'Pink the Rink' Night Raises $35,752.87
February 10, 2014 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Utica Comets News Release
The Utica Comets and the Save of the Day have announced their final donation of $35,752.87 to the Breast Care Center at Faxton St. Luke's Healthcare from "ÃËPink the Rink' night on Jan. 31.
"It truly was a terrific night filled with excitement and giving towards a great cause," said Utica Comets President Robert Esche. "Our area never ceases to amaze me on its ability to donate so generously to local institutions. It's very rewarding to see people come together from a player level, staff level, and most importantly a community level. I thank everyone who was involved, and know that "ÃËPink the Rink' night has become a staple of not only the Utica Comets, but of the City of Utica and the community as a family."
The Comets collected money through a 2013-14 American Hockey League record 50/50 purse and the round up the rink promotion.ÃâàFans also had the option to round up their change to the next dollar as donations as part of the round up the rink promotion.
The post game jersey auction, that saw the special pink uniforms sold for as high as $4,500, also contributed to the donation.ÃâàEach player's jersey was sold to fans via a live auction following the conclusion of the game.
Prior to Saturday's game against the Rochester Americans the Comets will host a special pre-game ceremony and check presentation to the Breast Care Center at Faxton St. Luke's Healthcare.
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