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Monsters embark on homestand welcoming fans and four-legged friends alike

Monsters embark on homestand welcoming fans and four-legged friends alike

Mar 1, 2024

The Cleveland Monsters continue their four-game homestand full of exciting promotions when the Chicago Wolves visit for Women’s History Celebration presented by Athleta on Friday, March 1, and Pucks & Paws on Saturday, March 2. The Monsters will conclude the homestand when the Grand Rapids Griffins visit on Monday, March 4, for a 7:00 p.m. puck drop.

 

Friday, March 1, vs. Chicago Wolves at 7:00 p.m. – Women’s History Celebration presented by Athleta

The Monsters Women’s History Celebration will begin when 2024 US Olympic Boxer and Cleveland native Morelle McCane takes part in the ceremonial puck drop. McCane is the first women’s boxer from Cleveland to qualify for the Olympic Games and has several titles over her career including 2020 and 2021 USA Boxing Elite National Champion as well as placing first in the 2022 USA Boxing International Invitational.

 

Female athletes will be the focus of both intermission showcases beginning with the Mid-Am Girls and Cleveland Barons Women’s Hockey Team followed by a special performance from twin sister Special Olympic athletes and figure skaters Sharita and Shaye Taylor. The Monsters will also showcase the Professional Women’s Hockey League throughout the night including exclusive interviews with New York defender Ella Shelton. Additionally, the women that make up the Monsters front office will be recognized throughout the game and on the team’s social channels.

 

Proceeds from the night’s Cargill Community Corner raffles will benefit the Special Olympics for two athletes and two coaches to participate in an ice-skating camp and competition in conjunction with the Icelandic Skating Association in Reyjavick. Fans will also have the chance to support the Burning River and Cleveland Guardians Roller Derby teams as the beneficiary of the night’s 50/50 Raffle.

 

As a proud partner of the Cleveland Monsters during Women’s History Month, Athleta is excited to continue the mission of igniting the limitless potential of all women and girls by partnering with local community organizations in Cleveland. In conjunction with Athleta’s Power of She campaign, the Monsters will share stories of women making a difference in the sports world during Friday’s game.

 

Friday’s game is another 1-2-3 Friday featuring $1 Pepsi products, $2 hot dogs and $3 Labatt Blue, and additional select beer specials along with Hockey for Heroes presented by Master…

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