OHL Kitchener Rangers

Rangers to Host 2nd Annual You Can Play Game this Friday

Published on February 23, 2023 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Kitchener Rangers News Release


The Kitchener Rangers will host their 2nd annual You Can Play Game on Friday, Feb. 24 at The Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, as they host the Owen Sound Attack at 7:30pm.

The You Can Play Project was founded to advocate for inclusion, acceptance, and respect of LGBTQ+ athletes in sports.

"We excited to be partnering once again with You Can Play to promote respect and acceptance for LGBTQ+ players and fans in Waterloo Region and in the CHL," said Joe Birch, COO of The Rangers.

There will be many events and giveaways taking place throughout the night. Rangers Authentics will also be selling Rangers Pride T-Shirts - with 100% of the proceeds being donated to 2SLGBTQ+ initiatives through Rangers Reach.

Kitchener Rangers players will be using Pride Tape on their sticks and stickers on their helmets in support of the evening. Training and workshops will be scheduled with You Can Play for Rangers Hockey Operations, Business staff, and players. A PSA in support of the You Can Play Project featuring Rangers players will also be shown in the arena during the game.

Tickets for the game this Friday are available and can be purchased here.

Game Day Preview can be found here.

The Rangers will also be hosting a free community training workshop in partnership with You Can Play on Wednesday, March, 15th in the Subscribers Lounge at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. RSVPs are required as spots are limited.Please RSVP here.

Teamwork, acceptance, and respect are some of the most basic values of our game. Below are additional resources to be a better ally, friend, fan, coach, and member of the LGBTQ+ community to help make our game more inclusive at all levels.

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