Local Four Nations Cup Committee Introduces Ticket Options, Calls for Volunteers

Single-game tickets go on sale Thursday for the Four Nations Cup.

The international women’s hockey tournament runs November 6-10 at SaskTel Centre…featuring Canada, the United States, Sweden and Finland. In addition, the tournament host committee put out a call for volunteers. Following are news releases from the host committee and Hockey Canada…

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41 DAY COUNTDOWN TO 4 NATIONS CUP IN SASKATOON New Ticket Options Added and Call for Volunteers

Saskatoon, SK – Wednesday, Sept. 26 As hockey season ramps up, the countdown to 4 Nations Cup continues. From November 6 to 10 at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon, Canada’s Nationals Women’s Team will take on Finland, Sweden and the United States in the annual international tournament that provides the four participating nations an opportunity to test their mettle before competing at the 2019 IIHF Women’s World Championship in Finland. A new ticket-package option will go on-sale to the general public on Thursday, September 27 at 10 a.m. The 2-Game Day-Pass Package option offers fans the chance to experience the world’s top female hockey talent for two games on a single day with Team Canada playing each evening, for only $30.00 plus fees. Also included is a Medal-Round Day Pass on Saturday, November 10 for only $35.00 plus fees.

“We are excited to have 4 Nations Cup, with the world’s top female hockey talent in Saskatoon for the first time, and by increasing the ticket offerings, fans will get to experience the most exciting and intense hockey with the rivalries between these coveted teams on a single day,” said E.J. Babey, chair of the 2018 4 Nations Cup host organizing committee.

Limited full event packages are still available for $120.00 plus fees. All ticket packages can be purchased at ticketmaster.ca

With just over a month until the event, the local host organizing committee announced today that they are looking for dedicated volunteers and will launch the volunteer application process for the 4 Nations Cup. Applications for volunteer positions supporting roles such as team services, media services and fan experience, are now being accepted.

“The 4 Nations Cup is an outstanding showcase of international women’s hockey, and we are proud to be one of only five other Canadian cities to have hosted this event,” said Babey. “It takes a lot of volunteer time and commitment to make an event like this a success, but I know that Saskatoon is filled with passionate hockey fans who will step up to ensure this is an unforgettable experience for the teams and fans alike.”

Volunteers applying to take part in the 4 Nations Cup must be 18 years of age or older, available to attending training sessions and volunteer for a variety of shifts, as well as undergo the Hockey Canada Volunteer screening requirements.

For more information on 4 Nations Cup and volunteering, please visit HockeyCanada.ca.

September 26, 2018

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SASKATOON PREPARES FOR 2018 4 NATIONS CUP WITH CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Day passes, ticket packages available now for purchase

SASKATOON, Sask. – As Saskatoon prepares to welcome the top women’s hockey nations for the 4 Nations Cup Nov. 6-10, local organizers are looking for volunteers to help deliver the world-class event being hosted at the SaskTel Centre.

The 4 Nations Cup, renamed in 2000 with the addition of a fourth team, brings together the world’s leading nations in women’s hockey – Canada, the United States, Sweden and Finland – for five days of high-paced, international competition. The City of Bridges will host national team players and staff from the four participating countries, and organizers are now accepting online applications for the many volunteer roles needed to support the event – from transportation, to team and media services, and fan experience.

“The 4 Nations Cup is an outstanding showcase of international women’s hockey, and we are proud to be one of only six other Canadian cities to have hosted this event,” said E.J. Babey, chair of the 2018 4 Nations Cup host organizing committee. “It takes a lot of volunteer time and commitment to make an event like this a success, but I know that Saskatoon is filled with passionate hockey fans who will step up to ensure this is an unforgettable experience for the teams and fans alike.”

Saskatchewan has produced tremendous female hockey talent that has represented Canada on the world stage – and at previous 4 Nations Cup events specifically – including Dana Antal, Kelly Bechard, Hayley Wickenheiser, Colleen Sostorics, and Saskatoon’s own Emily Clark.

“The Saskatchewan Hockey Association is extremely excited to see the 2018 4 Nations Cup come to Saskatoon in November. It is a great opportunity to promote female hockey and the SHA is currently undergoing a lot of extremely positive change to the structure of female hockey in the province in support of its terrific growth,” said Kelly McClintock, general manager of the Saskatchewan Hockey Association. “The 4 Nations Cup will provide young girls in our province with a glimpse of who the best female players in the world are, who they can emulate their game after and who can be their new role model.”

“Playing on home ice is a special opportunity for any player,” said Gina Kingsbury, Hockey Canada’s director of national women’s teams. “The fan support brings another level of play to your game, and it’s a feeling that as a player you just can’t describe. Saskatoon is a hockey city, and we’re looking forward to being there in November.”

The 4 Nations Cup has only been hosted in Canada seven other times in its nearly 25-year history, and provides a unique opportunity for fans to see these elite athletes over a five-day, eight-game schedule. Full event ticket packages, as well as day passes beginning at $30, can be purchase at HockeyCanada.ca/Tickets.