Bears to Honor First Responders at Hometown Heroes Night on Jan. 13

January 6, 2023

The Hershey Bears are proud to host the club’s second Hometown Heroes Night this season on Friday, Jan. 13. That evening the Bears battle the Springfield Thunderbirds at 7 p.m., and the night will feature first responders themed activities and recognition throughout the evening, presented by SERVPRO. 

First responders, military members, and healthcare workers and their families receive a special discounted ticket offer to that evening’s game, available HERE.

First responders also receive 15% off all retail purchases at Hershey Sports during that evening, excluding jerseys and sale items. The store is set to feature special merchandise for Hometown Heroes Night that is available for a limited time only. 

Fans are invited to bring their kids to a pre-game Touch-A-Truck event, held outside the front entrance of the GIANT Center starting at 5:15 p.m. This family-friendly event allows children to explore, touch, and sit in emergency vehicles and meet first responders. 

In partnership with Courtyard of Honor, the Bears will welcome Miriam Horrocks-Isenberg to participate in the ceremonial puck drop prior to the game. Horrocks-Isenberg is the widow of Michael Horrocks, a Central Pennsylvania native and Hershey High School alum who perished on Sept. 11, 2001. The late Horrocks was a first officer on United Airlines Flight 175 that crashed into the World Trade Center. 

Courtyard of Honor, which will be on site at the game, is a memorial planned for Downtown Hershey to honor citizens of Hershey and Derry Township who have served their nation and their community as members of the military or served as first responders, with particular recognition given to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice as a result of their selfless service and devotion to duty. Fans may donate to help fund this initiative at the game that evening or at courtyardofhonor.org. 

Thanks to the generosity of local partners, tickets have been donated to local heroes and their families via the club’s Hometown Heroes and First Responders packages. Purchasing packages to thank those for their service to our community include: MI Windows & Doors, Members 1st, UPMC, Northwest Bank, and Phillips Managed Support Services.

Tickets to Hometown Heroes Night are on sale now. The evening also features a cowbell giveaway to the first 4,000 fans, courtesy of AmeriChoice FCU. Additionally, its Flight Friday where fans can enjoy 12 ounce cans of Yuengling Flight for just $6.50, $10 Spooky Cupcakes & Cocktails available at Troeg's on the GIANT Center concourse. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.