Number of Participants: 40
Hours Donated: 20
Value of Time Served: $6,760
Event Type: Health & Medicine
Sport: Field Hockey
School: Patchogue-Medford High School
Date: September 23, 2024
Location:
Patchogue-Medford High School
Buffalo Avenue, Medford
NY
About:
On Monday, September 23rd, the Pat-Med Raider Field Hockey team will host its 17th annual “Stick it to Cancer” fundraiser as part of the “Play 4 A Cure” initiative. This long-standing event brings together both the Varsity and JV teams, along with a dedicated group of around 40 student-athletes and team managers. Over the years, it has grown into a cherished tradition, involving not only the current team but also alumni and former players’ families who return each year to support the cause.
The student-athletes play a pivotal role in every aspect of the event. From creating raffle baskets and soliciting donations from local businesses to selling tickets throughout the community, their efforts are vital to the fundraiser’s success. In the days leading up to the game, players promote the event on social media, sell tickets to faculty, staff, and students, and engage their families and friends in supporting this meaningful cause. Additionally, the players bake and bring snacks for sale at the event to raise even more funds.
On game day, the team helps set up tables and tents, decorates the venue, and manages various stations during the games. JV players work during the Varsity game and vice versa, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Their responsibilities don’t end there — they also handle clean-up, raffle basket deliveries, and the drawing of winners. Each player has dedicated at least six hours of volunteer time, with many contributing even more if they sold on additional days.
This event is much more than just a fundraiser — it’s a community celebration. Booster club parents provide tremendous support, and the entire field hockey family comes together to contribute to the cause. The tradition has fostered a spirit of unity and compassion that resonates throughout the team, extending to alumni who continue to participate even years after they’ve graduated.
“Stick it to Cancer” is just one of many community service events that the Pat-Med Raider Field Hockey team participates in each year. Their commitment to making a difference in the community reflects the core values of teamwork, service, and dedication. Stay tuned for more updates and photos from this event and a list of other community service endeavors that the team is involved in throughout the year.
We hope to see you there on Monday as we come together to “Play 4 A Cure” and support this incredible cause!
