Game Day for a Cause: The Face-Off Against Prostate Cancer
A double-overtime lacrosse rivalry between Hofstra and Stony Brook became a platform for men's health advocacy, custom awareness socks and all.
A lacrosse rivalry game between Hofstra and Stony Brook served as more than entertainment. It became a platform for health advocacy.
Organized by Man Cave Health alongside Women and Men Against Prostate Cancer, the event demonstrated how athletics can drive meaningful community engagement around men’s health.
On the Field
The double-overtime contest featured players wearing custom prostate cancer awareness socks, creating conversation starters about early detection. Both coaching staffs championed the cause, encouraging participation from their teams and spectators.
Off the Field
Fans engaged through a pre-game lacrosse shootout offering custom awareness socks as prizes. Lacrosse Unlimited contributed by donating custom-dyed sticks for raffle giveaways. Former Hofstra standout Connor Hagans made a special appearance to amplify the prostate cancer awareness message.
This event proves that sports have the power to change the conversation.
Tom Milana, Chairman of Man Cave Health
Awareness can happen anywhere. Even in double overtime.
Chris Masters, Executive Director
With hundreds attending and broader reach online, the event succeeded in normalizing discussions about prostate cancer while emphasizing the importance of prevention for younger men.
