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Charity hockey game raises over $4K

Cash raised through donations, draws and prize table
Maija Hoggett
Maija Hoggett
2018-02-08 Flyers Cheque SUB
The Timmins Flyers Midget A hockey team presents a cheque for more than $4,000 to the father of two-year-old Lydia Allard. The team raised the money last week at a hockey game against Timmins-area police and firefighters. Supplied photo

Facing off against local police and firefighters was a success for the Timmins Flyers.

The Midget A hockey team raised more than $4,000 for Lydia Allard, who was born with a rare neuromuscular disorder, at the game.

To raise the money, fans made a donation at the door. There was also a 50/50 draw, prize table, silent auction with NHL jerseys, and a door prize.

The charity hockey game has become a tradition for the team.

Prior to the game, Flyers head coach and owner Kim Barney told TimminsToday that the game lets players “find out that hockey isn’t just about playing the game, it’s about being involved in the community and helping people out.”