This year I will be participating in another 11 Day Power play Community Shift. Last year we raised over $1.2 million dollars for Cancer research. I would like to thank everyone who helped us make such an impact with your donations for such a wonderful cause. I am asking you all for help in doing it again!!! This year I am hoping to raise my goal of $500 or more. I will be playing a 4 hour shift in honor of my Grandmother Marjorie and my Aunt Barbara. Both have had cancer and have fought it to the fullest. Unfortunately they are no longer with us. My team and I are honored to raise money and continue the fight against cancer for them and anyone who is battling this terrible disease. Hopefully together, we can find a cure and soon enough. Thank you again for past donations and future!!!!!!!!!

This summer, more than 2,500 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2019 11 Day Power Play Community Shift to help in the fight against cancer! The 11-day game will be played in continuous shifts at Harborcenter in Buffalo, NY. This important event supports The 11 Day Power Play, raising critically-needed funds for cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Camp Good Days and Make-A-Wish WNY. While it is physically challenging to play in a marathon hockey game, it's a walk in the park compared to what most endure in their battle against cancer. Cancer is a disease that touches everyone, and The 11 Day Power Play wants to make an impact in our community. In the past two years, The 11 Day Power Play has raised nearly $2.5 million supporting cancer causes in Western New York.

Donations are graciously accepted online or by check. Please write checks out to 'The 11 Day Power Play' and send to PO Box 4, Buffalo, NY 14223. If you are interested in a sponsorship, contact Sara Schumacher today.

To learn more about the 11 Day Power Play organization, visit www.11daypowerplay.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.