NC State alumni Jonathan Greeson, the founder and president of the North Carolina Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association (NCEWHA), is excited to announce his team’s upcoming fundraiser later this month. While the organization has had a number of exhibition games in previous years, this event will be more interactive.

Greeson and his team, the Carolina Fury, welcome everyone to participate with them on Saturday, October 25 at the Governor Morehead School Gymnasium for a special Zumbathon. According to their website, the idea is to give people who have been spectators in the past the chance to play alongside members of the organization.

According to the website, the event will be split into two sessions. The first will be adapted for people with disabilities; everyone will be sitting in chairs and practicing alongside members of the Carolina Fury. The second session will be a full Zumba workout, led by instructor Alicia Betancourt.  

Greeson expressed excitement for the event, saying that it’s different from what they’ve done in the past.

“This event is much different from our usual exhibition games,” Greeson said. “We are hoping that, by doing something different, we can share our mission with a new audience. We’re hoping that it will help with our recruiting while raising money for our program. We are currently looking for players to join the Carolina Fury as we start preparing for the 2016 Powerhockey Cup in Philadelphia. With the extra year to prepare, this is the perfect time to learn the sport.”