Stick It To Cancer
Hockey Tournament

Saturday 6th July 2024

Entries for Stick It To Cancer are now open. For any information e-mail us on info@fucancer.co.uk

Stick it to Cancer (SITC) is a fun, fancy dress themed hockey tournament designed to raise funds for Maggie’s. SITC will offer hockey teams the opportunity to participate in a Round Robin tournament. We also serve food, host a raffle and have face painting on the day. There is an after party dinner in the centre of Edinburgh after the tournament.

Where?

The hockey festival will take place at Edinburgh Accies pitches on East Fettes Avenue (directions).

When?

Saturday 6th July 2024 – all day! Specific timings will be sent nearer the date.

For Maggie’s

All the money we raise goes to The Maggie's Cancer Centre in Edinburgh. The Centre is located in the grounds of the Western General Hospital. Maggie's helps to provide emotional, practical and social support for anyone touched by Cancer.

FAQs

Who can play?

Anyone aged 14+. Each team can have a maximum of 10 registered players. This is a mixed tournament for all abilities. Please note anyone aged below 18 will not be able to attend the evening celebration. Sorry!

How much does it cost?

The cost of entry is approximately £200 per team. Please note any teams with more than 10 players will have to pay an additional fee per person. You can submit and pay for your entry on the website. For alternative methods of payment please contact us. There will also be dinner with a live band at Apex Grassmarket this year. Tickets for the dinner are £35 and include a 3 course meal. There is a £10 discount for any players or volunteers attending the dinner, discount codes will be provided when entering a team.

How do I enter a team?

Entires will open in Spring 2024. You’ll be able to enter on the website when the time comes. Any queries should be sent via our contact form. Entries close approx 2 weeks before.

What do I need to take part?

You are expected to provide your own equipment. We would advise wearing shin pads, mouth guard and appropriate sports clothing/fancy dress. Balls will be supplied. Don’t forget your stick!

Don’t have a team?

If you haven’t got a team but are keen to get involved please enter as an individual and we’ll assign you a team.

Why do it?

All the money raised through SITC will go to Maggie’s. Maggie’s provides free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends.

Can I volunteer at the event?

Absolutely. You can send us your details via our Volunteering page or filling in the contact form.

Your support matters

Donating

If you are unable to take part in our events and simply want to support Maggie's and our ongoing fundraising efforts you can donate here.

July 2019

First time I’d attended and played - great event, enjoyed the hockey but really liked that I was contributing to such a worthwhile cause.

Participant at Stick It To Cancer