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“We are united by our shared sense of purpose and the tournament has been a great way to reconnect with old friends and makes new ones…” ~ Jack Stern

Teams are the heart of the Scotiabank Pro-Am for Alzheimer’s™ in support of Baycrest. They put in the time and hard work to raise those vital dollars for Alzheimer’s research; moreover, they give participants the rare opportunity to revel in a weekend of hockey fun with friends.

That is why Jack Stern keeps coming back to this event year after year. A seven-time participant, Jack is not only a seasoned player but also a team coach. As the bench boss for Team KAOS, Jack gets the chance to interact with every single player on his team. It’s this kind of engagement that creates an incredible sense of camaraderie for the Pro-Am.

But this camaraderie means far more than a guaranteed good time. It also inspires participants to take that extra step in asking for those all-important donation dollars that will play an integral part in helping those contending with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias. Says Jack, “Each of us play a crucial role in leading the team to success…”

Last year alone, Team KAOS raised over $140,000 for the Pro-Am, and Jack anticipates another successful fundraising effort. With their collective energy and determination, Team KAOS and the many other teams that make up the Pro-Am can change lives. Jack understands exactly what is at stake: “Through the Pro-Am, I am making a personal difference in the lives of those living with the disease.”

Given that “no one is immune to Alzheimer’s,” the decision to team up against this disease is a crucial one. The number of Canadians affected by it continues to rise, which makes the Pro-Am key in helping those already diagnosed as well as those who may be in the future. Plus, few things are more satisfying than making a difference while playing the sport you love.