ECHL Idaho Steelheads

Steelheads fans raise $14,340 for MDA

Published on December 14, 2006 under ECHL (ECHL)
Idaho Steelheads News Release


BOISE, Idaho - The Idaho Steelheads Community Foundation kicked off the fifth annual Pepsi Jersey Auction benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) last week raising $14,340 for the non-profit organization.

The team wore one-of-a-kind Tenth Anniversary jerseys during the three-game series against the Phoenix Roadrunners. Fans had the opportunity to bid on their favorite players' jerseys, which started at $150. Both Scott Burt's and Marty Flichel's jerseys were bought outright for $1,500, and seven jerseys sold for $500 or more including Lance Galbraith's, Jeremy Yablonski's, Darrell Hay's, Kyle Peto's, Travis Wight's, D'Arcy McConvey's, and Colin Peter's.

The winning bidders were awarded their game-worn jerseys immediately following Saturday's game and were also given the opportunity to pose for a photo with the player.

"The Muscular Dystrophy Association is very grateful to Nagel Beverages (Pepsi), the Idaho Steelheads and everybody who participated in the event for their continued support and generosity throughout the year, said Jennifer Damiano, MDA's District Director. "It is because of these great sponsorships that we are able to provide clinics, support groups, assistance with the purchase of wheel chairs, leg braces, communication devices, and our MDA Summer Camp in McCall.

In five years, the Steelheads/Pepsi Jersey Auction has raised $52,465.

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Idaho serves over 450 adults and children with neuromuscular diseases including ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). MDA works in this community to combat 43 neuromuscular diseases through basic and applied scientific investigation, local comprehensive programs of medical services and clinical care the Idaho Elks Center, a local children's summer camp in McCall, and widespread professional and public health education. As MDA does not receive any government or United Way funding, these critical services are financed through a variety of fundraising events attended by private and corporate donors. All funds raised in Idaho, stays in Idaho to serve families living with neuromuscular disease right here in your community.

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