Worcester Sharks "Be a Leader" makes two stops this week

March 24, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Worcester Sharks News Release


WORCESTER-Worcester Sharks President and CEO Michael T. Lehr has announced that the "Be a Leader" program will visit the West Street School in Southbridge, MA on Wednesday, March 25, from 2:00 - 3:00p.m and the Pakachoag School in Auburn, MA on Thursday, March 26, from 1:30 - 2:30p.m.

Created at the start of the 2007-08 season by the Worcester Sharks and the Law Firm of Abigail Williams and Associates, the "Be a Leader" program is designed to provide students in grades 4-6 with leadership tips to enrich their lives as well as others around them. Sharks players, in addition to Finz, the Sharks' mascot, will be present at the school assemblies along with the principle of the Law Firm of Abigail Williams and Associates, Abby Williams.

"The Sharks players really enjoying working with the students," said Director of Community Relations Michael Myers. "It's not every day that a professional athlete and a mascot visit a child's school. It's a fun way to help guide students to make the right decision in every day life."

This exceptional "Be a Leader" program gathers students in a large assembly format where Sharks players, Sharks staff, and community leaders speak to students about leadership qualities and ways to better one's life.

Each participant in the program receives one ticket to an upcoming 2008-09 regular season Sharks home game and a "Be a Leader" booklet compliments of the Law Firm of Abigail Williams and Associates.

"My entire staff has really enjoyed being part of this great program," said Abby Williams, principal of the Law Firm of Abigail Williams and Associates. "I am excited about the opportunity to share my experiences with children and look forward for the "Be a Leader" program to continue its efforts throughout central Massachusetts."

For more information regarding the Worcester Sharks "Be a Leader" program, please visit www.SharksAHL.com.

On Friday, March 27th, the Sharks host the Springfield Falcons at 7:05p.m. at the DCU Center. All student tickets are just $9 and the game will also be shown live on Charter TV-3 and the NHL Network. The first 3,000 fans will receive a Tom Cavanagh autographed collector's card compliments of WTAG! The Sharks will honor the Shrewsbury High School boy's varsity hockey team and the St. John's boy's varsity basketball team for winning their respective state championship games. Find out how you can participate in an "officials seminar" before the game as former NHL referee Paul Stewart, NFL referee Jim Mello, NCAA basketball referee Bill Laubenstein, and ECAC hockey supervisor Bill Stewart will hold a discussion. Contact Marina Riva at 508.929.0500 for more information.

On Saturday, March 28th , the Shark host the Lowell Devils at 7:05p.m. on "Be a Leader" Night presented by the Law Firm of Abigail Williams & Associates. The Sharks will be wear special "Be a Leader" jerseys which will be auctioned off after the game with proceeds to Sharks Charities. Fans are encouraged to bring a new teddy bear to throw on the ice after the Sharks score their first goal to benefit Project Smile. Members of the Worcester Tornadoes and the Boston Breakers will be on hand to sign autographs during the first intermission. Three lucky fans will have the opportunity to win $38,000 compliments of Piccadilly Pub restaurants. Help Finz celebrate his birthday with other mascots on this action packed evening! Pick up your Family Fun Pack with a ticket, hot dog, and soda for just $15.25 each when buying a minimum of four tickets!



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