Cape Breton bidding to host the 2012 Memorial Cup
Sydney, NS – The Cape Breton Screaming Eagles are officially launching their bid for the 2012 Memorial Cup in front of their fans at this Friday’s season home opener. The bid process for this prestigious Canadian Hockey League championship tournament is very detailed and strong, enthusiastic community support is a major factor in determining the successful host city. The Screaming Eagles encourage all of their fans and hockey fans in general to come out to the game and show their support of the 2012 Memorial Cup bid.
“The launch is really about showing the community what the Memorial Cup bid entails, how they can help and to keep them informed every step of the way,” said Paul MacDonald, Cape Breton Screaming Eagles President. “We would not be in a position to even bid for this event if not for the great support we have received for the past 13 seasons. This is a way to bring the best major junior hockey our country has to offer to our Cape Breton hockey fans. This is an Island-wide initiative.”
“We are really putting an effort forward to show the bid selection committee that Cape Breton is the best choice for 2012. With help from local sponsors and community partners and most importantly, the local fans, we are confident we will put together a top-notch bid package,” said Stuart MacLeod, chair of the board, Cape Breton Screaming Eagles. “Through collaboration on projects like this we are bringing positive attention to the Island and that is great news for all involved.”
The Memorial Cup has been awarded since 1919, making it one of Canada’s oldest sports trophies. The Memorial Cup was dedicated to the memory of those soldiers who fought and died for Canada in World War I. It was rededicated last year in Brandon, MB to honour all Canadian soldiers who died in any conflict.
Since 1983, the Memorial Cup has included the host team, plus the champions from the three CHL leagues – the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, the Ontario Hockey League and the Western Hockey League. The Memorial Cup tournament is rotated each year between leagues, with the Quebec Major Hockey League hosting again in 2012.
Fans are asked to show their support by attending the game. Everyone in attendance will receive information on the Memorial Cup 2012 bid as well as a sign they can wave at the game and take home to show their support.
The home opener will see the Eagles face-off against the PEI Rocket. Game time is set for 7:00 p.m. and tickets are available at the Centre 200 Box Office or on-line at tickets.capebreton.ca. Eastlink will broadcast the game live.
Please come out to support the Eagles as they start the 2010-2011 season and launch their bid to host the 2012 Memorial Cup.
