We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Keivonn Woodard, renowned for his role in HBO's "Last of Us" and an emerging Deaf hockey player, for dedicating his time to endorse the "NHL in ASL" broadcast of the upcoming 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series. This event will take place in Columbus, Ohio, at Ohio Stadium, featuring a matchup between the Detroit Red Wings and the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, March 1, at 6 p.m. ET, available on ESPN+ and Sportsnet+.
We also wish to acknowledge our esteemed consultant, Stacy Abrams from WhyISign, for her efforts in orchestrating this unique promotion.
Below is the transcript of Keivonn's message: I am thrilled to watch the NHL in ASL broadcast of the Stadium Series on Saturday, March 1, at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+ and Sportsnet+ in Canada. My gratitude goes to P-X-P and the NHL for their support of the Deaf and hard of hearing community 🤟
Video description: Keivonn Woodard, a Black Deaf hockey player, is seen skating on the ice in a black and yellow hockey uniform while communicating in ASL.
National Hockey League (NHL)
P-X-P
Access, Inclusion, and Representation in Professional Sports for Deaf and hard of hearing fans
We are proud to unveil Nathaniel Kelly as our Deaf National Anthem Performer for this year's NHLNHL as part of the second season of "NHL in ASL." Tune in LIVE at 4 pm CT/5 pm ET on DECEMBER 31 streaming on MAX or Sportsnet+ (if in Canada) to see Nathaniel shine bright as he performs the National Anthem in ASL from the friendly confines of Wrigley Field prior to puck drop between the Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues.
Please congratulate Nathaniel and please support him and the "NHL in ASL"!!
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