Hockey and football fans will come together at SAP Center on Friday, January 23, as the San Jose Sharks host a Bay Area Unite game featuring the San Francisco 49ers. The event is presented by Ticketmaster and coincides with the Sharks’ matchup against the New York Rangers at 7 p.m.
Attendees will receive a football-inspired “Shirsey” that combines designs from both the Sharks and 49ers, provided by Ticketmaster. The Bay Area Unite initiative aims to bring together local sports organizations to celebrate community ties and regional culture.
Tim Patnode, Manager of Marketing Programs for the San Jose Sharks, said, “Our Bay Area sports teams have a powerful way of bringing people together across the region. Bay Area Unite celebrates that connection by rallying our communities around the pride, passion, and spirit that define the Bay Area.”
Caleb Homeres, Senior Director of Brand and Integrated Marketing at the San Francisco 49ers, added, “This night is about recognizing the passion that runs throughout the Bay Area. Teaming up with the Sharks gives us a great opportunity to celebrate our fans during such an important year, when this region is on the world’s stage hosting Super Bowl and World Cup.”
The event will feature appearances from former 49ers player Tom Rathman—two-time Super Bowl champion and member of the team’s Hall of Fame—who will sign autographs before the game at South Bar, drop the ceremonial first puck, and take part in an intermission interview. The 49ers mascot Sourdough Sam will join S.J. Sharkie for pregame photos and presentations. Members of the Gold Rush Cheerleaders will also be present for photo opportunities.
Fans can expect additional themed entertainment throughout game night. Tickets are available through sharks.nhl.com or at SAP Center’s box office. Doors open 90 minutes before puck drop.
