2026 GUARDIAN'S CUP
MARCH 6-8, 2026
ROCHESTER, NY
Tim Horton's Iceplex will be the venue for the 3rd Annual Guardian's Cup, a hockey tournament scheduled for March 6-8. This event brings together first responders and veterans in a competitive environment, with the objective of generating funds for the New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program (NYLEAP). NYLEAP provides critical mental health and well-being resources to law enforcement and first responders across New York State. The tournament aims to build upon the previous two years' fundraising success, which totaled over $18,000, and further support NYLEAP's mission.
Supporting First Responders' Mental Wellness
New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program (NYLEAP), a non-profit run by experienced first responders, addresses the critical mental health challenges faced by these heroes (law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, etc.) in New York. Alarmingly, officer suicides outnumber line-of-duty deaths. NYLEAP combats this with free, confidential mental health resources and training to empower first responders, improve personal lives, and foster stronger, safer communities. To learn more about this amazing organization, visit them online at www.nyleap.org.