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Stanley Cup Champion Among Big Names Set to Attend Summerland Jets' Home Opener Celebration
The home opener marks junior hockey’s return to Summerland after a two-year hiatus and includes a tribute to Bald Range wildfire responders.
- On Friday, Sept. 18, the Summerland Jets open their inaugural season at Summerland Arena against the Osoyoos Coyotes, one of 22 teams in the newly-formed British Columbia Hockey Conference.
- Junior hockey returns to Summerland after a two-year hiatus, following the Summerland Steam's 2024 relocation to Williams Lake after 12 seasons in the community.
- A community tailgate begins at 5 p.m. to celebrate the season and serve as a tribute to Bald Range wildfire responders; fans will be asked to sign a "Thank You to Summerland Heroes" banner.
- Special guests including former Hockey Canada CEO Bob Nicholson and longtime NHL goaltender Andy Moog will attend; the ceremonial puck drop features Summerland Mayor Doug Holmes and Penticton Indian Band Chief Greg Gabriel.
- To support the club, Nesters Market provides free admission for children 12 and under, while Giants Head Brewing released a special "Jet Fuel" lager with proceeds returning to the community-owned organization.
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