FAQ

The RCCS Hockey Classic is a unique tournament, that challenges its participants in both fundraising and competitive hockey. It was founded in 2018 with the purpose of increasing awareness, support of RCCS, (Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society) and building community involvement through passion for hockey.

RCCS provides an array of services to cancer patients and their families, enabling them to secure the best possible medical care. Notably, among the myriad services offered by RCCS is medical referrals and support, as well as health insurance premium and medical subsidies, which provides patients with broader access to global oncologists and leaders in the cancer treatment field.

The games, playoffs, and championships will be played at Iceline Arena. Additionally, some games will be played at the Campus and PNY Sports Arenas.

All teams will compete in play in games. After those games are completed, teams will begin a single elimination playoff.

Each game will feature 3 twelve-minute periods with stopped time. All hockey penalties will be enforced according to the referee's discretion. There will be no checking allowed and any intentional checking will result in a penalty. Any fighting or inappropriate behavior will result in an immediate ejection from the tournament. All ties will result in a shootout.

Upon arrival on Sunday, players will be served lunch. Additional food, snacks, and drinks will be provided throughout the day.
On Sunday night, there will be a lavish Awards Ceremony Party for all of the players to be held at the Iceline arena tent. Food and drinks will be plentiful and players will be able to chill with their fellow teammates and RCCS Hockey Classic participants throughout the night.
Monday morning breakfast will be served at the Iceline. Meals, food, drinks, and snacks will be available throughout the day.

All of your hockey gear, change of clothes, pajamas, toiletries, phone charger, and Siddur/Tefillin. All gear-related incentives and swag will be distributed at the tournament.

Your commitment to the RCCS Hockey Classic will be confirmed upon filling out your registration form. By filling out the registration form, you are committing to meet your fundraising minimum by May 2nd, 2025. If you have not yet reached your minimum, the credit card that you provided at registration will be charged the difference.

A major highlight of the tournament has been the participation of the families as they have cheered on their fathers, husbands, brothers, and friends to victory. The excitement that the families have brought to the event has played a vital role in the growth of the RCCS Hockey Classic.