Minnesota Hockey is excited to announce Fruchi® as a new corporate partner for the 2012-2013 season.  The focus of Fruchi® support will be on Gear Up Minnesota!, a Minnesota Hockey program that provides starter equipment grants to hockey associations. 

In addition to providing associations with equipment through their financial support of Gear Up Minnesota!, Fruchi® will give every association receiving an equipment grant four cases of Fruchi® smoothies the association can use for fundraising. 

“We are thrilled to be supporting Minnesota Hockey and Gear Up Minnesota! in the continued growth and development of the great game of hockey, “said Karen Madden, Brand Marketing Manager. “Through our fundraising program, we look forward to helping all kids across Minnesota live their dream of playing hockey.”

Fruchi® products offer an all-natural fruit smoothie that come in a portable pouch that is easy to open and can be used without the need of a straw or spoon. The product contains no fat or cholesterol, a full serving of fruit, a daily serving of Vitamin C, low in sodium and contains less than 140 calories per 8-ounce serving.

Gear Up Minnesota! provides associations with sets of starter equipment that will allow them to attract new players and make hockey more accessible. In previous years, equipment grants from Minnesota Hockey have been used by associations across the state to grow the game. Minnesota Hockey was able to supply over 600 sets of equipment in 2012 thanks to Gear Up Minnesota! and all of its supporting partners.

To learn more about Gear Up Minnesota!, visit minnesotahockey.org.