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Delta Center Welcome Party Interview

May 3, 2024

How long have you been a hockey fan?

I played on a league as a teen, and I've always loved watching NHL games and playing shinny whenever I could. Lately as an adult I've picked up some equipment and play as often as I can with groups of friends who rent the rink. It's really something that brings fans together for cheering, fun and excitement.

How far did you travel from to attend the welcome party in Salt Lake City?

I travelled from Toronto, Canada!

What is your favorite team name idea?

I like Utah Stingers, but also starting to go for Blizzard, since it has the ZZ theme just like Utah Jazz

What was your favorite part of the welcome party?

The JDawgs hot dogs!, the free sodas, the energy finding our seats and cheering crowds. But mostly the introduction of the players. It was also super fun to lineup early and meet other fans and stay late to watch the Toronto/Boston game on the big screen. Overall an unforgettable event for me. And on top of all that I caught a T-Shirt thrown into the audience!

Did you get a pre-season voucher?

Yes!

Any favorite player on the team so far?

Sean Durzi's from my home town Mississauga, Ontario Canada so that's mega cool. But Liam O'Brien (Big Tuna) has an awesome energy and definitely got the crowd pumped up. Spicy Tuna!

Anything else you would like to say to support the new team?

Have an awesome time in Utah, enjoy the mountain scenery, and hope you adapt well to the higher altitudes.
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