Eastern Professional Hockey League) and the American Cancer Society, Metro New Jersey Regional Office, announced today that they are teaming up in the fight against cancer.
On Friday January 9th, when the Rockhoppers battle the Hudson Valley Bears, they will also be battling against cancer. EPHL Vice President, Sales & Marketing Herm Sorcher, announced that on January 9th, the Rockhoppers will hit the ice in pink jerseys to raise cancer awareness and to show their support for local patients and their families. That evening the pink jerseys will be auctioned off after the game to benefit the American Cancer Society. A portion of the ticket proceeds will also benefit the fight against cancer.
Michele Petrino, Manager of Special Events at the American Cancer Society, said, "Through this event, that is guaranteed to be an enjoyable night for all, the Rockhoppers, along with their fans, can show their support in the fight against cancer. The Rockhoppers have joined a national network of Coaches vs. Cancer teams working together to raise awareness and help the American Cancer Society serve more patients and fund research."
Herm Sorcher added, "Cancer touches us all in some way. We are proud to support the important work of our local American Cancer Society."
To order tickets to the game on January 9th at 7:30 p.m. to be held at the Essex County Richard J. Codey Arena at South Mountain in West Orange, please call the Rockhoppers Ticket Office at 973-713-7547, e-mail Herm Sorcher at hsorcher@ephl.com or visit the team website at www.JerseyRockhoppers.com. Be sure to use the code 'ACS' in the promotion code box when ordering your tickets online.
The Jersey Rockhoppers are members of the Eastern Professional Hockey League. Ticket prices range from $8-$22. The Rockhoppers are committed to providing a good affordable family fun entertainment product. For further information on the event & the Jersey Rockhoppers, please contact Herm Sorcher at 973-713-7547 or visit www.ephl.com.
The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. The American Cancer Society Eastern Division has 46 community-based offices, involving thousands of volunteers throughout NY and NJ. For 24-hour cancer information, call toll free 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. For information about the American Cancer Society, please contact Michele Petrino at 908-354-7373, option 3, ext. 209 (office), 908-596-1895 (cell) or michele.petrino@cancer.org.
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