Hollywood Comes To Brantford
Kevin Smith an internationally known film producer, director and actor is playing in the 3rd annual Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament.
Kevin Smith, a film producer, director, screenwriter, actor and comic book writer from Los Angeles who is well known for his role as “Silent Bob” has entered a team of celebrities in the tournament, including the counterpart to his Silent Bob role, Jay (Jason Mewes).
The roster for Kevin’s team includes Smith in goal, actors Jason Mewes, Bryan Johnson and Jim Jackman; producer Scott Mosier; filmmakers Jon Gordon and Malcolm Ingram; comic book artist Walt Flanagan; View Askew web designer Ming Chen and Smith’s wife Jennifer Schwalbach.
The Hockey Hall of Fame will be at the park on Saturday from 9 am to 6pm showcasing artifacts from the HHOF; live entertainment from local bands include The Grumpies from 11:30 am to 3pm on Saturday and The Golden Ticket from 3:30 pm to 5pm on Saturday.
Doug Hunt will be performing stilt walking activities from 10 am to 12pm on Saturday; a Guitar Hero mini competition will take place from 11am to 4pm on Saturday and competitions will be taking place throughout the weekend at the BHI mini hockey rink located beside the BHI main building.
The Knights of Columbus are operating a hospitality area and a variety of food and merchandise vendors will also be in the park during the tournament.
There will be a Silent Auction taking place on Friday and Saturday with signed memorabilia from Wayne Gretzky and Kevin Smith along with a variety of other items donated by local businesses.
The official Opening Ceremonies will take place at the BHI rink on Saturday at 1pm when Walter Gretzky welcomes special guest Kevin Smith to Brantford. Local dignitaries and Brantford’s official Town Crier David McKee will be on hand to welcome over 70 teams from Canada and the US.
An Exhibition game will take place at the Civic Centre on Sunday at 1pm when Kevin Smith and his team of celebrities compete against Dean Blundell a Toronto radio personality from 102.1 The Edge, with a group of local teens. Tickets are available at the door at a cost of $5.00 ea.
All proceeds raised from this year’s tournament will benefit Brantford’s Sports Facilities Infrastructure Legacy Fund.
Walter Gretzky and the Tournament Capital of Ontario Board are grateful for the generous donation and support that has been received from SC Johnson and their team of volunteers.
Join us for a weekend of FUN and sports starting Friday June 5 at 5pm until Sunday June 7 at 5pm and meet Kevin Smith and Brantford’s hometown hero Walter Gretzky.
For more information contact;
Pat Shewchuk
519-756-1500 x 5506
pshewchuk@brantford.ca
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