YORKTON KIDSPORT will host the first annual street hockey tournament called Sticks on Broadway Saturday May 5 at SIGN on Broadway.
The 16 team tournament which will run all day is a fundraising event raise money for the local KidSport program, says coordinator Amber. In the past the organization has limited much of its fund raising to hot dog sales and other small events, says Zaharia. An increased demand for assistance has outpaced fund raising, so KidSport has decided to stage a much larger event to raise more money for its programs, Zaharia explains.
In addition to the team entry fees, teams and players will be soliciting pledges from area residents to help raise funds for KidSport programs.
KidSport is a local organization established to help youngsters who might find it financially difficult to participate in sports. KidSports helps develop a positive aspect to youth activity in the city.
The entry fee for the Sticks on Broadway street hockey tournament is $300 per team. Each team can have a maximum of eight players. The event will be limited to 16 teams, Zaharia notes, so early registration is an asset. The registration deadline of Thursday, April 5 is approaching quickly. Teams who haven't yet registered might wan to do so soon.
The tournament schedule will have team registration at 9 a.m. Awards will follow the competition at 5:15 p.m. with a social to follow.
Each team will be guaranteed two games.
For more information or to register a team contact Amber Zaharia, Urban Youth Sport Coordinator at 828-2401 or go online to kidsportcanada.ca.
