WORCESTER, Mass. - The Worcester Railers are hosting an "Autism Acceptance Night" on Friday, the first game of its kind for in professional hockey in Worcester.

During the game, the Railers will not be using the goal horn and will turn down the volume on the public address system and jumbotron videos. The lights will stay bright, and there will not be any spotlight or any flashing lights.

It's a night and game that the organization is looking forward to. 

"The hockey is for everyone slogan is a big one that's been going around a lot of organizations, and it really rings true here in Worcester," said head coach and general manager. Jordan Lavallee-Smotherman. "We want to make sure that there's an opportunity for everyone to come out and enjoy the sport of hockey.  So for us to have an autism awareness night is a big piece of what we're all about in Worcester."

"I've said it many times, it's so much bigger than the game of hockey itself," said Railers captain Anthony Repaci. "A lot of kids that don't get the opportunity to play, they're a little less fortunate. So for us to be able to help and give back to the community, it's huge for us and the whole organization."

The puck drop for Friday's game is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.