Yes, that is right.  I will be playing hockey for a four-hour shift as part of one continuous hockey game called the 11 Day Power Play Community Shift. The game, which will last for11 straight days at HarborCenter in Buffalo, New York from July 5 -15, 2018, will be played by more than 1,700 hockey players to raise critically-needed funds for important cancer causes.

These causes include cutting-edge cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; and supporting programs that improve quality of life for children, adults and families affected by cancer, provided by Camp Good Days of Western New York; and, granting wishes and amazing experiences to kids with life-threatening illnesses, including cancer, by Make-A-Wish Western New York.

I'm extremely proud to be part of a cause and community that refuses to sit on the bench while cancer's terror impacts everyone we know and love. Just because you don't skate doesn't mean that you can't make an impact. We know that the beauty of Buffalo is that we help one another when we can...If I can help by sashaying my over weight frame around the ice for four hours and make a fool of myself hopefullly you can also help by making a donation. Thank you to all my family that inspires me with your courage. Keep up the fight.

I have set a personal goal of [$500], and I am intent on exceeding it! Please consider making a donation today. No donation is too small, and every dollar adds up to something greater than any one of us could accomplish alone. To donate, visit my fundraising page at https://11daypowerplay.z2systems.com/np/clients/11daypowerplay/campaign.jsp?campaign=1&fundraiser=21775&, or send a check made out to The 11 Day PowerPlay to PO Box 4, Buffalo, NY 14223. Include a note directing your 100% tax deductible donation towards my goal.

If you would like to find out more about this event, check us out at 11daypowerplay.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to see our preparation in action! Together, we can help find cancer cures and better the lives of those living with cancer. Thank you for supporting me!

Sincerely,

Tubby Cleary

This summer, more than 1,700 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2018 11 Day Power Play Community Shift to help in the fight against cancer! The 11-day game will be played in continuous, four-hour shifts at HarborCenter in Buffalo, New York. Each shift will feature two new teams. The purpose of this important event is to raise critically-needed funds for important local cancer causes, including: cutting-edge cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; supporting programs that improve quality of life for children, adults and families affected by cancer through Camp Good Days; and, granting wishes and amazing experiences to kids with life-threatening illnesses, including cancer, by Make-A-Wish Western New York. Although it may be physically challenging for our players to play four continuous hours of hockey, it will be a walk in the park compared to what some people have to endure in their battle against cancer. Cancer is a disease that touches everyone, and The 11 Day Power Play wants to make a difference, a big difference. You can help make a big difference by supporting our players' efforts in The 11 Day Power Play Community Shift.

As part of our fundraising efforts, we also offer various corporate sponsorships, providing value greatly in excess of the financial contribution. Please contact Sara Schumacher at sara@11daypowerplay.com or 716-830-3805 for more information. Team sponsorships start at $1,100 and are first come, first serve. 

Proceeds of the 11 Day Power Play Community Shift will benefit our local families while supporting cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Make-A-Wish WNY and Camp Good Days.

Donations are graciously accepted either online or by check. Please write checks out to 'The 11 Day Power Play' and send to PO Box 4 Buffalo NY 14223.

Find out more about this event, or the 2017 World’s Longest Hockey Game, at www.11daypowerplay.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.