Panthers celebrate Hockey Fights Cancer™ 25th anniversary with Baptist Health Cancer Care to raise funds and awareness for cancer research
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Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023
SUNRISE, Fla. – The Florida Panthers announced today that in partnership with Baptist Health Cancer Care, the club will host its annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night on Monday, Nov. 20 when the Panthers host the Edmonton Oilers at 7 PM. Hockey Fights Cancer™, a joint initiative of the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association is celebrating its 25th year.
“We are honored to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hockey Fights Cancer on Nov. 20 with Baptist Health Cancer Care to raise funds and awareness for cancer research,” said Panthers Chief Revenue Officer Shawn Thornton. “Throughout the night, we aim to honor, support and share stories of those who have been touched by cancer along with the doctors and medical professionals for their research and commitment for finding a cure.”
The Panthers will have special Hockey Fights Cancer jerseys that will be available for auction beginning Nov. 20 through the Florida Panthers Foundation at flapanthers.givesmart.com. Fans can also purchase from the exclusive Hockey Fights Cancer merchandise collection in Pantherland and on FLATeamShop.com.
The Panthers will facilitate a bone marrow donor and Gift of Life recipient first-time meeting during the game and fans can participate in the Gift of Life Donor Recruitment Drive inside main doors at Section 112. Fans ages 18 to 35 who would like to join the Gift of Life, but are unable to attend the game on Nov. 20, may order a swab kit online here: giftoflife.org/register.
The Florida Panthers Foundation will present Baptist Health Cancer Care with a $50,000 donation to support cancer research and awareness and fans are invited to support with their own monetary donations at FlaPanthers.givesmart.com.
“In our second year as the entitlement partner of Hockey Fight Cancer, we are grateful and excited to get the support through the NHL and Florida Panthers hockey for an important cause. It’s going to be a great night, with many cause-related activations, supporting our organization”, said Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD, MBA, FASCO, Chief of Medical oncology, Deputy Director and Chief Scientific Officer of Miami Cancer Institute and Baptist Health Cancer Care, part of Baptist Health South Florida.
The Panthers will honor US Navy veteran and breast cancer survivor Davida Nelum as their ‘Heroes Among Us’ honoree that night. Davida served from 1986 to 1995 which included deployments on the USS McKee (AS-41) in support of Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. She is the recipient of the National Defense Service Medal and Naval Commendation Medal.
All fans in attendance during the Hockey Fights Cancer game will receive purple glow thunder sticks courtesy of Baptist Health Cancer Care. Fans are also invited to fill out ‘I Fight For’ cards inside main doors at Amerant Bank Arena to share their stories and show support for those who are battling.
All fans can stop by the Baptist Health Cancer Care area pre-game on the Publix Plaza where games and activities will be available as well as giveaways for fans. Baptist Health Cancer Care will be hosting physicians, cancer patients and 100 employees across the Baptist Health organization at the game.
Fans can still sign up for the Florida Panthers Foundation’s fourth-annual ‘Stache Dash 5K’ at Amerant Bank Arena on Saturday, Nov. 18. Anyone can register to run in the 5K and support men’s cancer research and awareness by visiting FloridaPanthers.com/FoundationEvents.
Tickets for Hockey Fights Cancer are still available by visiting FloridaPanthers.com/ThemeNights.
About Baptist Health Cancer Care
Baptist Health Cancer Care is the largest cancer program in South Florida, providing local, out-of-state and international patients with the most advanced cancer care. With locations from the Florida Keys to the Palm Beaches, the program provides cancer patients access to a full array of innovative clinical trials, physicians dedicated to bringing discovery to the bedside, access to personalized cancer treatments and comprehensive patient support services — all delivered with unparalleled compassion. Baptist Health Cancer Care includes its state-of-the-art premier institutes, Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute and Lynn Cancer Institute, with renowned subspecialized surgical oncologists, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists, and highly advanced technologies available to treat every common and rare cancer.
Baptist Health Cancer Care is part of Baptist Health, based in South Florida, providing care through a network of 12 hospitals as well as more than 150 outpatient facilities and physician practices, welcoming more than 1.5 million patients from around the world each year. Baptist Health Cancer Care is also Florida’s only member of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance, an alliance based on common standards of care and many shared clinical trials.
To learn more about Baptist Health Cancer Care, visit Baptisthealth.net/cancercare
2023-24 Florida Panthers single game tickets are on sale now! Single game tickets can be purchased at SeatGeek.com or at Amerant Bank Arena Box Office (Monday-Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM). Florida Panthers Territory Members will receive special benefits and experiences all season long as the Cats celebrate their 30th anniversary season. Visit FloridaPanthers.com/TerritoryMemberships to learn more or fill out this interest form.
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