This February, ICD is proud to host the 4th annual Brandon Decker Memorial Pond Hockey Tournament. With opportunities for both youth and adults to get involved in the action, this is a day for all ages and abilities! Just 1.5 hours North of Toronto, in Coldwater, ON off of Highway 400, we invite you to connect with Brandon's family and friends while we celebrate his memory doing something he loved.
Monday, February 16, 2026
10am-12pm Pond Skate
12pm-1pm Lunch
1pm-2pm Youth/Adult 3 on 3
$30 per Player - Pledge Forms available for download
Brandon Decker is a young adult who found support with his diabetes through ICD, and who has made a lasting impact on everyone who got the opportunity to meet with him. In memory of Brandon, we will be gathering to play a sport he cherished alongside his loving friends and family, led by Brandon’s mom, Tammy. This day of pond hockey and family fun was imagined by Tammy, brought to life by ICD community members, and will raise funds towards helping other youth to receive the same supportive ICD programs Brandon loved. Brandon was saving for a trip to Mount Assiniboine, and in the spirit of honouring his memory and his boundless generosity, the proceeds of this event with continue to support another youth’s dream, sending them on the adventure of a lifetime.
No matter your skill level, we want to see you out on the pond and/or by the fire! Come-one, come-all to a day filled with fun. The 3v3 tournament includes a shared lunch, and an afternoon tournament. Teams will be made by the classic "sticks-in-the-middle" process, so don't worry if you don't have a team- friends will be made!
Who Youth, Adults and Families of all skillsets affected by type 1 diabetes looking for some winter and pond hockey fun, amidst diabetes connection, who would like to help celebrate a loved member of the community and support a great cause.
Where Sugar Valley Farm, Coldwater ON. Located north of Barrie, just off Highway 400.
About Us ICD is a leader in exercise and diabetes, hosting thousands of type ones in everything from a fun day of sport to week-long camps and extreme challenges. We focus on how to manage diabetes effectively in the midst of real life challenges and use active programs to bring strategies to life. If you’re looking to build on your diabetes skills or see why 100% of participants surveyed reported transformative or positive impacts, come pay us a visit.
Gear Helmets are required for all youth hockey players, other equipment is optional- when packing, please be advised we are playing pond hockey on actual ponds and vehicles will be parked in a parking lot a distance away.
Please be prepared with your own skates (and hockey stick, helmet, etc) if you are able.
If you are unable to, but would still like to participate please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] as we are more than happy to help you gear up and have as much fun as possible!
