Special Greyhounds game gives kids a chance to work behind the scenes

The Soo Greyhounds have an exciting opportunity for the young hockey fan in your family.

The team’s NextGen Game is coming up on Sunday, March 3 when the Hounds host the Sarnia Sting.

Kids between the ages of 8 and 16 can apply to get a unique behind-the-scenes opportunity to work beside Greyhounds staff in both hockey and business operations.

“From jr. coach and equipment manager to radio broadcaster, PA announcer, game day staff and more - our littlest fans will mentor with a member of our staff and be a part of all the action this day,” the Greyhounds explained in a news release.

Children can only apply for one of the below positions:

Jr. Coach (One spot available)

• Go on the bench during warm-ups
• Join the coaches for the pre-game player meeting
• Talk with the players in the dressing room prior to the game and announce starting line-up
• Go on the bench during pre-game for the anthem and ceremonies

Jr. Equipment Manager (One spot available)

• Help get the room ready for the game
• Assist Equipment Manager with any duties as required
• Assist at Greyhounds warm-up
• Stand on bench for pre-game ceremonies

Jr. Radio Broadcaster (One spot available)

• Join radio broadcasters for duration of the game on-air
• Take part in a pre-game or intermission interview
• Learn about radio broadcasting and sports broadcasting

Jr. PA Announcer (One spot available)

• Welcome the Soo Greyhounds onto the ice
• Make any announcements in-game as necessary, including Greyhounds goal calls
• Announce the Three Stars of the Game
• Assist PA announcer as directed

Jr. DJ (One spot available)

• Help choose music during the game
• Get a tour of the Control Room and game operations facilities

Jr. Game Day Manager (One spot available)

• Assist with Game Day presentation and activities throughout the afternoon
• Help set-up events for the day
• Be provided tour of all three levels of GFL Memorial Gardens
• Helmet required

Jr. In-Game Host (One spot available)

• Assist with fun in-game activations for fans
• Read any promotions as required
• Help with intermission activities
• Helmet required

The deadline to submit an application is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22. More information on how to apply can be found here. 

In addition to the application, parent’s are asked to upload a video of their child explaining in two minutes or less why they're interested in their selected position and why they feel they are the best person for the job.