University of New Hampshire Athletics
Pictured (L-R): Brennen Thompson, Megg Thompson, Dot Sheehan, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Account Executive Sarah Schwartz, Andy Thompson, and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care’s New Hampshire Vice President Bill Brewster.
Photo by: Meghan Murphy
Harvard Pilgrim Turned Wildcat Goals into OHT Donations
4/3/2020 2:44:00 PM | Men's Ice Hockey, #WildcatsCare
DURHAM, N.H. – Harvard Pilgrim Health Care recently stepped up to complete its first year of community partnership with the University of New Hampshire Department of Athletics and its multimedia rights holder, Wildcat Sports Properties.
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care finalized a donation—totaling $5,500—to Operation Hat Trick (OHT) via a commitment to donate $100 for every goal scored at home by the UNH men's ice hockey team. The Wildcats scored 52 goals at the Whittemore Center during the regular season, and the donation was rounded up and presented to Dot Sheehan, founder and president/CEO of OHT at the season finale versus Boston College on March 7.
"Operation Hat Trick was thrilled and honored to be selected as Harvard Pilgrim Health Care's Goals for Good recipient," Sheehan said. "OHT was founded at UNH and is deeply rooted in hockey and college athletics. Our mission is to support the recovery of wounded service members and veterans, and the funds raised this season align with our mission perfectly."
In addition to the recent donation, during the 2019 Wildcats football campaign, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care donated $100 for every UNH touchdown scored to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire. The donation totaled $5,000.
"Harvard Pilgrim Health Care was proud to come in and support two organizations in our community through the successes of our state's most highly touted collegiate teams," said Dr. William Brewster, vice president of the New Hampshire Market for Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. "The coaches and student-athletes that make up UNH's teams serve as role models and have the power to inspire youth to be engaged and active. We know that the opportunities provided as part of our partnership with the Wildcats have positively impacted CASA of NH and now Operation Hat Trick. We look forward to continuing to follow the Wildcats and these two non-profits for many years to come."
About Operation Hat Trick
Born at the University of New Hampshire, Operation Hat Trick began in 2008 in honor of two fallen Navy SEALS, Nate Hardy and Mike Koch, who are buried next to each other at Arlington National Cemetery. The nonprofit works with colleges and universities, sports leagues, companies and fans across the U.S. to honor active-duty military and veterans through the sale of its branded merchandise.
Since 2014, Operation Hat Trick has donated over $1.6 million to various veteran service organizations to support the recovery of service members and veterans. For more information on Operation Hat Trick, visit operationhattrick.org.
About Harvard Pilgrim
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and its family of companies provide health benefit plans, programs and services to more than 3 million members and customers, including its subsidiaries that serve national self-insured and population health customers, in New England and beyond. A leading not-for-profit health services company, we guide our members – and the communities we serve – to better health. Founded by doctors 50 years ago, we're building on our legacy. In partnership with our expansive network of doctors and hospitals, we're improving health outcomes and lowering costs through clinical quality and innovative care management. Our commitment to the communities we serve is driven by the passion of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation. Through its work, low- and moderate-income families are gaining greater access to fresh, affordable food — a cornerstone to better health and well-being. Learn more at www.harvardpilgrim.org.
About Wildcat Sports Properties
Wildcat Sports Propertiesis the local Learfield IMG College team dedicated to representing UNH Athletics and overseeing that relationship and corporate partner platform. Learfield IMG College unlocks the value of college sports for brands, fans and universities through the representation of collegiate institutions, conferences and arenas. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield IMG College Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care finalized a donation—totaling $5,500—to Operation Hat Trick (OHT) via a commitment to donate $100 for every goal scored at home by the UNH men's ice hockey team. The Wildcats scored 52 goals at the Whittemore Center during the regular season, and the donation was rounded up and presented to Dot Sheehan, founder and president/CEO of OHT at the season finale versus Boston College on March 7.
"Operation Hat Trick was thrilled and honored to be selected as Harvard Pilgrim Health Care's Goals for Good recipient," Sheehan said. "OHT was founded at UNH and is deeply rooted in hockey and college athletics. Our mission is to support the recovery of wounded service members and veterans, and the funds raised this season align with our mission perfectly."
In addition to the recent donation, during the 2019 Wildcats football campaign, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care donated $100 for every UNH touchdown scored to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire. The donation totaled $5,000.
"Harvard Pilgrim Health Care was proud to come in and support two organizations in our community through the successes of our state's most highly touted collegiate teams," said Dr. William Brewster, vice president of the New Hampshire Market for Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. "The coaches and student-athletes that make up UNH's teams serve as role models and have the power to inspire youth to be engaged and active. We know that the opportunities provided as part of our partnership with the Wildcats have positively impacted CASA of NH and now Operation Hat Trick. We look forward to continuing to follow the Wildcats and these two non-profits for many years to come."
About Operation Hat Trick
Born at the University of New Hampshire, Operation Hat Trick began in 2008 in honor of two fallen Navy SEALS, Nate Hardy and Mike Koch, who are buried next to each other at Arlington National Cemetery. The nonprofit works with colleges and universities, sports leagues, companies and fans across the U.S. to honor active-duty military and veterans through the sale of its branded merchandise.
Since 2014, Operation Hat Trick has donated over $1.6 million to various veteran service organizations to support the recovery of service members and veterans. For more information on Operation Hat Trick, visit operationhattrick.org.
About Harvard Pilgrim
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and its family of companies provide health benefit plans, programs and services to more than 3 million members and customers, including its subsidiaries that serve national self-insured and population health customers, in New England and beyond. A leading not-for-profit health services company, we guide our members – and the communities we serve – to better health. Founded by doctors 50 years ago, we're building on our legacy. In partnership with our expansive network of doctors and hospitals, we're improving health outcomes and lowering costs through clinical quality and innovative care management. Our commitment to the communities we serve is driven by the passion of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation. Through its work, low- and moderate-income families are gaining greater access to fresh, affordable food — a cornerstone to better health and well-being. Learn more at www.harvardpilgrim.org.
About Wildcat Sports Properties
Wildcat Sports Propertiesis the local Learfield IMG College team dedicated to representing UNH Athletics and overseeing that relationship and corporate partner platform. Learfield IMG College unlocks the value of college sports for brands, fans and universities through the representation of collegiate institutions, conferences and arenas. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield IMG College Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
UNH Men's Hockey vs Boston College Highlights 3-1-25
Sunday, March 02
UNH Men's Hockey vs UMass Highlights 2-21-25
Saturday, February 22
UNH Men's Hockey vs Merrimack Highlights 2-8-25
Sunday, February 09
UNH Men's Hockey vs Boston College 2-7-2025
Saturday, February 08