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The trio from the 1970s hockey comedy Slapshot will be among the foursomes to take part in the fundraiser at Olympic View.
Those not playing in the tournament have a chance to meet the bruising ex-Charlestown Chiefs during a meet-and-greet and autograph session the night before at the City Centre Grill next to Langford Lanes from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
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Funds raised from the golf tournament will go towards the Langford-based charity, which aims to give every child a chance to participate in organized sports.
St. Cyr has seen the organization develop from a small operation that assisted 10 children in its first year to one that now helps over 100 kids pursue their sports passion.
Prior to founding the charity, St. Cyr saw that it was a struggle for some West Shore parents to afford to put their kids in sports. He sought to change that.
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Anyone who is looking to volunteer during the tournament can contact organizers via e-mail at info@sportassist.ca. For any other information, visit sportassist.ca online.
joel.tansey@goldstreamgazette.com
