This past weekend, the U18 Red Select team had an incredible opportunity to travel to Belleville, Ontario, to take part in a Play Like the Pros experience hosted by the Belleville Senators of the AHL. The team faced off against the U18 Kingston Canadians in a highly competitive and entertaining matchup, with Kitchener earning a well-deserved 4–2 victory in a hard-fought game.
The entire experience was designed to mirror a true professional hockey environment. From a fully prepared dressing room to player introductions, a national anthem, in-game announcements, and a Three Stars selection at the conclusion of the game, the Belleville Senators’ media and game presentation staff delivered a first-class event that our players will not soon forget.
Later that evening, players and families had the added bonus of attending the Belleville Senators’ AHL game against the Rochester Americans, making for a complete and memorable hockey weekend.
We would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Belleville Senators organization for providing such a top-tier experience, as well as to the Kingston Canadians for a great competitive game. It was truly a fantastic weekend and a well-earned experience for a great group of players.