Bloomington Bison honoring local veterans

Posted on November 8, 2024

*The puck drops at 7:00 p.m. Friday night at Grossinger Motors Arena. (WJBC file photo)*

BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington’s newest hockey team is hitting the ice on Friday, November 8, with jerseys to honor local veterans.

The new green jerseys are not the only way the team is highlighting servicemen and women for Military Appreciation Night. Andy Zilch, Director of Media Relations & Broadcasting, dropped by WMBD to talk about this themed night.

Zilch explained the national anthem will be performed by a former Air Force veteran, along with an ROTC Color Guard presentation. The ceremonial puck drop will also be done by a Combat Veteran.

Veterans can participate in the “Shoot the Puck” challenge for a chance to win a new car.

The military green jersey’s worn by the players will also be auctioned off after the game, with the proceeds going to Veterans Maintenance Solutions.

The puck drops at 7:00 p.m. at Grossinger Motors Arena.

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