National· August 16, 2026 at 10:53 p.m.
Kitchener Panthers Debut Orange Jerseys in Historic Game
Key takeaways
- Kitchener Panthers wore orange jerseys for the first time
- The Orange Jersey Project aims to raise awareness about mental health issues in sports
- Tyler Fuller threw the ceremonial first pitch
The Kitchener Panthers baseball team hosted their first game wearing orange jerseys on Sunday at Jack Couch Park. The event included an opening ceremony with drummers, dancers, and children participating on the field. Tyler Fuller, co-founder and ambassador of the Orange Jersey Project, threw the ceremonial first pitch.
The Orange Jersey Project aims to raise awareness about mental health issues in sports. The initiative encourages athletes to wear orange jerseys during games to show support for those struggling with mental health challenges.
'It's a great day for our community and for baseball,' said Fuller, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health concerns within sports.
