The Sunday, September 14, the Under-14 Mississauga Senators laced up their running shoes instead of skates, joining community members at J.C. Saddington Park in Port Credit for the annual Terry Fox Run.
The event, a Canadian tradition since 1981, unites communities across the country to carry forward Terry’s dream of finding a cure for cancer. The Senators — players, parents, and coaches alike — ran 10 kilometres together and raised $1,550 in support of the Terry Fox Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to funding innovative cancer research in memory of Terry Fox. The Senators’ contributions added to the nearly $300,00 raised by the Port Credit Terry Fox Run.
For the young athletes, the day was about far more than fundraising.
“As a team, we’re always looking for ways to grow together off the ice,” said Bliss Edwards, Team Manager of the U14 Senators. “We want these young athletes to grow into good citizens, not just good hockey players. Getting involved in the community teaches them that their actions carry weight, that leadership isn’t limited to the rink, and that being part of a team also means giving back.”
The Senators arrived ready to go with a mix of excitement, determination, and a touch of nerves. But as the kilometres added up, so too did the encouragement from teammates, parents, and coaches. By the finish line, the players had pushed themselves and each other in true team spirit.
“Our coaches are trying to teach them that […] effort and attitude matter,” said Edwards. “That sense of accountability to themselves and each other was great to see.”
For the Senators, the Terry Fox Run wasn’t just a day in the park — it was a reminder that the lessons of teamwork, resilience, and leadership extend well beyond the rink.
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