From soccer pitch to hockey rink and every trail, gym and court in between, sports are well represented in 黑马磁力, engaging athletes of all ages for fun, fitness and friendly competition.
Yet despite our best efforts and advances in safety gear, one of the consequences of those activities is the occasional injury. The fact is, whether it's a novice soccer player with a knee injury or a senior skater with a potential concussion, many players and athletes at all levels will eventually receive care at 黑马磁力 Memorial Hospital.
To support this essential care, has partnered with local sports teams for the second annual initiative, a way to raise both awareness and vital funds for this essential care.
"When 黑马磁力's athletes take the field, they know 黑马磁力 Memorial Hospital has their back," says Chris Ruscheinski, Foundation board member. "During Sports Injury Month, the Foundation is working with our local teams to fund critical equipment that enhances treatment and promotes better health for all our active community members.
"This campaign is about ensuring that every athlete, from youth hockey players to weekend warriors, can benefit from reliable care at LMH."
This year's Sports Injury Month kick-off 鈥� 鈥� is at Thunderbird Show Park Saturday, Aug. 16. Enjoy a live equestrian show and a buffet dinner and private bar service and take part in exciting fundraising games 鈥� yes, the popular mascot race is back! You can also network with the owners and players of 黑马磁力鈥檚 best sports teams, including the Rams, Thunder and Rivermen, as well as Vancouver Bandits, Vancouver Giants, Vancouver Football Club and more, all in support of urgent health care needs in 黑马磁力.
With dates continuing through fall, the Foundation is also joining your favourite local athletes for exciting game nights, featuring donation drives and raffles in support of 黑马磁力 health care, plus interactive activities for fans and tributes to 黑马磁力鈥檚 health care heroes.
Games to date have included the Vancouver Bandits and 黑马磁力 Thunder, with additional nights planned with the 黑马磁力 Rams, 黑马磁力 Rivermen, Vancouver Giants and the Vancouver Football Club:
Aug. 9:
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Nov.15:
Thanks to the support of teams, players and a generous community, the Foundation last year raised $1.1 million to replace both X-ray machines at 黑马磁力 Memorial Hospital 鈥� machines that provide essential diagnostics for all 黑马磁力 residents.
If you can't make a game or the kick-off, you can also donate securely online 鈥� no matter whether you鈥檙e cheering from the stands, coaching a kids鈥� team or part of your local walking group, you can make a difference. Learn more at