With just two weeks to go, all front row tickets have been sold for a fundraising, pro-wrestling match in aid of a sick dog.
ECCW (Elite Canadian Championship Wrestling) stars will be raising funds for Kona, a year-old Rottweiler, who needs about $5,000 worth of leg surgery to deal with a disorder which leaves her with little or nothing keeping her knee joints in place.
The fundraising idea for Kona, who’s in the care of the Richmond Animal Protection Society (RAPS), came from RAPS’ animal control officer Shane Burnham, a wrestling fan who just happens to be an old Richmond school buddy of Scotty Mac, a pro-wrestler and owner and operator of ECCW.
“We don’t have any front row seats left, but we still have about 100 or so for other parts of the venue,” said RAPS’ community development coordinator, Wendy Riley.
“And we’re still looking for more sponsors for the event, so if anyone’s interested, please get in touch with us.”
The “Dropkicks for Kona” show is on Nov. 28 at the Ukrainian Community Centre.
The show starts at 7 p.m. at the centre at 5311 Francis Rd. Tickets are $18. Call 604-763-2575 or 604-275-2036 for tickets or drop by the shelter at 12071 No. 5 Rd. For more information, log onto eccw.com.
