A breast cancer charity ice hockey match is set to take place at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham early next year, bringing together former elite players and local figures to raise funds and awareness.
The event, titled Bex’s Battle, will be hosted by the Nottingham Knights on Sunday, 8 February 2026. Face-off is scheduled for 3.30pm, with the arena open from 3pm.
The one-day charity match will see a Coppafeel! team go head-to-head with a Breast Cancer Now team, with both charities benefiting from funds raised on the day. The fixture is being staged to support breast cancer awareness, research and care.
A number of well-known names from British ice hockey are expected to feature, including former Nottingham Panthers players David Clarke and Marc Levers, along with ex-Sheffield Steeler Ben Bliss. The full line-ups include a mix of former professionals and guest players.
Alongside the on-ice action, there will be additional fundraising activities throughout the afternoon, including a pop-up shop, a 50/50 raffle and prize draws. Items available to win include signed memorabilia, such as a signed Panthers shirt and an Ollie Betteridge stick.
Instead of a fixed ticket price, organisers are asking spectators to make a suggested donation on entry, choosing whether to support Coppafeel! or Breast Cancer Now.
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The event is open to the public and aims to combine sport, entertainment and fundraising in support of breast cancer charities.
