Silvertips Host Ninth Annual Pink the Rink Game
November 2, 2017 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Everett Silvertips News Release
EVERETT, Wash. - The Everett Silvertips (@WHLSilvertips), in conjunction with partners at Providence Regional Medical Center and the Safeway Foundation, are scheduled to host the ninth annual "Pink The Rink" game this Saturday against the Portland Winterhawks, starting at 7:05PM (Fox Sports 1380/WHL Live) at XFINITY Arena.
Proceeds from sales at XFINITY Arena for the game benefit Providence General Foundation, in support of breast health activities, mammograms for women, and services and support for men's and women's health in Snohomish County, for those facing financial challenges. Over the last eight seasons the Silvertips have helped raise over $581,000 from the Pink The Rink event, providing approximately 5,000 free mammograms for women in Snohomish County.
There will be several opportunities for fans in attendance to make a contribution at this season's event, along with the following activities:
Tickets: on sale as low as $17, with proceeds automatically forwarded to Providence Special Ticket + Hat or Shirt offer: As low as $25, fans receive a game ticket to Pink the Rink along with a choice of a limited edition Pink the Rink snapback hat or t-shirt, free. Game authentic jersey auction: right off the back of every Silvertips player on the active roster, proceeds benefit Providence and offer an exclusive "Buy It Now" opportunity before each jersey is offered at a silent auction event for both Nov. 3 and Nov. 4 games at XFINITY Arena. Each jersey subject to availability. Fans in attendance, who successfully bid and win their respective game jersey, will have an opportunity to pose with their selected player and jersey after the game. Giveaway: The first 6,000 fans in attendance will also receive a limited edition Pink The Rink glow bracelet, to be worn for a special ceremony prior to puck drop. Pre-game: special guest breast cancer survivors will join the Silvertips along the ice for starting lineup introductions.
The Silvertips return home to XFINITY Arena on Friday, Nov. 3 against the Prince George Cougars at 7:35 p.m. Tickets are on sale at www.everettsilvertips.com/hhh. Saturday is Pink The Rink presented by presented by Safeway and Providence Regional Medical Center, Nov. 4 vs. the Portland Winterhawks at 7:05 p.m. at XFINITY Arena. Tickets are available at www.everettsilvertips.com/pinktherink.
Silvertips season ticket or mini-plan packages are available at www.everettsilvertips.com/season or by calling (425) 252-5100.
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