Forward Bank

Forward Bank sponsored a $5,000 Shot-on-Goal on December 10th at the Medford Raiders hockey game and saw its first winner!

The lucky participant, Ruth Searles, was selected at random from the crowd to attempt a shot-on-goal from the center line for a chance to win $2,500 for herself and $2,500 for the school's athletic program. Ruth's first attempt landed just short of the goal. With the crowd cheering her on, she adjusted the distance on her second attempt and the puck slid right into the corner of the cutout! Ruth is the first winner of the $5,000 Shot-on-Goal since its integration. Congratulations to Ruth and the Medford athletic program!

"These types of events encourage our communities to come out and support our student athletes," commented Heidi Reinhardt, Assistant Office Manager at Forward Bank in Medford. "It is also a unique way for us to connect with our communities while giving back in a fun and exciting way! We're so happy to have the first winner in Medford!"

Winter $5K Shots are occurring at high school hockey and basketball games in each of the communities Forward Bank serves. To see a full schedule of games, follow Forward Bank on Facebook (@ForwardBankWI).

Photo (left to right): Laceekae Johnson, Nathan Bilodeau, Ruth Searles, Dave Clark, Molly Knoll and Heidi Reinhardt