“Sound the Horn”
Blackhawks season ticket member Linda Klean, who is celebrating 17-months cancer free after her battle with breast cancer, will join mascot Tommy Hawk for the pregame tradition that sounds the goal horn to get fans and players ready for puck drop.
Starting Lineup Buddies
In partnership with local partners Camp One Step, Make A Wish Illinois and Triumph Together, the team will rally behind six kids and teens who are currently battling or have recently won their battle against cancer as they join the starting lineup during the national anthem. Participants include Michael Krams (10), William O’Hare (6), Avery Quarles (6), Oscar Quiroz (16), Rose Roeder (13) and Antonio Zepeda (15). Additionally, Cole Magnus (6) will serve as Kid Captain during warmups.
Ceremonial Puck Drop
In partnership with Bear Necessities, Isaac Vasquez, an eight-year-old who is in remission after a two-year battle with Leukemia, will drop the ceremonial puck prior to the game.
Bell Ringing Celebration
Stephen Foltin (13) will ring the Blackhawks signature bell, a tradition that celebrates the major milestone of treatment completion. A recent adopter of sled hockey as a result of his cancer battle, Stephen was surprised with news of this honor by the Chicago Blackhawks players at practice on Thursday, January 23.
A Special Performance with DJ White Shadow
Chicago-based DJ White Shadow, a Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter, has volunteered to support the cause with an intermission performance that offers moments of joy and fun amid a challenging fight together. The Blackhawks connected with DJ White Shadow through his work for Will Ferrell’s Ultimate DJ House Party event, benefitting Cancer for College – and in partnership with the organization, the Blackhawks Foundation is providing two 4-year college scholarships to Cameron Harris and Mya Lang-Martinez, cancer survivors pursuing their dreams of higher education.
This post was originally published on this site be sure to check out more of their content.
