UNM Men's Hockey Team Wins Emerald Games
The annual dodgeball tournament raised funds for the American Cancer Society and other charitable organizations.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Other Sports
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The University of New Mexico Men's Club Hockey team claimed victory at the annual Kappa Delta Chi Emerald Games dodgeball tournament. The event took place at Johnson Gym to support nonprofit organizations.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a key philanthropic effort to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Winners are given the opportunity to direct a portion of the proceeds to a nonprofit of their choice.
Nine teams consisting of eight players each competed in the tournament. The winning team earns the right to designate 30% of total event proceeds to a chosen nonprofit, with all remaining funds donated to the American Cancer Society.
The players
University of New Mexico Men's Club Hockey
This team is a student-led organization at the University of New Mexico that competes in collegiate club hockey matches.
Kappa Delta Chi
This sorority is a registered student organization at the University of New Mexico that coordinates campus philanthropic events.
American Cancer Society
This is a nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer through research, education, and patient support.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon
This social fraternity maintains a chapter at the University of New Mexico and participates in various campus activities.
The details
Nine teams participated in the tournament held at Johnson Gym, with players from different groups stepping in to assist shorthanded squads. In addition to the main competition, the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity was recognized with the Most Spirited award.
Timeline
The Emerald Games took place on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The Emerald Games aligns with the American Cancer Society's community fundraising standards for collegiate engagement. This event represents a recurring philanthropic commitment that bolsters the support network for regional health initiatives.
The winning hockey team secures the ability to donate 30% of event proceeds to their selected nonprofit. The remaining funds go directly to the American Cancer Society to assist with their ongoing medical research and patient advocacy programs.
The takeaway
Organizing large-scale tournaments like the Emerald Games demonstrates how student groups can effectively leverage competition to drive charitable giving. Participants can support these initiatives next year when the sorority plans to host the event again.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by PHOTO STORY: World Cup brings fans together on campus - The Daily Lobo.
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