Metro Riveters, Former New Jersey Devils and NJ Devil Mascot Highlight Hockey-Themed Night
Sky Blue FC of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) announced today the details for Pucks at the Pitch, which will be a hockey-themed night at Yurcak Field when the team hosts Portland Thorns FC on Saturday, July 21. Kickoff for the match will take place at 7 p.m., and this special evening is being presented by Peter Grandich and Company.
In attendance on July 21 will be the 2017-18 National Women’s Hockey League champion Metro Riveters, who will also have the Isobel Cup with them. Additionally, a trio of Stanley Cup champions with the New Jersey Devils will be appearing, as Bruce Driver, Ken Daneyko and Grant Marshall are all confirmed to be at the stadium. Another special guest for the fans in attendance will be the NJ Devil mascot.
“This is going to be a really fun evening with the Metro Riveters and New Jersey Devils,” said Tony Novo, Sky Blue FC President & General Manager. “We encourage everyone to come out and celebrate these great athletes who helped bring home championships to the State of New Jersey. As a club, we also want to thank Peter Grandich and Company for playing a key role in making this special night happen.”
Once gates open at 6 p.m. on July 21, the Riveters and Devils players will be signing autographs and taking photos with fans on the concourse at Yurcak Field. Prior to kickoff, Sky Blue FC will have Bruce Driver, Ken Daneyko and Grant Marshall on the field as honorary captains, and the Riveters will then be celebrated for their NWHL Championship during halftime with a special ceremony.
Tickets for Pucks at the Pitch are available now online or by calling 888-SBFC-TIX (888-723-2849). Discounted group rates are also available for groups of 20 or more attendants.
Peter Grandich and Company provides personal, business, retirement and estate planning services to entertainers, professional athletes and individuals. Driven by a variety of philanthropic initiatives, the company also hosts regular athlete appearances and community events. For more information on Peter Grandich and Company or to schedule a consultation, visit its official website.
On the field, Sky Blue FC heads into a three-game road trip this weekend, first taking on the Orlando Pride on Saturday, June 16. The team will return home to Yurcak Field on July 7 to host the Chicago Red Stars. Tickets for that match are available now online or by calling 888-SBFC-TIX (888-723-2849).
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