OHL Sarnia Sting

Sting Introduce 2014-15 Community Tour

September 5, 2014 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Sarnia Sting News Release


As part of the Organization's initiative to become more active in the local community, the Sarnia Sting are excited to introduce the 2014-15 Community Tour - brought to you by Scotiabank and Badder Bus.

The Community Tour will make its first stop on Friday, September 19th at the Watford Community Arena before the Sarnia Sting's 2014-15 campaign officially gets underway. In total, the Community Tour will visit six arenas across the region over the course of the season. The remaining stops will be announced once dates and locations are solidified.

Sarnia Sting President, Bill Abercrombie comments on the Tour. "Thanks to the tremendous support we have received from our partners, Scotiabank and Badder Bus, we are proud to announce that the Sarnia Sting will be visiting six surrounding communities on our 2014-15 Community Tour. As an organization, we have determined that it is integral for our players and coaches to be more accessible to the general public and serve as role models to the young people in our community. One of our mandates for this upcoming season is to become more active within the region, and we feel that the Community Tour is a huge step in the right direction."

"Scotiabank is proud to team up with the Sarnia Sting and Badder Bus on the Community Tour," said Dave Wilson, Scotiabank Vice President of the South West Ontario District. "As dedicated hockey fans, we understand how much hockey means to Canadians, particularly at the community level. We're looking forward to families being able to enjoy this great celebration of the sport in communities across our region."

Badder Bus owner/treasurer, Doug Badder is excited about the partnership moving forward. "As an original partner of the Sarnia Sting, Badder Bus is proud to be a part of this great community initiative."

Watford Community Arena - Friday, September 19th

11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Sarnia Sting Practice (Open to general public)

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Open skate with the Sting

A kiosk will be on-site where fans can purchase Sarnia Sting Merchandise and Tickets for upcoming games.

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