Hello everyone and thank you for considering a donation!

When my dad first asked me to do the 11 day power play with him I immediately said no thinking there’s no way I can tough it out and skate for 3 hours straight. However, the reality of it is there are people who fight this horrible disease day in and day out and would give anything to just “tough it out for 3 hours”.  

As an occupational therapist serving children in the Buffalo area, one  of my personal goals to help out and give back to these families any way that I can. When I found out that the money raised goes to Roswell Park, Make a Wish, and Camp Good Days, I knew I couldn’t say no.

My hope is to raise money for this event for all those affected by cancer.

Please consider donating to this amazing cause if you haven’t already. Any amount helps.

In Honor of my Uncle “Bert” James Bottlinger, and Aunt Christine Zawodzinski who are both badass cancer survivors and In memory of Grandpa Tom Zawodzinski, Grandpa Bob Seward, and Papa Vincent Paternosh who lost their fight but remain strong in our hearts  ❤️

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.