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For the love of the game and the fight against cancer: The 11 Day Power Play
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Every year, hockey players come from around New York state and the nation for the 11 Day Power Play — a special game that lasts 11 days and raises money for cancer research. The score doesn't matter, but the game is vital more than you can imagine to...
‘We have surpassed $1.6 million’: 11 Day Power Play announces fundraiser total
WKBW- BUFFALO, N.Y. — After more than 250 consecutive hours of hockey and $1.6 million raised for cancer research and patient support, this year’s 11 Day Power Play has officially wrapped up their weeklong game. Read more here
11 Day Power Play raises $1.6 million for battle against cancer
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — More than 2,500 hockey players have been lacing up their skates the past several days all for a great cause. Sunday marked the closing ceremonies for the 11 Day Power Play. “Warm hearts on cold ice” is how one spectator described the 11 Day...
Hit the ice for the annual 11 Day Power Play hockey tournament
Spectrum News 1- Earlier this month, Spectrum News 1 introduced you to the 11 Day Power Play, an annual hockey tournament in Western New York that features thousands of skaters hitting the ice, all for a good cause. One of those skaters is a familiar face - our own...
11 Day Power Play continuing strong fundraising efforts in 8th year
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The 11 Day Power Play is going strong as it heads into the home stretch this weekend. The event has raised over $10 million since its inception in 2017 with $6 million being donated to Roswell Park Research and Wellness programs. Read more...
“Everyone is affected by cancer” Day 6 of the 11 Day Power Play kicks off
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — At the Harbor Center, more than 2,500 hockey players are lacing up their skates, picking up their sticks and playing with a purpose. “The community has embraced the 11 Day Power Play, everyone is affected by cancer,” said Amy Lesakowski,...
2024 Petey Fund Recipient
Last night, we awarded our first ever beneficiary of our new annual Petey Fund – created as a way to recognize more worthy causes and organizations in our community that share our mission of eradicating cancer and caring for patients and their families. We’re proud to...
11 Day Power Play Begins
WGRZ- a fundraiser for local organizations like Roswell Park comprehensive cancer center, Make-a-wish, camp good days, and Roswell Park and Oshei children's cancer Watch here
Puck Drops on the 11 Day Power Play Thursday in Buffalo
92.9 WBUF- What started as a way to show appreciation for a loved one’s fight against cancer has become one of the most beloved fundraisers in Buffalo. Read more here
2024 11 Day Power Play kicks off Thursday at Harborcenter
Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Thursday marks the return of the 11 Day Power Play, which has become a staple of Western New York summers for local hockey players. This year marks the seventh year the event has been held since the inaugural event in 2017 that set a new...