Everblades Donate Blackout Jersey Auction Proceeds to the Passion Foundation

ESTERO, Fla. -- Over the weekend, the Florida Everblades sported specialty blackout jerseys in a 6-5 win over the Orlando Solar Bears on March 12. The jerseys were auctioned off on the DASH Auction App in a five-day auction from March 9-13, ultimately raising a grand total of $23,330. All net proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Passion Foundation. 

“Once again, the partnership with the Everblades has been a huge success and it goes to show how much the fans care about this team and the SW Florida community,” said Jonathan Parla, co-founder of The Passion Foundation. “I know Tara is smiling down and celebrating this big win!"

The Passion’s Foundation’s mission is to provide shade structures over playgrounds to help protect children from the sun’s harmful rays as well as help educate everyone on the effects of the sun and our skin.

“We are grateful to have been able to raise these funds to donate to our great partner, the Passion Foundation, through our Blackout jersey auction this past weekend,” said Chris Palin, Everblades Executive Vice President of Business Development. “The Passion Foundation does so much for the Southwest Florida community by educating us all about the harmful effects of the sun. We are so thankful for our dedicated fans and DASH auction to be able to raise an incredible amount of funds for the Passion Foundation and their mission.”

The next specialty jersey auction for the 2021-22 season will take place April 16 as the Blades host the Atlanta Gladiators for Pink in the Rink with net proceeds benefiting the 4 Words Foundation. Auction details will be announced in the coming weeks. Get tickets to the game HERE. 

The Everblades will welcome the Orlando Solar Bears into Hertz Arena this Friday, March 18th for the front half of a two-game series. During each Friday home game of the 2021-22 season, fans can enjoy the action with a 239 ticket package, which pays tribute to Southwest Florida's area code and provides a great deal! You get two tickets, two autographed programs, and two cinnamon sugar pretzels for just $39! The action begins at 7:30pm and tickets can be purchased HERE. 

Friday night will also be Blades Bobblehead Giveaway Night. Be one of the first 1,000 fans in attendance to receive a John McCarron and Waste Pro Man dual bobblehead, presented by Waste Pro. The world famous Budweiser Clydesdales will also be in attendance! 

Also, as a thank you to our first responder heroes, frontline workers are eligible to receive a buy one, get one ticket offer for all remaining Friday home games while supplies last. Get your tickets HERE.

On both Friday and Saturday night, join us and score for a great cause! St. Matthew’s House will be accepting donations of non-perishable food and household items outside of Hertz Arena.

On Saturday night, the Solar Bears are still in town with a 7:00 pm puck drop! Every Saturday home matchup this season will kick off with a free pregame tailgate party! Come out to Hertz Arena early and tailgate from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This Saturday’s tailgate party will feature live music by Rob Ziruolo. First 1,000 fans receive a special light up necklace giveaway on Fifth Third Bank Night! 

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2022 Kelly Cup Playoff Packages are now on sale. Join the Blades in their pursuit for a second Kelly Cup title! To learn more, call or text (239) 948-7825. 

Become a member of the Florida Everblades family by securing a great seat location and big savings with a Blades 365 Membership!

Purchase a new Voucher 12 package that allows you to use 12 tickets in any quantity during the 2021-22 season to earn the exclusive benefits of being a Blades 365 Member! To view the Blades 365 Membership savings, benefits and options click HERE.

Everblades put the FUN in FUNdraising! There is no handling of money or tickets and no limit to the amount of money your group can make with the Everblades easy-to-run online Fundraiser! For more information, or to reserve a Fundraiser Night at an Everblades regular season home game, call or text (239) 948-7825.

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Watch every Florida Everblades game on FloHockey.TV. Listen to the exciting game action on ESPN Southwest Florida on 770 AM, 98.1 FM, 104.3 FM and online at https://espnswfl.com. 

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The Florida Everblades are the proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Nashville Predators and the AHL's Milwaukee Admirals.

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