3/27/14 - Some local hockey players will square off against the Detroit Red Wings Alumni Association early next month to raise money for machines that could save lives. The Brighton Ice Hogs will host the 2nd annual Sparky Defibrillator Challenge on Saturday, April 5th at the Hartland Sports Center. The idea came about after a local hockey player, George âSparkyâ Stefureac, suffered from sudden and complete cardiac arrest during a game in January of 2011. He beat the odds and survived the episode, and he feels he should now work to help others do the same. Last year, the benefit game between the Detroit Red Wings Alumni and the Brighton Ice Hogs raised about $7,000. That money was used for various life-saving programs, including the purchase of a new defibrillator for Pregnancy Helpline in Brighton. This year, the goal of the game is to raise enough money for two defibrillators, one each for the Special Olympics of Livingston County and the Salvation Army of Livingston County. Each defibrillator costs about $1,200 and is completely compatible with the devices used by local EMS. Additional funds raised may be used to fund scholarships for CPR training. The game on April 5th will include a raffle for prizes including sports tickets. Admittance is $10 per person, and kids 7 and under get in free. For more information, follow the link posted below. (TD)
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