Stop Concussions

JNJ - Corporate Hockey Tournament
2023-04-22 - 2023-04-24
We are looking forward to hosting the 39th J&J group of companies to TORONTO, ONTARIO.
Looking to create your own corporate hockey tournament – ask us!

Niagara Paramedics Hockey Tournament
2023-03-22 - 2023-03-24 | Gale Centre Niagara, 5152 Thorold Stone Rd, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
We are excited to announce that we will once again be hosting the Niagara Paramedics Hockey Tournament, along with the Canadian Spinal Research Organization.
Sponsorship available by emailing toni@stopconcussions.com for details. Help us reach our goal this year!

Slap Shot joins the HHOF Weekend
2022-11-12 19:30 - 23:30 UTC | Bottom Line Toronto, 22 Front st. next to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto, M5J 1C4, Canada
Slap Shot joins the HHOF Weekend
TICKETS
Some of the cast and crew from the iconic Slap Shot Movie are joining us, in Toronto, for some Hockey Hall of Fame weekend fun! November 11 and 12! Bring on the foil and join us!
Yes, that is right! Right here in Toronto you can meet some of the cast*: Dave Hanson, Captain Johnny Upton (aka Allan Nicholls) Hanrahan (aka Chris Murney), Andre Bergeron (aka Jean Tetreault) Dave “Killer” Carlson (aka Jerry Houser) and Billy Charlesbois (aka Guido Tenesi) …more to be announced in the next few days.
The boys will attend the Sports Card Expo Friday November 11 and 12th! Details and times to be announced.
Exclusive party at the Bottom Line Restaurant where you can be one of the lucky ones to join us at this one-of-a-kind event!
Call us at 416-828-2929 or email info@stopconcussions.com to reserve your spot.
All in support of StopConcussions and CONNECTED Mental Health.
More details to follow. BUY TICKETS HERE
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*players subject to appear

Brandon's Marathon
2022-11-06
DONATE HERE

Hi there, my name is Brandon. I am a former junior hockey player who has experienced multiple concussions. I sustained my most severe concussion in January 2019. This concussion resulted from a hit in a Junior B hockey game, and at the time I did not realize I had a concussion. Symptoms started to be noticeable one week after the hit and progressed for the next month. After two months of some concussion rehabilitation I was starting to feel better and was eager to return to sport and normal everyday activities. It was in July 2019 that I learned I returned too soon. After receiving a small bump in a pickup hockey game, my symptoms slowly started to come back. During the course of the summer, I tried to ignore the symptoms thinking they would go away after a month. However, these symptoms persisted and progressively got worse. In October 2019, the symptoms were so severe that I made the decision to pause my post-secondary education and start weekly treatments for my concussion. This was a dark and lonely time with no end in sight. I was not sure if I would ever recover as concussions do not have a timeline. I am fortunate that my concussion rehabilitation was successful and that I am now fully healed. My rehabilitation is largely due to treatment I received at Shift Concussion Clinic and the access to resources such as the Stopconcussions Foundation. Now that I am healed, my goal is to help spread awareness on concussions and preventative measures that can be implemented to prevent a concussion. My goal is not to change the game of hockey or any other contact sports. I among many others enjoy the nature of the game and would like to see the physicality continue to be part of it. Therefore, my goal is to educate athletes on preventive measures regarding a concussion, as well the correct steps to take after receiving a concussion. If I had the knowledge on concussions that I do now when I initially got one, I would have healed in a much shorter time frame. Joining the Stopconcussions Foundation will help me contribute to the foundation’s goal of changing the mindset of athletes, not the game

Brandon is running for Stop Concussions ! Please support him in his run at this years’ Hamilton Marathon!
My name is Brandon and I will be running the Hamilton Marathon on November 6th, 2022. Growing up I was highly active and played competitive hockey. I continued pursuing my passion for the game in University where I went on to play Junior B hockey for the St. Thomas Stars.
My time with the St. Thomas Stars was cut short. In January 2019, I sustained a hit and went directly into the boards while skating quickly up the ice. Initially, the hit only raised concerns in relation to my shoulder. Without serious concern, I returned to the game. It wasn’t until three days later that I began to feel concussion symptoms. I have suffered two concussions prior, but this one was different. I was sensitive to light. My balance was off. I had convinced myself that the symptoms would only last a week and slowly diminish day by day.
Fast forward months down the road as the symptoms persisted. I tried to block them out and continue with my normal routine until it became unbearable. My academic studies came to a pause when I decided it was time to move home and seek treatment. I was recommended to Shift Concussion Management in Guelph, Ontario to receive treatment. This is where I learned that I was suffering from post-concussion syndrome and that my vestibular system was all out of sorts. Hearing that my life as I knew it had to come to a complete and utter standstill was a tough pill to swallow for the active and energetic kid that I was. Rigid guidelines were put in place to kick off this long, slow, and frankly, agonizing recovery.
The first month of this process was extremely difficult. No phone, computers, television, exercise, going out, or playing the guitar. My only form of entertaining pastimes included podcasts, and even that was limited. This was an extremely tough time in my life, and I had hit an all-time low. As time passed, I began to notice minor improvements, bringing me to the next phase of the recovery process – reintroducing physical activity. A common component of concussion treatment is known as the “Buffalo Treadmill Test,” where one gradually increases treadmill speed and heart rate up until the point at which the onset of symptoms begins. Much like training for a marathon, my rehabilitation experience was nothing short of a mental battle. It was at this point that I fell in love with running and told myself that when I recover, I will run a Marathon.
Three years later, I am fully recovered and preparing for my third marathon with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon. I am extremely grateful for Shift Concussion Management. Without their team, specifically Scott Haller and Joe Pendleton, I would not be where I am today. I would also like to thank Kerry Goulet, the founder of Stop Concussions, who was always there to speak to me during my most difficult times.
I am now fundraising for the organization that helped me and continues to help many other athletes affected by concussions. I ask kindly that you can contribute any amount that you feel comfortable with to this great organization.
Thank you,
Brandon Cooper

Race website: https://www.hamiltonmarathon.ca/
Fundraiser Page: DONATE HERE

ONE HOCKEY - OMAHA, NEBRASKA
2022-10-21 - 2022-10-23 | Liberty First Credit Union Arena, 7300 Q S, OMAHA, 68127, United States
ONE HOCKEY – OMAHA, NEBRASKA – StopConcussions is super excited to be a part of this great tournament in Omaha, Nebraska!
We will be there to raise funds and awareness for concussions and mental health. Stop by and meet Director, Kerry Goulet.
OneHockey: Since 2003, OneHockey has been hosting the most organized, competitive and entertaining ice hockey tournaments in North America. We have grown from hosting 4 tournaments annually to more than 20 in just 3 years. OneHockey’s outstanding reputation was established by hosting AAA elite boys tournaments. Due to increasing customer demand, we have added AA, A and B/House level events to our lineup as well. To deepen our customer reach, OneHockey has also added several tournament/showcase options for girls, high school teams and adults.
What separates OneHockey from other tournament groups? First, our tournaments are very organized so the players, parents and coaches feel assured that no details are ever overlooked. Scouts always attend our events, especially our showcases. OneHockey offers the most entertaining tournaments in North America. As soon as you walk through the doors of the arena, you will know this isn’t an average ice hockey tournament. You will hear the music coming from the lobby and rinks, you will see the mascots and the children dancing along with them, our OneHockey expo will be in full swing and you will know you are at a OneHockey tournament.
OneHockey offers in season tournaments that are sanctioned by USA Hockey and Hockey Canada. Additionally, we offer off season events during the spring and summer months that full teams can attend as well as individual players (free agents). Our recent partnership with the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union), provide 3 or more tournaments annually for teams to choose from.

Hanson and Upton of Slap Shot join WHA 50th Anniversary
2022-10-07 19:00 - 23:30 | Buffalo Bills, 4122 Village Green, Whistler, British Columbia, V8E 1G9
Hanson and Upton of Slap Shot join WHA 50th Anniversary
October 7, 2022 at Buffalo Bills Restaurant in Whistler come join us for a screening of the movie Slap Shot. Special guests from the legendary cast will include: Dave Hanson and Captain Johnny Upton (aka Allan Nicholls). We will host a Slap Shot Hotstove chat all about the movie and the behind the scene stories. Participate in our silent and live auction items from the movie including an opportunity to take home a copy of the original screen play written by the one and only Nancy Dowd.
DAVE HANSON is coming to Whistler on October 7-9 for the WHA 50th Anniversary
Dave played 33 games in the National Hockey League between 1978 and 1980, and 103 games in the World Hockey Association between 1977 and 1979.
He was originally cast as “Dave ‘Killer’ Carlson” in the 1977 film Slap Shot, but when Jack Carlson was unable to perform because his team was in the playoffs, Hanson was recast as “Jack Hanson”, one of the Hanson Brothers. Professional actor Jerry Houser was then cast as “Killer”, the character based on Dave Hanson. Hanson appeared in several other films, and won a “DVD Premiere Award”, along with fellow Hanson Brothers Steve and Jeff Carlson (brothers of Jack Carlson), for his part in the 2002 sequel Slap Shot 2: Breaking the Ice.
Captain Johnny Upton (aka Allan Nicholls) will be in Whistler October 7-9 for the WHA 50th Anniversary
Allan is an actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter, composer and musician. He was nominated for both a BAFTA and WGA award for his writing on the 1978 film A Wedding.[1] He is often credited as Allan Nicholls.[2] Allan was lead vocalist in the mid-60s with recording acts J.B. & The Playboys (RCA), who later became The Jaybees (on RCA) then Carnival Connection (Capitol). After playing Claude in the musical “Hair” he returned to Montreal to briefly sing lead vocals with Mashmakhan before releasing a number of solo recordings (with some charting in Canada) before delving into a career with the movie industry. A “J.B. & The Playboys – Anthology” CD was released by Super Oldies in 2005. He is probably most well-known to the general public for his role as team captain Johnny Upton in the movie Slap Shot.

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National Capital Hockey Show
2022-08-20 08:00 - 2022-08-21 17:00 | EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 2N6, Canada
Join us for GoucheLive Productions and hockey memorabilia for sale!

Golf Tournament 45th Anniversary Slap Shot - WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
2022-08-16 10:00 - 19:00 | St. Boniface Golf Course, 100 Rue Youville, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2H 2S1, Canada
45th Anniversary Slap Shot Golf Tournament
The 45th Anniversary Slap Shot Golf Tournament is held in support of the Stop Concussions Foundation, Connected – A Mental Health Initiative and Shoot for a Cure (SFAC).
The Celebrity Golf Tournaments will beheld at a well-known golf course in each city across North America. Cities to be confirmed are: Philadelphia, Boston, Toronto, Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Halifax, Calgary, Edmonton and Whistler. Want to host a tournament in your city – email us HERE.
Join our members: Dave Hanson, Jeff Carlson, Johnny Upton, Dave “Killer” Carlson, Dr. Hook, and the goalie Denis Lemieux (*celebrities subject to appear).
WINNIPEG – Spaces are selling fast! RESERVE HERE

Single: $225
Foursome: $800
VIP Foursome: $1,200

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Premium VIP: $4000
VIP Foursome: $1,200
Kick off Hole Reception: $3,000
Activity Sponsor: $1,000
Major Sponsor: $2,000
Hole Sponsor: $250
Single Player: $225

For more details: CLICK HERE
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Hockey Playoff Pool
2022-04-30 08:00 - 2022-05-01 23:30
DEADLINE MAY 2, 2022. Want to have some fun while making a difference?! Well then let the fun begin…..You don’t have to be an expert in hockey to play. It’s easy to play. Share with friends and family – the more that play the bigger the win!
Choose one player from each pool, players get points for goals and assists, goaltenders get points for wins and shutouts.
Link to join – http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/AJZL3PA
Password – GoucheLive2022
All proceeds go towards StopConcussions and CONNECTED: A Mental Health Initiative.
ONLY $20! Once registered an email will be sent regards to payment method. Payment must be made to win!
Good Luck and thank you for your support!

Niagara Paramedic Hockey Tournament
2022-03-23 - 2022-03-24 | Gale Centre Niagara, 5152 Thorold Stone Rd, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Join us on March 23 & 24, 2022 at the Gale Center, Niagara Falls
A two-day round robin tournament in beautiful Niagara Falls. Each team is guaranteed three games. Team pizza provided. Licensed concession room on site.
*Suggestions for accommodations and evening events will be sent out prior to the tournament!
Click here, for our Team Registration form.
All players must fill out our waiver before playing.

Hockey Memorabilia
2022-02-07 08:00 - 2022-02-14 17:00
Welcome to our one-stop hockey memorabilia shop!
StopConcussions Foundation, Connected and Ice Hockey Classic has been supporting athletes suffering from concussions and mental health for the past 15 years.
As part of our shop, we feature merchandise, apparel, and auction items.
Check out the “Jersey Off My Back” Auction. Looking to make a donation check out the “Give a Little…Get a Lot!” page.

3 on 3 Hockey Tournament
2021-12-30 | Paramount Ice, 130 Racco Parkway, Thornhill, L4J 8X9, Canada
3 on 3 Hockey Tournament for Mental Health
Presented by GoucheLive Productions and StopConcussions Foundation a non-profit organization.
It is a 1-day hockey style, grassroots tournament for beginner and intermediate hockey players and will be taking place in Toronto, on December 30th, 2021
at Paramount Ice located at 130 Racco Parkway in Thornhill.
The focus of the event is to raise to have fun and at the same time raise awareness and funds to benefit CONNECTED a Mental Health Initiative. CONNECTED is a platform under StopConcussions Foundation.
The tournament’s goal is to raise $5,000, to help us meet our annual goal of $10,000 for 2021.
To Register:
The tournament is on a first-come, first-serve basis and there are only 20 team slots available.
You can register as a Team Captain (of your own Team click HERE) or register as an Individual participant to be placed on a team please click HERE.
You will be asked to include your name as a solo or Team name, each team member’s full name, email address, allergies, cell number, as well as indicate the level of entry (ie intermediate or beginner) and agree to our participant waiver.
All participants, once registered, will have to provide their vaccine passport and proof of identity, upon entry into the venue and follow any Covid-19 rules and regulations.
How it works:
Each player is to pay the $100 non-refundable, non-tax receipt-able registration fee to play, e-transferred to goulet29@29sports.com.
Alternatively, a Team can submit a one-time fee of $600.00 representing $100 from each of its six players.
Each team is asked to raise funds for Connected Mental Health. Upon registration, each team will be sent the online fundraising link and participant waiver.
You can ask for contributions from your work, colleagues, and friends, and family to increase your entry/fundraising participation fee.
Or, you can provide the funds yourself on your own fundraising page.
Any contribution over $30 will receive a free online subscription to The Hockey News.
The 6 (1 goalie) top fundraisers will play in a mixed 3 on 3 celebrity game during the tournament.
The lucky winners will be announced on December 29th.
Tournament format:

Teams 5 skaters and 1 goaltender.
Games will be played on half the ice surface.
2 x 12 minute periods – no stop time.
No referees.

Rules and Regulations:

Helmets are mandatory.
Full gear is mandatory, helmet, gloves, sticks, and skates.
Double vaccination required.

The focus of this tournament is giving back and creating a fun hockey atmosphere. If you are ultra-competitive, prefer structured serious hockey, this is not the tournament for you.
This is for people who are looking for a fun, relaxed, semi-competitive experience focusing on helping the community.
What players receive:
A feeling of getting back to normalcy after a quiet holiday season last year. The gratification of knowing that you’re giving back and helping people suffering from mental health.
You are guaranteed 4 games, nearly 100 minutes of ice time, and hours of fun!
Tournament schedule:
The schedule will be released the first week of December or once all team slots have been filled.
Venue:

2 full ice surfaces
Full-service restaurant
Free parking
Conveniently located at 407/Dufferin

A Legendary Night at the Bottom Line
2021-11-13 19:00 | Bottom Line Toronto, 22 Front st. next to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto, M5J 1C4, Canada
