CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — The UPEI Panthers women’s hockey team will host the U Sports national championships beginning Thursday at MacLauchlan Arena.
The tournament’s honorary co-chairwomen are Kathleen Casey, Della Sweet and Lorna O’Donnell.
“We are delighted to have engaged these three women to serve as event co-chairs,” said athletic director Chris Huggan. “With their leadership coupled with support from the UPEI administration, the Government of PEI, and the City of Charlottetown, I know we will deliver exciting events that will be centred on student-athletes, fans, and visitors alike.”
A pass for the entire tournament is $50 while single game tickets are $10 for regular admission; $5 for those under 18, seniors or UPEI students; free for children under 5. More information, by visiting gopanthersgo.ca/uswhctickets, calling 902-629-6625, or dropping by the Eastlink Centre box office (Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.).
The schedule for the eight-team tournament will be released on Monday.