Despite the pandemic, it was a banner outcome for the 7th Annual UNBC Timberwolves Legacy Breakfast.
A record $82,514 was raised, with all proceeds going directly to scholarships and bursaries for student-athletes.
“Every year, it blows me away how much support we have from this community,” said UNBC Athletic Director, Loralyn Murdoch.
“We made a decision to push forward with this event, and I am so thrilled with how it turned out. To set a new record for fundraising is really amazing, and will benefit our program so much.”
Prince George native Jon Cooper delivered a keynote address from Tampa Bay, detailing his youth in Northern BC, and the Lightning’s rise to winning the 2020 Stanley Cup championship.
Due to health restrictions, UNBC pivoted from an in-person format to a virtual event.
“Without scholarships and bursaries, we would not be able to attract the best student-athletes to UNBC,” Murdoch said.
“It is so important for our coaches to go out into the community, or the province, nationally or internationally, and provide students with some funding. This community is so supportive, and we are so proud to represent Northern BC.”
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