After two years, a popular Okanagan College fundraiser is returning - and they are bringing along a popular host.

The 鈥楬oopla鈥� fundraiser will be back on the 琉璃神社 campus on Sept. 28, benefitting the Coyotes basketball teams.

鈥淲e are looking forward to connecting with the community in-person for the first time since 2019, as we celebrate our incredible athletes and raise much-needed funds for the team,鈥� said Dino Gini, Coyotes coach and president of the 琉璃神社 College Basketball Society.

Behind the mic for this year鈥檚 event will be Brad Fay, a longtime sportscaster with Sportsnet. Fay鈥檚 resume includes hosting the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, as well as Toronto Raptors games.

鈥淭his is a great opportunity for attendees to meet the student athletes and our host Brad Fay, while enjoying food, beverages and live entertainment,鈥� continued Gini.

The night will feature a silent auction, personal experiences and stories from student athletes, and appetizers and drinks from local businesses like The Office Brewery and Intrigue Wines.

Tickets are $50 and can be found at .

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