KEARNEY, Neb. – As the Tri-City Storm get ready to battle the Chicago Steel in a two-game series this weekend, the organization is also preparing for a special appearance from Sean and Catherine Lowe of ABC’s The Bachelor Season 17.

As ‘The Bachelor’, Sean won the hearts of fans during the show’s early 2013 run. He and Catherine were married in January of 2014.

The appearance marks the second time a reality TV star has been at the Viaero Event Center, following “Mountain Man” of A&E’s Duck Dynasty, who came to Kearney in October 2013.

“We’re always looking for creative ways to drive traffic to the games beyond the game itself,” said Greg Shea, President of the Storm and Viaero Event Center. “The Bachelor Night is another example of blending sport and pop culture.”

The couple’s appearance is part of The Bachelor Night, presented by NTV, HyVee and Riddle’s Jewelry. Sean and Catherine will greet fans, sign autographs, and partake in a ceremonial puck drop at the start of the game.

In addition, HyVee will contribute to The Bachelor theme, distributing a rose to the first 100 female fans to enter the building after doors open at 6 p.m.

Saturday’s game gets underway at 7:05. Tickets are available at stormhockey.com or by calling 308.338.8011.