Pucks for Purpose: More Than a Game

For its third year, small-town institution St. Francis Xavier University aims to have another successful season fueled by passion, drive, and commitment to giving back through a student-led non-profit. The Pucks for Purpose Classic is back, and bigger than ever. A rivalry hockey game between Business and Art & Science students will take place at the Keating Centre, with both teams competing in front of what is expected to be a sold-out crowd.

“Pucks for Purpose is about more than just a game. It unites our tight-knit community in support of our two incredible charities. At X, we love to have a good time, but we’re also all about supporting those around us. My favourite part about P4P is how it does exactly that. We’re able to come together, have a ton of fun, and make a huge impact within our community. For me, Pucks for Purpose has been the highlight of my time at X. I absolutely love how passionate each and every one involved is about the cause and the impact we’re creating together. Looking ahead to March, we’re super excited to once again pack the Keating Centre in a clash of the faculties, and see which side comes out on top”. - Kaleb Boats

Over the past two years, Pucks for Purpose (P4P) has raised more than $185,000 for two meaningful charities: the Canadian Cancer Society and Motionball for Special Olympics. In its first year in 2024, the event raised $55,000, bringing together the community, campus life and valued partners for a meaningful cause. The following year, the executive team set out with a clear mission, bigger and better. In 2025, St. Francis Xavier University became the first Canadian university to introduce a women’s charity hockey game. P4P more than doubled its initial total, raising an impressive $130,000.

“Being a player on Women’s Business has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my athletic career and my time at StFX. Not only does the women’s game do wonders for the female athletes that step on the ice to an arena full of their classmates cheering them on, but it also shows young girls in the community that women’s sports are something to be celebrated. I decided to join the women’s business team because I’ve seen firsthand the impact sports can make in making someone feel welcomed and a part of a community, and Pucks for Purpose has done exactly that”. - Kate Parker

The teams have already begun practicing and preparing for a game you won’t want to miss. The full roster for the women’s and men’s teams from both Business and Art-Sci have been selected to represent their faculties. The women will lace up their skates on March 18th, with the men following on March 20th.

The Men’s Business and Women’s Art-Science teams look to defend their championship titles from last year, while their opponents aim to dethrone the 2025 champions in an event that has already sold over 2,000 tickets.