Cougars gearing up to host American opposition

For the first time in 20 months, the Prince George Cougars will play a U.S. Division opponent.

The Cougars host the Tri-City Americans Friday and Saturday to conclude a 6-game homestand.

The WHL announced today (Wednesday) the rescheduling of Friday’s Regular Season game between the Victoria Royals and Kamloops Blazers due to highway closures in the Lower Mainland and Southern Interior.

The Royals and Blazers were originally scheduled to play Friday in Kamloops.

This game will now be played Wednesday, Feb 16th at Sandman Centre.

The league has announced no other WHL Regular Season games are impacted by highway closures in British Columbia.

Friday, November 19^th, Cougars vs. Tri-City

• Plaid Friday, presented by Downtown Prince George
• Fans are encouraged to wear plaid and support downtown businesses
• Local downtown businesses set up on the concourse
• In-game social media contest- Chance to win a downtown staycation for two in Prince George (package valued at $350)
• Downtown Toque Toss: Fans will have a chance at free toques from Downtown Prince George in the first period
• 1^st Intermission: Downtown Shopping Race- Two fans will compete to fill their cart the fastest.
• Buskers Corner: Live music with Karen Cruise

Saturday, November 20^th, Cougars vs. Tri-City

• Design a Jersey Game Night, sponsored by the Real Canadian Superstore
• The Cougars will be wearing specialty jerseys, designed by 13-year-old Bishop Carter.
• Jerseys will be auctioned off following the game, with proceeds going towards PC Children’s Charity
• 1^st Intermission: Zorb Soccer- Two fans will compete to score the most goals, with the winner receiving 150,000 PC Optimum Points.
• 2^nd Intermission: MNP Chuck a Puck- One winner will receive a $100 gift card to Save-on-Foods, courtesy of MNP.
• Buskers Corner: Live music featuring July Crowd

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