I got asked to play in a charity game today...

[adavis]

anybody else here ever done this? A buddy of mine sent me an email asking that I play at the end of this month earlier today and its for a friend of his recently diagnosed with cancer. I'm just kind of curious what to expect, this should be some very high level hockey and because of what little I know of it I was hoping to hear some thoughts.

[Inferno]

I play on the fire department team for the city I work in, and we do charity games against the police, "Guns and Hoses" several times a year. Just go out have fun and put on a little show. And remember it is for charity and enjoy!

[jf-laflaire]

My favorite reason to play. Really, everyone is just in a good mood.

Hope for the best for your friend with cancer. In our thoughts & prayers, not just for him but for his family & friends.

I wish more of this stuff happened [the charity thing, not the cancer] with hockey. Sports is such a great way to connect people to do good things.

Have a blast.

[jambon20]

Usually a light-hearted, entirely offensive (goal scoring, not ... oh, nevermind) shindig. Depends on who's running it and the crowd, but sometimes a few shenanigans for the crowd.
Mostly... just try to make some flashy saves and get to know your d-men in the room.... after the game, because you won't see them during

[hcw3]

I played in a charity sled hockey game last year, it was a lot of fun. Made some good saves despite being strapped into what could only be described as and anchor of death. Not the same thing, but worthwhile nonetheless.

[Avant-Gardien]

Yup, played in one a couple of years ago. It was a really great time, the game was competitive - I'd played previously with everyone before, but it seems like they all raised their battle level for the charity game, and it was really fun to do the same.