What: “Ruck Cancer” is an annual rugby 10’s tournament hosted by the Uticuse Rugby Club. The purpose of this event is to raise funds for local charities and organizations dedicated to helping persons affected by cancer. Over the years, thanks to generous sponsors and passionate participants, Ruck Cancer has raised over $40,000 to support local charities and individuals facing the challenges of cancer. A food truck will be available throughout the day.
Where: O’Conner Park – 301 Velasko Rd. Syracuse, NY.
When: Saturday, June 7th. 9:30 am to approximately 3:30 pm
About the Uticuse Rugby Club
Uticuse Rugby Club has a rich history of supporting the growth of Women’s+ Rugby in Central New York. Uticuse was born in 2008 of the Syracuse Harlots and the Utica Hellbenders – two clubs that, instead of fighting for players, joined together to become a dominant force in D2 Women’s+ Rugby, hence the name Uti-Cuse! Now the team is comprised of members from all over Central New York, and has joined forces with CNY Rugby, Inc. to provide youth, highschool, women’s+, and men’s rugby teams all within one organization in Syracuse, NY.
About Cancer Connects
CancerConnects, Inc., is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization incorporated in NYS in 2006, under the guidance and support of physicians, staff and cancer survivors/patients of Hematology-Oncology Associates of Central New York, P.C.. The organization is dedicated to empowering adult cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers throughout Central and Northern New York. Their mission of providing free programs, resources, and guidance is vital to helping patients navigate their cancer journeys. Proceeds from the tournament and sponsors will be donated to Cancer Connects.
