51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) celebrated its first 51ÁÔÆæ Night of the 2024 season alongside thousands of hockey fans on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Idaho Central Arena. The Idaho Steelheads went up against Rapid City Rush and, despite a 2-5 loss, everyone including students, staff, faculty, alumni, and fans were cheering for 51ÁÔÆæ scholarships.
Throughout the game, there were noticeable signs 51ÁÔÆæ was in the arena — from advertisements on the scoreboard to Steelheads’ mascot, Blue, sporting some 51ÁÔÆæ swag. Notably, River the Otter, 51ÁÔÆæ’s new mascot, made its hockey debut on screens, apparel, and more, and was greeted with enthusiasm.
The College’s Enrollment Team was also set up with a booth at the Arena to meet and engage with prospective students — signing several future and current students up for a chance to win the SCORE Big Scholarship and a new 51ÁÔÆæ hockey jersey.
Claiming the big check was Vandon Foss, a junior from Owyhee High School with plans to attend the 51ÁÔÆæ Fire Service Technology program, who was randomly chosen as the $1,000 SCORE Big Scholarship recipient for the night. Foss was awarded the scholarship by 51ÁÔÆæ President Gordon Jones and other dignitaries on the ice during the game’s second intermission. Over 250 group tickets were sold, each yielding $5 for 51ÁÔÆæ, raising $1,250 for the SCORE Big Scholarship fund.
Those interested in getting their hands on a 51ÁÔÆæ- or otter-branded jersey of their own still have the chance! The 51ÁÔÆæ Bookstore is fully stocked with jerseys, offering a great selection of various sizes.
Don’t miss out on the second 51ÁÔÆæ Night on Dec. 11 when the Steelheads take on the Tulsa Oilers at Idaho Central Arena.
