News release
10 July 2015
On June 5, the Jackals took part in River Fest, an annual event held at the Grove Street Boat Launch in Elmira. The event featured live music, vendors, and various activities held on the water. Jackals staff and mascot Blade attended the festival. Blade spent time interacting with many of the fans in attendance and even took a boat ride during the boat launch!
On June 20, Blade rode in two parades and got to wave to all of his fans along the parade routes. First, he rode on a float in the Wellsboro Parade in PA. Later in the day, Blade rode on the Tioga Downs float at the Owego Strawberry Festival. Blade enjoyed getting the chance to meet fans in other towns!
On June 21, the Jackals staff took part in the Children's Fun Run sponsored by the Guthrie Corning Hospital. The Fun Run races were open to children ages 2 to 10. The event helps children experience the joys of running and good health. Jackals staff members were on hand to see kids off at the start of the race and to help cheer them on throughout the duration.
On June 26, Jackals staff members and Blade visited Guthrie Hospital in Sayre, PA to welcome the newest residents. Blade got a chance to meet tons of his fans and he enjoyed being able to brighten their day. Jackals staff members got the chance to chat with patients and hear their favorite hockey memories.