Vince Gill joins ice hockey charity's board of directors
Country music star VINCE GILL is putting his passion for sports to good use by joining an ice hockey team charity in Nashville, Tennessee.
The veteran singer was announced as a new member of the Nashville Predators Foundation on Thursday (02Sep14). Gill will work on a special scholarship program in conjunction with the team to give local youngsters the chance to join training schemes.
The musician's new role will also give him the chance to commentate at games and chat with other hockey fans.
Gill says in a statement, "I've been involved with the Nashville Predators since I first heard that an NHL (National Hockey League) franchise was on its way to Nashville. I've seen the incredible work that the Nashville Predators Foundation does in the community, and while we've worked together in the past, I'm looking forward to continuing to build and strengthen that relationship in the weeks and months ahead. Along with that involvement, I'm excited to join the Preds broadcast group to talk hockey and interact with some of the Predators' great fans."