The Owen Sound Attack aren't going anywhere anytime soon.
The OHL team has secured a new 10-year lease agreement with the City of Owen Sound for the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre, which the team will continue to call home.
A release from the team states that the new lease kicks in on May 1, 2024, and the agreement has an option for a 5-year extension if the City and club wish to exercise that option.
The agreement will also have the Attack contribute more than $500,000 to future capital needs at the Bayshore Community Centre over the term of the 10-year lease.
“I want to thank the Owen Sound Attack Ownership Group for their continued support of our great city with this new 10-year lease agreement that is mutually beneficial to the City and the Club. The Club is an important economic and social organization to the City, and I applaud all they continue to do to promote Owen Sound within the City and beyond our city limits,” said City of Owen Sound Mayor, Ian Body. “In today’s ultra-competitive sports market, having an OHL team located here is a testament to the relationship we have for Canada’s National pastime and the support our community has for the Club. We look forward to what the future holds for both the City and the Club.”
“On behalf of the entire Owen Sound Attack organization, I would like to thank City of Owen Sound Council and staff for reaffirming their continued support of the Attack with this new 10-year lease agreement,” added Dr. Robert Severs, Attack Ownership Group President. “This agreement solidifies our commitment to the city and our great fans, ensuring that we can continue to provide thrilling hockey experiences while allowing us to continue our commitment to supporting community organizations and fostering community engagement for years to come.”