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Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL brotherhood shines as Matthew Tkachuk joins Gaudreau family for heartfelt 5K run/walk
Tkachuk pays tribute to Gaudreau family at 5K event (Image via: Getty Images) Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk took time away from Stanley Cup Final preparations to attend the Gaudreau Family 5K run/walk in New Jersey. The event honored the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, drawing over 2,400 participants and several NHL players. Tkachuk's emotional appearance showed the depth of his bond with the Gaudreau family and the hockey community's enduring support. Tkachuk joins NHL stars to support grieving Gaudreau family As the Panthers gear up for a high-stakes Stanley Cup showdown, alternate captain Matthew Tkachuk chose heart over headlines, flying to New Jersey to attend a deeply personal event. The Gaudreau Family 5K Run/Walk wasn't just a charity run, it was a memorial, a reunion, and a moment of healing for those closest to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Tkachuk's quiet strength during the event spoke volumes. 'I'm just glad we could be here for them,' he said, surrounded by fellow NHL players like Brady Tkachuk, Erik Gudbranson, Tony DeAngelo, Zach Aston-Reese, and Buddy Robinson. Their presence underscored a message that often goes unsaid: in the NHL, bonds forged in locker rooms last far beyond the ice. With over 2,400 global participants—both in-person and virtual—the 5K raised funds for an adaptive playground in Westville, New Jersey, honoring the Gaudreau family's commitment to community and inclusion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Jane Gaudreau, the family's matriarch, shared her gratitude in a single, powerful sticker: 'Thank you.' It was a heartfelt response to the wave of support flooding in during a time of unimaginable loss. Katie Gaudreau celebrates mother Jane's birthday with 'Our Queen' caption Just as the weekend carried emotional weight, it also offered a moment of reflection and celebration. Jane Gaudreau marked her birthday, surrounded—both physically and spiritually—by the love of her children and grandchildren. Katie Gaudreau shared a moving Instagram story tribute, showcasing old family photos of Jane with her late sons Johnny and Matthew, as well as daughters Kristen and Katie, and husband Guy. One photo featured Jane raising a glass with Katie; another captured a boat outing with grandkids. In her caption, Katie wrote, 'Happy Birthday to our queen. The leader of our family. We love you.' Also Read: Washington Capitals launch four limited-edition collectibles to celebrate Alex Ovechkin's 895th NHL goal Amid grief, the Gaudreau family continues to find strength in each other and the hockey world continues to stand right beside them.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Gaudreau family to host 5K Run/Walk event on May 31 to honor Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's legacy
Honoring Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau with a 5K Run/Walk to support an adaptive playground in their memory (Image via:Getty Images) Sometimes the most powerful way to heal is to move forward. On May 31, the inaugural Gaudreau Family 5K Run/Walk and Family Day will take place at Washington Lake Park in Sewell, New Jersey, bringing together a community to honor the lives of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau .The two brothers, both beloved figures in hockey and their hometown, tragically passed away last August after being hit by an alleged drunk driver. Virtual 5K event to support adaptive playground in New Jersey Flames Hold Emotional Ceremony For Johnny And Matthew Gaudreau All proceeds from the 5K will fund the construction of an adaptive playground at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, NJ, a school deeply connected to the Gaudreau family. Jane Gaudreau, the boys' mother, has worked there for years, and Johnny and Matthew often volunteered with the students, many of whom have special needs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo It's kind of bittersweet, because besides doing tributes or going out and talking about the playground, or doing something in the boys' honor, [husband] Guy and I especially have done not really anything,' Jane recalls. 'I feel like by May, and knowing that all our friends will be there, and people that we know from NHL and local hockey, they'll all be there. So I feel like it'll be almost like a warm hug. I know I'm looking forward to that.' The school has become the heartbeat of this initiative, with the Gaudreaus determined to make a difference in the lives of students they once spent so much time with. The playground will serve as a joyful, inclusive space, a permanent reminder of the boys' spirit and service. Sports memorabilia auction featuring signed jerseys and items from top athletes Alongside the run, an online sports memorabilia auction is generating major buzz. Fans can bid on signed items from NHL superstars like Sidney Crosby, Jack Hughes, Matthew Tkachuk, and Johnny Gaudreau, as well as NFL legends including Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Jalen Hurts. Baseball fans can look out for items signed by Aaron Judge and others. Also Read: NHL star Dominik Hasek calls Donald Trump "Traitor" over silence after missile attack on Kyiv With more than 600 participants already signed up for the virtual 5K, including entries from Columbus, Calgary, Boston, Omaha, and Dubuque, the Gaudreau Family 5K is growing into something far bigger than expected. 'We thought it would be something local, like maybe we'll have 100 runners,' Jane says.
CBS News
04-04-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau wanted this adaptive playground to be built in NJ. It's almost funded.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau 's family members are on a mission to turn their darkest days into a shining light for a school community, and they have never been closer to reaching their goal. This spring, they're hoping to cross the finish line. The Gaudreaus, along with members of the hockey community, are organizing the first Gaudreau Family 5K. It's meant to honor the lives of John and Matt and raise money for an adaptive playground at Archbishop Damiano School in Westville, New Jersey. One look at the smiling students at ADS, and it's easy to see why Jane Gaudreau and her family have made the school in Gloucester County part of a personal mission. Jane has spent months raising money for the school's much-needed adaptive playground in honor of her sons after they were tragically killed last summer by a suspected drunk driver while riding their bikes in Salem County, New Jersey. "They both loved children so much that to see children playing on the playground would just, you know, mean the world to them," Gaudreau says. ADS is a second family for the Gaudreaus. Jane has worked at the school for more than 40 years. John and Matt volunteered there as kids. And even as a superstar in the NHL, John never forgot his roots. He started fundraising for the playground years ago when Jane's mother passed. "They said, 'let's just say in lieu of flowers, give donations to the playground,'" Jane said. ADS is a nonprofit school for more than 135 students with disabilities. But in its current state, the playground is crumbling and inaccessible to many. "We want adapted swings, adapted slides, equipment that children in wheelchairs can actually have access to," Principal Michele McCloskey says. The school is now preparing for the next big fundraising push through a 5K run and walk. The Gaudreau Family 5K in May has already attracted more than 800 participants, but more support is needed for the school to reach its goal. ADS is getting closer to raising the $600,000 needed for the adaptive playground. It has now raised $400,000. When CBS News Philadelphia first started following this story , the school had only raised $100,000. "Our next steps are to finalize equipment and colors and really get the timeline set for the playground," School Business Manager Nicole Maldonado says. "So, we're hoping after this 5K, it's obtainable." Jane can already imagine the day these students step foot on their safe, inclusive playground. "And I know that John and Matty would be so proud of us," Gaudreau said. "I just know that they're going to be looking down and so proud. They'll be with us that day when we, you know, have the opening day. And I just know they'll love it." Registration for the Gaudreau Family 5K Run, Walk and Family Fun Day is open . The event will take place at Washington Lake Park in Sewell on Saturday, May 31, from 8 a.m. until noon. The competitive race is still open, but the walk has already sold out. Organizers say that should not deter participants. Those interested in supporting the Gaudreaus' mission can still participate virtually by signing up and walking anywhere at any time. Organizers are also looking for sponsors and donors for their basket auction.
