Wolves Host Knights Friday and Unveil Shoresy Jersey in Partnership with New Metric Media
Shot on location in Sudbury, Shoresy is the Letterkenny spinoff series. Season 1 & 2 is available to stream on Crave.
(Greater Sudbury, ON) The Sudbury Wolves are very excited to team up with the award-winning comedy entertainment studio, New Metric Media for a second year to unveil this season’s limited edition Shoresy Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs themed jersey ahead of this Friday’s game in support of the NEO Kids Foundation. Game time is set for 7:05pm.
All Jerseys will be available to purchase through an online auction HERE.
“We’re proud to join forces again with the Sudbury Wolves hockey team,” said Mark Montefiore, Founder and CEO of New Metric Media. “As anticipation builds for Friday’s game, this collaborative initiative stands as a testament to our shared commitment to community support, uniting in solidarity to champion the NEO Kids Foundation.”
“Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the Sudbury Wolves and New Metric Media, who have joined forces to support our NEO Kids,” said Anthony Keating, President and CDO of the Foundations and Volunteer Groups at Health Sciences North. “Events, such as this game, play a pivotal role in generating crucial funding for our young patients and help shine a spotlight on the essential services we offer to children and their families throughout Northeastern Ontario.”
This game is proudly sponsored by Vallen who will be on-hand with prizes for fans who visit their booth in the lower lobby. Friday also marks part two of the Foyer Inner-City Home Food Drive. Fans who donate non-perishable food items will be entered into a draw to win great prizes courtesy of Glencore and the Sudbury Wolves.
In Shoresy fashion, the Wolves and New Metric Media have also partnered with Puppers Golden Lager, the official beer of hit comedy series Letterkenny, which will be available for purchase throughout the arena with a portion of the proceeds going towards NEO Kids. The Wolves and New Metric Media have also teamed up to create a Wolves and Shoresy t-shirt which will be available during the game where a portion of the proceeds also go towards NEO Kids. Additional Shoresy merchandise will also be available for sale during the game.
Prior to the game, representatives from NEO Kids will be presented with a cheque of last year’s fundraising efforts from the partnered game of $22,000. Members of the Shoresy Cast will also join centre ice for a ceremonial puck-drop.
The Wolves return to the Den for the second time as the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs to take on the London Knights Friday marking London’s only visit to the nickel city this regular season. Tickets are on sale now and going fast at greatersudbury.ca/tickets and at the Sudbury Arena Box Office.
About New Metric Media
Based in Toronto, New Metric Media is an award-winning independent entertainment studio specializing in building comedy brands across TV production, live entertainment, distribution, merchandising and licensing. Recipient of the Banff World Media Festival’s 2018 Innovative Producer Award, the company’s slate of programming includes the hit Hulu/Crave original comedy Letterkenny, the Hulu/Crave Letterkenny spinoff series Shoresy, the Roku/CTV half-hour comedy series Children Ruin Everything, as well as the new half-hour Crave comedy series Bria Mack Gets A Life.
New Metric Media is recognized as a leader in brand marketing for its success with Letterkenny off-screen extensions, including beer, collectible merchandise and Letterkenny LIVE!, a sold-out North American theatre tour with the stars of the series.
About NEO Kids Foundation
NEO Kids Foundation raises funds to support the health of children and youth in Northeast Ontario. Funds raised are used to help advance healthcare through the purchase of medical equipment, investments in capital, and other programs advancing patient care for children, youth, and their families. The goal of NEO Kids is to ensure as many children as possible can stay in Northeastern Ontario to get the care they need. We want our children cared for closer to home.
About Sudbury Wolves
The Sudbury Wolves joined the Ontario Hockey League in 1972 and are currently celebrating their 50th anniversary season. The Wolves boast one of the most productive teams in terms of producing NHL players, captains, and leaders at professional levels of hockey and are one of the most iconic members of the Ontario Hockey League. The Sudbury Wolves are members of the SW Sports and Entertainment (SWSE) family which also includes the Sudbury Five Basketball team and Sudbury Spartans Football Club.