The Owen Sound Attack, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 6, is pleased to announce that the hosting of Military Appreciation Night on Saturday, Nov. 11 when the Attack play host to the visiting Sudbury Wolves.

On Remembrance Day, the Attack will honour members of the military - past and present - by donning special camouflage jerseys that will be auctioned off online following the contest in support of the Owen Sound Legion.

The game will feature a full Remembrance Day Ceremony as well as other special elements meant to pay homage to those who sacrifice to protect our freedoms.

As part of the Military Appreciation Night, the Owen Sound Attack are asking Season Ticket Holders to 'Stand For Our Troops', an initiative that is outlined in the letter from Attack Coordinator of Sales and Corporate Partnerships, Greg Hoddinott, below.

"Dear Seasons Ticket Holders,
Throughout history, members of the Canadian Armed Forces have been at the forefront of wars, international conflicts and peacekeeping missions around the world. They have stood on the front lines protecting our freedoms and liberties. Attack fans there is now an opportunity for you to symbolically Stand for your Troops.

As part of our Military Appreciation game on Saturday, November 11th against Sudbury, we would like to have as many military members, both past and present in the attendance. However, we need your help to do so. We are asking anyone who has tickets to the game to turn in their seats in for a standing room ticket for the game and we will in turn provide a of the Canadian Armed Forces veteran with your seats.

To do this simply bring your tickets to the box office between Thursday, October 26th and Wednesday, November 8th and we will issue you a standing room ticket to the November 11th game in exchange for each of your tickets.

Thank you in advance to everyone who participates in this program and we look forward to honouring our veterans throughout the night.

Sincerely,

Greg Hoddinott

Coordinator of Sales & Corporate Partnerships"

More information on the team's Military Appreciation Night, as well as how to place bids on the game worn jerseys, will be made available as Remembrance Day draws closer.

source: media release, Owen Sound Attack