Maritime teams compete in blood donation drive [Video]

Athletes give their blood, sweat and tears in the pursuit of excellence, but some Maritime hockey players are finding a way to inspire others to give.

Three teams in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) are battling for a cause greater than hockey this January in the Battle of the Bridge – an annual blood donation challenge.

The Charlottetown Islanders, Saint John Sea Dogs and Moncton Wildcats will go head-to-head for the month to see which team’s players and fans can donate the most blood and make the biggest impact across Canada.

Brandy Peters works with Canadian Blood Services. She said the event promotes the need for blood donation.

“We know that the Wildcats are such an inspiration in our community so they’re able to motivate people who may have never thought about donating to get out and donate,” Peters said.

The Moncton Wildcats won the Battle of the Bridge in 2024, and Mallory Rushton, the team’s business development manager …