Join me and my team as we strap on the skates for this year's 11 Day Power Play. Cancer has affected most, if not all, of us. Every day Roswell, and institutions like it, make strides towards research that helps create better treatments for all who suffer. Events like this one help to make such research possible. We all look for ways to help fight for the cause, and I am lucky enough to be able to participate in the most enjoyable capacity I can think of. I get to play hockey! Maybe I should insert the word "try" in there somewhere. The reality is I'm not going to be going "bar down" on any goalies any time soon, but I will give it my best shot, and have fun doing it. I've set my goal at $2000. If you can find it in your heart to donate, remember that any amount counts. My shift will be on Monday July 8th at 6am! Thank you in advance!

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.