Kick Off Party

Last night was the official Kick off party for the Longest Game 4 CF. Players, volunteers, sponsors and supporters all had an opportunity to get together for good food and drinks at the Electric Owl. I even had a chance to connect with Michelle, who I played hockey with (and against) but I haven't seen her since I stopped playing in the hockey league 7 years ago. I also had a chance to share some Blog stories with Beth Snow, another LG4CF player.

The speakers were excellent. There was emotion behind the shared experiences and a realization of the significance of this event. A special thank you to our key sponsors:

 
65 Roses Club  


It was a Kick Off Pep talk and I am very motivated to do my part in making this event a success.

The reason we are all involved in this event is due to a vision of Val Skelly. She envisioned this epic event over a year ago and has been a key driving force to see it through. The rest of the committee has been incredible organizing this event and ensuring all the details are managed by the time we take to the ice on August 26th.

Last night Val unveiled the new jerseys which I can't wait to wear (but in Red):

Val wearing the White team's jersey.

Val Skelly (center) with Rebecca Malott (CF Researcher) and Martina Meckova (Director, CFC Vancouver/Lower Mainland branch

This morning I had a good Power skating / Hockey skills session and now I am off to run some errands to get all the 10 day essentials.

The puck drops in 4 days, 20 hours.......and counting!