Third Annual Fighting Cancer Hockey-Thon To Be Held February 16th - 17th
January 24, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Bakersfield Condors News Release
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The Bakersfield Condors are proud to present the Third Annual Fighting Cancer Hockey-Thon to take place on Friday, Feb. 16th and Saturday, Feb. 17th. In its first two years, the Hockey-Thon raised nearly $44,000 for "Links for Life," a breast cancer resource center serving Kern County.
Organized by former Fog and Condors defenseman Kevin Barrett, the event will include hockey players of all ages and experience levels completing a combined 27 hours of hockey. Entry requires players to raise a minimum of $200 in pledges and in return they receive a commemorative jersey and two tickets to the Condors game on February 17th. Prior to the Condors game on Saturday, there will be a Celebrity game beginning at 5 p.m., featuring former Condors Paul Rosebush, Glen Mears, Paul Willett, Scott Hay, Quinn Fair, Al Murphy, Brian McCarthy and others!
"The Hockey-Thon has the potential to be a huge fundraiser for a great cause," said Condors Owner Jonathan Fleisig. "With my mother battling leukemia, I can relate to what a devastating effect cancer has on a family. If you can skate, please play. If you don't skate, please find someone that does and give them a pledge."
Fleisig will put his money where his mouth is, donating $50 for each participating player that signs up, and a 10% match on all proceeds raised.
"I am very proud of the hockey community getting involved each year in such a worthy cause," said Hockey-Thon founder Kevin Barrett. "Now with Jonathan's participation, this year is shaping up to be the best yet. Helping people in their fight with breast cancer is very important to me, and I look forward to seeing everyone at the rink, especially at the Celebrity Game, where fans can cheer on all their old favorites!"
Participants also have the chance to bid on four spots to play in the Celebrity game. Bidding takes place on eBay and is available now through Feb. 5th. If you are interested in bidding on one of the four spots click here. Winners will meet former Condors players on the ice and play on the first line in the fight against breast cancer!
Those interested in making a direct donation to "Links for Life," may do so by using Pay Pal direct donation. Click here to donate.
For more information and to sign-up for the Hockey-Thon please visit www.hockey-thon.com, www.bakersfieldcondors.com, or call 324-PUCK (7825).
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