For the second time around, The Winnipeg Jets are hosting a Filipino Heritage Night at their game against the Philadelphia Flyers Jan 13th.
In a press release, True North Sports + Entertainment says game celebrates Winnipeg’s vibrant Filipino community, which is Canada’s third-largest, by showcasing Filipino culture, cuisine and community collaborations.
Guest performers include Magdaragat Philippines, and the musical Ma-Buhay! who will also sing the national anthems.
Game presentation will again feature digital media elements created by students of Sisler High School’s CREATE program.
Jets gameday hosts will be joined by 92.7 FM’s Donna Natividad-Arenas of Good Morning Philipines and Tyler Magnaye.
Filipino food favourites will be sold at the concessions.
The ceremonial puck drop will feature Gil Buenaventura, Executive Director of Magdaragat Philippines and hockey athletes Winnipeggers Hanna Pagdato, Larissa Pagdato, and Jordy Wyant who recently represented the Philippines, winning Bronze at the Union women’s ice hockey tournament in the United Arab Emirates.
During intermission, individuals enrolled in the Apna/Jets Bauer First Shift program will participate in a friendly scrimmage.
There will also be a silent auction in support of various Filipino organizations which include the six limited edition team-issued autographed Winnipeg Jets Filipino Heritage jerseys – featuring the Jets Filipino Heritage logo designed by graphic designer Jonato Dalayoan and True North’s Creative Lead, Marc Gomez.
Filipino Heritage souvenir clothing and merchandise will be available at Jets Gear and online at TrueNorthShop.com.
Tickets for Filipino Heritage Night are available at WinnipegJets.com/TICKETS.
(SOURCE: Press Release, True North Sports + Entertainment, January 3, 2024)
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