FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) – The Chanticleers now have an official home for their hockey team and are celebrating with a special event.
The Florence Center announced a new partnership with the Coastal Carolina University Hockey Team.
A special charity matchup against the Myrtle Beach Fire Department Ice Hockey Team will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, with puck drop at 2:00 p.m.
The event is being held to raise critical funds supporting life-saving cancer screenings for local firefighters.
“Firefighting remains one of the highest-risk professions for cancer, and early detection is crucial. Proceeds from this event will help reduce out-of-pocket costs for MBFD personnel, ensuring more firefighters have access to the screenings they need,” read the announcement.
Attendees can look forward to fast-paced hockey, raffles, and fun activities between periods
Stay with WMBF News for updates.
Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with WMBF. For more free content like this, download our apps. Have feedback that can help us improve? Click here.
Copyright 2025 WMBF. All rights reserved.