Islanders to Host Hockey Fights Cancer Night on Nov. 23

The New York Islanders are showing their support in the fight against cancer when the team hosts its annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night at UBS Arena on Saturday, Nov. 23, when the Isles host the St. Louis Blues.

A series of special elements and activities will be featured in-arena in support of those who are currently fighting, have overcome or have lost the battle against cancer. The UBS Arena lanterns will be illuminated lavender to set the scene, while the dasher boards will turn lavender to support the cause.

“What the New York Islanders and the NHL does, it’s something really important that needs to continue,” Casey Cizikas said. “Cancer has affected everybody in their lifetime, it’s not easy when someone you love is going through something like that.”

Isles Lab and the Isles Pro Shop will be selling limited-edition lavender Hockey Fights Cancer merchandise.

CEREMONIAL PUCK DROP AND MILITARY HERO

The ceremonial puck drop will feature Islanders employee of 15 years, Bobby Marsala, who is currently undergoing treatment for lung cancer.

The Military Hero of the Game presented by Ford is a cancer survivor.

JERSEY AUCTION

To raise awareness and provide funding for support, the Islanders and Northwell are holding a Hockey Fights Cancer Jersey Auction, open now through Dec. 1 at 10 p.m.

Lavender Islanders jerseys will be signed by the corresponding player and the winner will receive two tickets to the home game on Monday, December 23, 2024 or Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at UBS Arena.

Bid HERE

Proceeds will benefit the Islanders Children’s Foundation and the Northwell Health Foundation.

FUNDRAISERS

A mystery puck fundraiser will be held on Saturday, where autographed pucks will be available for purchase for $50 at the Community Relations table located between sections 109-110. All pucks are autographed and concealed. Proceeds will benefit the Islanders Children’s Foundation and the evening's Hockey with a Heart Charities: American Cancer Society, V Foundation and the Northwell Health Foundation (Northwell Cancer Institute).

The 50/50 raffle will also benefit Hockey Fight Cancer Night's Hockey with a Heart partners. The National Bone Marrow Registry will also be tabling at the game, with information on how fans can make a difference by participating in the Bone Marrow Registry Drive.

PLACARD MOMENT

In conjunction with Stand Up 2 Cancer, the Islanders are strong support in the fight against cancer and will hold a special placard moment in the second media timeout in the first period of Saturday’s game.

Fans can fill out a blank placard HERE or in-person at the Community Relations Table located between sections 109-110 to write the name of a loved one who is fighting, an inspirational message of encouragement.

A photo op station will be available nearby for guests to take photos and hold their placards.

DAY OF BEAUTY GUESTS

On October 24, the Islanders and Northwell treated 10 breast cancer survivors and thrivers to luxurious spa treatments at the Garden City Hotel for a Day of Beauty.

The women, who celebrated their shared resilience alongside the emotional support of Islanders wives and girlfriends at the event, were invited to Saturday’s game to enjoy Hockey Fights Cancer Night.

HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER SKATE

The Hockey Fights Cancer Skate will take place at Northwell Presents The Park at UBS Arena, a special event where pediatric cancer survivors, healthcare heroes and first responders will take the ice at 4 p.m.

Northwell is supporting over 100 participants including survivors and their family members.

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