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McCauley Cup returns to bring Edmonton police, inner-city youth together

McCauley Cup returns to bring Edmonton police, inner-city youth together
Downtown Division police officers laced up their skates for a friendly game of hockey with youth from the neighbourhood for the 9th annual McCauley Cup at the McCauley ice rink in downtown Edmonton, January 4, 2018. The game was introduced to bridge the gap between police and the community. Ed Kaiser/Postmedia

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Members of the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) renewed an outdoor tradition Saturday afternoon as they strapped on the skates to host the annual McCauley Cup.

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The event was established in 2009 as a way to draw together police and inner-city youth and has garnered support from the Oilers Entertainment Group, Edmonton Police Foundation, McCauley Community League among others.

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The McCauley Cup has become a staple in our community and showcases how Canadas game truly brings us all together, EPS Chief Warren Driechel said in a news release.

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The meaningful relationships that are built on the ice between our police officers and the kids from the community last long after the last goal is scored.

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The friendly competition featured the EPS Downtown Beats team facing off with what police describe as some of the most energetic and youthful competition our city has to offer.

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Face-off was set for 12:15 p.m. on Saturday at the outdoor McCauley Rink, 10750 96 St.

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