Despite the challenges of a worldwide pandemic you continued say FUCANCER and raise £10k for Maggie’s between 2020 & 2021. It is with great pleasure that the #FUCANCER team can confirm that STICK IT TO CANCER is due to return to the pitch!
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 and villains to unite in the fight against cancer. In addition to the festival there will be an after party at Eastside on George Street in Edinburgh.
WHEN IS IT?
Saturday 2nd 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 Eastside on George Street in Edinburgh.
WHO CAN PLAY?
Anyone aged 14+. Each team can have 10 registered players. This is a mixed tournament for all abilities. Please note the after party is only open to participants aged 18+ Sorry!
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
To enter a team, please complete the team registration form found here and arrange payment of the entry fee by Friday 17th June. Forms should be emailed to heather@fucancer.co.uk. The cost of entry is £200 and should be paid to at http://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 http://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.
I DON’T HAVE A TEAM – CAN I STILL TAKE PART?
YES! If you haven’t got a team but are keen to get involved please let us know and we will add you to one. The cost of entry as a single player is £20 per person. You can contact us via the Facebook page or contacting Heather on the details below.
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 and remember fancy dress is encouraged!
WHY DO IT?
All the money raised through SITC will go to Maggie’s Cancer Centre in Edinburgh. Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends.
GOT ANOTHER QUESTION?
No problem! If you need more information please contact Heather using the details below:
heather@fucancer.co.uk
07762 777 439
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