Victoria Royals, Rogers Sports and Media Announce New Broadcasting Agreement
Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Royals and Rogers Sports and Media have announced a new agreement that will have all Victoria Royals games heard on JACK 103.1, a division of Canada’s #1 sports media brand, for the 2024-25 season.
“This partnership is an exciting new chapter for our team” said Royals Vice-President of Hockey Operations, Joey Poljanowski. “Rogers shares our organizational commitment to our community and to connecting our fans with the team through quality content and extensive coverage. Sharing our story with the whole Island and across western Canada is an organizational pillar and this partnership enhances our mutual platform to do so.”
“We are thrilled to bring the Victoria Royals to JACK 103.1,” said Matt Huntingford, Sales Manager at Rogers Sports & Media Victoria. “Hockey is a cornerstone of our culture here in Victoria, and this partnership allows us to connect with our audience in a new and exciting way. We’re committed to delivering high-quality sports coverage that our listeners will love. We believe this partnership will not only enhance the fan experience but also strengthen our connection to the community,” added Huntingford. “We encourage all Royals fans to tune in and support the team as they aim for another successful season.”
Royals games can be heard all season on JACK 103.1, operated by Rogers. Fans tuning into the broadcast will hear the new voice of the Royals, Remy Zanotto.
Royals games will begin broadcasting on JACK 103.1 when the Royals take on the Portland Winterhawks on October 4th.
When the Royals take on the Kelowna Rockets and Kamloops Blazers September 27th and 28th, the action can be heard on the Royals Facebook page and WHL Live.
Single game tickets for all Royals games can be purchased:
Online at selectyourtickets.com
By calling Select Your Tickets at 250-220-7777
Or by visiting the Select Your Tickets box office at the Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre. The box office is open 10:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday and opens at 11:00am on Saturday home game days.
About Rogers Communications Inc.
Rogers is a leading Canadian technology and media company that provides communications services and entertainment to consumers and businesses. Rogers shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI). For more information, please visit:
www.rogers.com
About the Victoria Royals Hockey Club
The Royals are Victoria’s Hockey Club, playing in the WHL (a member of the CHL, the highest level of junior hockey in Canada) out of the Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre since 2011. The Club is owned and operated by GSL Group, and the franchise is known for its strong values and inclusive approach to game day experiences. The Royals are committed to growing the sport of hockey and are active in their community through The Victoria Royals Foundation. The Royals won the Scotty Munro Memorial Trophy as WHL Regular Season Champions in 2016, and each year the organization develops many skilled players who go on to professional hockey careers in the NHL and around the world. The Royals strive to provide the best sports entertainment experience on the Island. For more information, visit victoriaroyals.com.
