The and their fans joined forces to raise $12,474.65 for the Kidney Foundation of Canada.

The Rockets were one of nine teams to take part this season in the program.

On March 10, with the Kamloops Blazers visiting Prospera Place, the Rockets wore Don Cherry-themed jerseys which were auctioned off online.

Don Cherry bobbleheads and hockey cards were also given out to fans.

Cherry, WHL Commissioner prior to Monday鈥檚 contest between the WHL鈥檚 Swift Current Broncos and OHL鈥檚 Hamilton Bulldogs at the 100th Mastercard Memorial Cup in Regina.

鈥淭he WHL and our Western Canada-based clubs are proud to partner with RE/MAX of Western Canada and their agents to help promote the importance of organ donation and support for local Kidney Foundations,鈥� said WHL Commissioner Ron Robison.

鈥淭hanks to our fans purchasing specially designed Don Cherry suit themed jerseys, RE/MAX and the WHL are in a position to make a significant contribution to local Kidney Foundations in Western Canada.鈥�

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