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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSD-018-07 Cl~il]gron REPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Meeting: GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE October 22,2007 Resolution #6PIJ-tJ0507 Date: Report #: CSD-018-07 File#: By-law #: Subject: TOTAL HOCKEY I UOIT HOCKEY DAY IN CLARINGTON Recommendations: It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee recommend to Council the following: 1. THAT Report CSD-018-07 be received for information. Submitted by: J P. Caruana Ir ctor of Community Services ~ / // Reviewed by: . - A' 5i) - ranklin Wu -# Chief Administrative Officer JPC/SM/SCI CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON 40 TEMPERANCE STREET, BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L 1C 3A6 T (905)623-3379 F (905)623-5506 REPORT NO.: CSD-018-07 PAGE 2 1.0 BACKGROUND 1.1 The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) was proclaimed a university in 2002 and classes started in the fall of 2003. This year, the University is introducing a men's and women's varsity hockey program participating under the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) banner. 1.2 In August, Marlin Muylaert, Head Coach, UOIT Ridgeback Hockey and Ken Babcock, Athletic Director, UOIT approached the Municipality to discuss the possibility of Clarington hosting the first game of the UOIT Ridgebacks Men's Hockey Team. University staff felt that Clarington had a reputation as a solid hockey community with excellent, established hockey programs and was also the home of Total Hockey, a significant regional attraction. They felt it would be a terrific opportunity to introduce the community to an exciting brand of Canadian university hockey and develop a partnership with Total Hockey, while helping to promote UOIT as the University of Durham Region. 1.3 After consultation with local hockey organizations, the decision was made to move forward with discussions on hosting the first game of the UOIT Ridgebacks Men's Hockey Team. 2.0 COMMENTS 2.1 The date of the game was established as Sunday, September 23, versus the University of Ottawa Gee Gees. In return for hosting the game, UOIT agreed to: Host a Press Conference in the Peter Puck Theatre of Total Hockey, promoting the event and the partnership with the Municipality Head Coach Marlin Muylaert will host a hockey clinic at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex on a date to be determined - Promote the hockey package at UOIT/Durham College - Include Mayor Abernethy and Peter Puck in a ceremonial face off prior to the game 2.2 In partnership with UOIT, the Bowmanville Eagles and Total Hockey, a "Hockey Day in Clarington" promotional package was developed. For $12.00 admission fee, spectators could experience a total hockey experience including all day access to Total Hockey, admission to the UOIT/Ottawa Gee Gees game at 2:00 pm and admission to the Bowmanville Eagles ILindsay Muskies game at 6:30 pm. This package was promoted through the local hockey associations and through UOITlDurham College. REPORT NO.: CSD-018-07 PAGE 3 2.3 On September 17th, UOIT hosted a press conference in the Peter Puck Theatre where they introduced their new women's and men's varsity hockey teams. The press conference was hosted by Rob Snoek, from CKDO radio and was very well attended. Over 150 members of the media and public jammed the Peter Puck Theatre to meet the latest hockey heroes. After the conference, the players tested their hockey skills in the interactive area of Total Hockey. 2.4 On September 23rd, Mayor Abernethy and Dr. Ronald Bordessa, President and Vice Chancellor, UOIT were joined by Hunter the Ridgeback and Peter Puck as they dropped the puck on the inaugural hockey game of the UOIT Ridgebacks. Over 200 fans enjoyed a very exciting hockey game as the Ridgebacks went on to defeat the Ottawa Gee Gees in a shoot out. 3.0 Comments 3.1 The partnership with UOIT was a good opportunity to promote the Municipality and Total Hockey to a new college and university community. Ken Babcock, Athletic Director, UOIT is interested in pursuing other partnerships in the future. The Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex may become home to an annual pre- season game for the Ridgebacks. In addition, we have the opportunity to access Coach Muylaert to conduct clinics for our local coaches or players.