On October 12, 2024 the Irish Six hosted our annual Nick Smith Memorial Game vs Exeter Hawks.
Celebrating the life of our teammate and friend, Nicholas Smith, this special game not only honours Nick’s memory but is used to raise funds for the Nicholas Smith Memorial Foundation; a foundation Nick’s family set up in his memory.
Losing Nick wasn’t something anyone ever expected, and his loss has impacted so many people. The Irish Six organization sends all its support and love to the Smith Family who have rallied in many ways to ensure Nick’s memory lives on and his loss becomes a support to others who might be in need and suffering from deteriorating mental health.
The Foundation provides an award for a Lucan Minor Hockey player and a Lucan Irish Six Junior player each year called the Heart & Hustle award. It goes to a player who has overcome obstacles in their life. The Foundation advocates for enhanced mental health resources in communities.
This year, the team changed up our fundraising strategy from donating 50/50 proceeds from the night to a donation program. We had a donation bin at the Admission Gate, and team staff, executive members, and volunteers combed the stands seeking donation support for this worthy cause. President and GM Sandra Neubauer also walked the stands to solicit donations for a cause she deeply believes in. The results did outstrip the 50/50 proceeds from the previous year’s event by raising $400+ dollars for the charity.
We’d like to thank all the fans and friends and family that attended the game that night and especially our partners the Exeter Hawks.
We carry Nick in our hearts every day, and he will forever be a part of this organization and community.
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