
OHL Bulldogs Announce Partnership with Ancaster High School
April 23, 2015 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Brantford Bulldogs News Release
HAMILTON, ONT. - The Hamilton Bulldogs Hockey Club announced today that the team's school-aged players will attend Ancaster High School during the Bulldogs' inaugural season in the Ontario Hockey League in 2015-16.
A school within Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, Ancaster High is proud of its safe, supportive and stimulating environment that promotes excellence, respect and personal growth through academic and extracurricular activities.
"Developing the appropriate school relationship and forming an effective billet program for our players are two of the most crucial steps in establishing a successful OHL program," said George Burnett, head coach and general manager of the OHL Bulldogs. "We're excited to begin a great relationship with the dedicated and committed staff at Ancaster High."
The arrival of the players will also add to the positive energy at the school.
"We're proud of Ancaster High as a school that delivers a wide variety of programs, so that every student who walks through its doors can find student achievement and well-being," said Jamie Nunn, acting superintendent of schools and learning for the HWDSB. "This is a new start for the Bulldogs and we look forward to welcoming the team's players into the Ancaster High family."
In the near future, the Bulldogs will begin to establish their billet program. Bulldogs billet families will play a major role in the team's success both on and off the ice. Families interested in billeting Bulldogs players should email info@hamiltonbulldogs.com for more information.
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