Surrey Eagles’ Punjabi Night Brings Culture and Hockey Together
The Surrey Eagles hosted their fourth annual Punjabi Night at South Surrey Arena, turning a regular BCHL home game into a lively celebration of culture, community and team spirit. Fans filled the stands for an evening that mixed hockey with music, colour and Surrey’s distinct South Asian influence.
Cultural Festivities and Civic Presence
Punjabi Night has become a key date on the Eagles calendar, drawing families, longtime fans and new spectators alike. Custom Nanak Foods and Seva Thrift–themed jerseys were unveiled, and presentations throughout the night highlighted Surrey’s Punjabi heritage.
Local dignitaries, including Councillor Rob Stutt representing Surrey City Council, attended to show support. Performers such as the Kandola Bros helped keep the arena energized between whistles, while sponsors and organizers were recognized for helping make the event inclusive and accessible.
Game Recap: Eagles vs. Spruce Kings
On the ice, the Surrey Eagles faced the Prince George Spruce Kings in front of the festive home crowd. The visitors controlled the matchup, skating away with an 8–1 win.
Surrey’s lone goal came in the second period, briefly lifting the arena as fans erupted in support. Despite the scoreline, the Eagles continued to push, and the atmosphere in the building remained upbeat to the final horn.
Scoring Summary
- First Period: Spruce Kings build an early lead with sustained offence.
- Second Period: Surrey Eagles respond with their only goal of the night as fans rally behind the home side.
- Third Period: Prince George extends its advantage to close out the game.
Community Impact Beyond the Score
Organizers, city officials and fans praised the strong turnout and positive energy around Punjabi Night, noting how the event has grown into a symbol of Surrey’s diversity and community pride.
Even with a tough result on the scoreboard, the night underlined how sports, culture and community can come together to create something bigger than the game itself. Many in attendance are already looking forward to future Punjabi Nights and similar events that continue to strengthen Surrey’s connections—both on and off the ice.
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