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2011-12 NEWS RELEASES
UOIT Athletics Media Release
Thursday, November 17, 2011
UOIT Ridgebacks in the Community
OSHAWA, Ont. – With 13 varsity teams on campus, UOIT student-athletes strive to be the best in athletics and academics. The varsity athletic program has also made a strong commitment to the local community through involvement. The UOIT Athletic Department encourages community initiatives, providing a great experience for the athletes by lending a helping hand to the neighbourhood in which they live.
Below is some recent and upcoming community events in which varsity student-athletes at UOIT are taking part in:
Fundraising Events
Teams are constantly participating in fundraising events in order to raise donations for local charities. UOIT student-athletes are participating in the Movember challenge, growing mustaches to raise money for prostate cancer research. The Ridgebacks are also collecting donations for the campus food drive, helping those in need during the holiday season. The annual chuck-a-puck game is set for Friday, December 2 at the Campus Ice Centre, as the men’s hockey team takes on the Toronto Varsity Blues at 7:30 p.m.
Community Events
The Ridgebacks are also attending a number of community events this season. Members of the men’s and women’s hockey teams are volunteering at the Rotary Skate-a-Thon at the GM Centre, signing autographs for all of the participants. The men’s hockey team is also hosting a night with the Ridgebacks at Sunday’s Oshawa Generals Game, where they will be attending the event with members of Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
Elementary School Visits
Varsity student-athletes are traveling around to local elementary schools to talk to students about the importance of education and healthy living, while assisting teachers running physical education classes.
Athletes describe their experience of playing sports while focusing on education. Topics such as homework, studying, respecting teachers, the importance of physical activity and living a healthy lifestyle are being brought to the student’s attention. The Ridgebacks also get a chance to impress the children with some of their athletic skills, while Hunter the Ridgeback entertains the classes.
Special Community Days
The UOIT Ridgebacks host a number of community days at their regular season home games. Anyone who has attended a home game this year has more than likely seen a minor sports team or choir perform before or during a game. Children get to play and perform on the big stage and even get to meet some of the players.
Minor Practices
The UOIT Ridgebacks are helping lead practices throughout the Durham Region. Whether it is club teams or school teams, the Ridgebacks have been lending a hand, giving tips to coaches and the players.
If you are interested in participating in any of these community initiatives, please contact the Athletic Department at (905) 721-2000 ext. 2784.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Scott Dennis
Sports Information and Marketing Coordinator
Durham College and UOIT Athletics
905.721.2000 Ext. 2784 (P)
905.259.2825 (C)
905.721.3117 (F)
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