Number of Participants: 20
Hours Donated: 2
Value of Time Served: $1,392
Event Type: Health & Medicine
Activity: Field Hockey
School: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Sr High School
Date: October 27, 2026
Location:
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School
Burnt Hills, NY
USA
About:
he Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (BHBL) Modified Field Hockey team closed out its season with more than just an impressive victory. On October 27, the Spartans celebrated a 7-0 win over Columbia while dedicating their final game to honoring cancer survivors, remembering those who have lost their lives, and raising awareness.
The special event demonstrated how young student-athletes can use sports as a platform to support meaningful causes and bring their community together.
Playing for a Purpose
While the Spartans delivered a strong performance on the field, the significance of the game extended far beyond the final score.
The team used its season finale as an opportunity to recognize individuals and families affected by cancer, celebrating survivors while remembering loved ones who have passed away.
By incorporating cancer awareness into their final game, the student-athletes demonstrated compassion, unity, and an understanding of the impact sports can have beyond competition.
Honoring Survivors and Remembering Loved Ones
Cancer awareness events provide an important opportunity for athletic teams and school communities to come together in support of those affected by the disease.
For BHBL’s modified field hockey players, the occasion served as a reminder that teamwork extends beyond the playing field.
The team’s efforts reflected the importance of supporting others, recognizing personal challenges, and using their voices to raise awareness.
A Meaningful End to the Season
BHBL Field Hockey celebrated the team’s accomplishments on social media, recognizing both the victory and the meaningful cause behind the event.
The Spartans’ dedication to honoring cancer survivors and remembering those lost provided a memorable conclusion to their season.





