Tag: Sport

July jolly hockey sticks fundraiser for Maggie’s

What is Stick it to Cancer?

‘Stick it to Cancer’ (SITC) is a fun hockey tournament designed to raise funds for Maggie’s. SITC will offer hockey teams the opportunity to participate in a Round Robin tournament. Teams are encouraged to dress as a super heroes to unite in the fight against cancer. In addition to the festival there will be an evening celebration at the Stewart Melville Clubhouse.

When is it?

Saturday 9th July. Registration is 9.00 – 9.30am with the first fixture starting at 10.00am. The tournament will run to 5.00pm. The evening celebration will start at 7.00pm and finish at 1.00am.

Where is it?

The hockey tournament will be at Edinburgh Academy’s Hockey pitches on East Fettes Avenue. The evening celebrations will take place at the Stewart Melville Rugby Clubhouse.

Who can play?

Anyone aged 14+. Each team can have a maximum of 10 registered players. This is a mixed tournament for all abilities. Please note anyone aged below 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the evening celebration.

How do I get involved?

To enter a team, please download a team registration form using the link here:

http://fucancer.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/SITC-Participants.pdf

and arrange payment of the entry fee by Friday 24th June.

Completed forms should be emailed to heather@fucancer.co.uk. The cost of entry is £200 and should be paid to at www.paypal.me/heatherfucancer Please use the Team Captain’s Name as a Reference for payment.

How much does it cost?

The cost of entry is £200 per team. Payment using Debit or Credit card can be made at www.paypal.me/heatherfucancer Please note if you use a credit card to send money, a fee of 3.4% + 20p applies. For alternative method of payment please contact Heather.

What do I get for taking part?

Each team will have a timetable of fixtures to compete in on the day of the tournament. Each player will receive a Maggie’s Wrist Band. The Team Registration also covers entry into the Stewart Melville Rugby Clubhouse on the evening of the festival where celebrations will continue.

What do I need to take part?

You are expected to provide your own equipment. We would advise to wear shin pads, gum shield and appropriate sports clothing. Please see the rules regarding goalkeeper requirements. Balls will be supplied. Don’t forget your stick!!

Why do it?

All the money raised through SITC will go to Maggie’s. Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends.

I have more questions, who can I speak to?

Please feel free to contact Heather at heather@fucancer.co.uk or 07762 777 439.