Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Tkachuk Joins Gaudreau Family 5K: NHL Community Support
Imagine a big hockey family, the NHL, coming together to help a family who lost loved ones.
They held a race called a 5K, where lots of people ran or walked to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
A famous hockey player, Matthew Tkachuk, even took time off to be there.
Over 2,400 people joined in to support them, both by running and online.
The money raised will help build a special playground for kids.
It was also Jane Gaudreau's birthday, and everyone celebrated her with love and memories.
Matthew Tkachuk attended the Gaudreau Family 5K run/walk.
The event honored the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Over 2,400 participants took part in person and virtually.
The 5K raised funds for an adaptive playground.
Jane Gaudreau celebrated her birthday during the weekend.
- Who
- NHL players, including Matthew Tkachuk, and over 2,400 participants.
- What
- A 5K run/walk to honor the Gaudreau family and raise funds for an adaptive playground.
- When
- During the Stanley Cup Final preparation.
- Where
- Westville, New Jersey, and virtually worldwide.
- Why
- To honor the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau and support their family.
- Event
- Gaudreau Family 5K run/walk
- Location
- Westville, New Jersey
- Participants
- Over 2,400
- Beneficiary
- Adaptive playground
- Notable Attendee
- Matthew Tkachuk
- Purpose
- Memorial and fundraising