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UNCASVILLE, Conn. (June 28, 2019) – The Connecticut Sun and FOX 61 will team up to honor the contributions made by military personnel and first responders on July 6, when the Sun host the Minnesota Lynx at Mohegan Sun Arena on Hometown Heroes Night.

Military personnel and first responders who provide proper ID can take advantage of an exclusive offer – a $16-dollar ticket that includes a $5 concession voucher – by purchasing tickets at the box office on game night. Call 1-877-SUN-TIXX for more information.

Prior to the game, female first responders and military personnel will be presenting the colors on the court during the National Anthem. Following the game, a knockout tournament will be held on the court to benefit local military organizations.

“Highlighting the contributions of our military personnel and first responders is one of, if not the most, important initiative of the season. They protect and serve our community every day,” said Amber Cox, the Vice President of the Connecticut Sun.” We are proud to partner with our friends at FOX61 to elevate this important day.”

FOX 61 has been recognizing first responders and military personnel who have made an impact in the local community through its Proud to Serve segments, broadcast monthly on the FOX 61 News at Ten.

FOX 61 reporter and army reservist Brian Didlake will serve as Guest of the Game.

“FOX 61 is once again proud to team up with the Connecticut Sun for what’s become an annual event to celebrate and honor our military personnel and first responders,” says FOX 61 News Director, Liz Grey Godbout. “We encourage everyone to come out and cheer on our hometown heroes as the Sun take on the Minnesota Lynx for an afternoon of fun and great basketball at the Mohegan Sun Arena.”

Sun tickets can be purchased by visiting www.connecticutsun.com or calling 877-SUN-TIXX.