Spartanská Krev: When Fans Become Lifesavers by Donating Blood
Another goal of the campaign is to encourage more people to register as potential bone marrow donors
The 19th edition of the “Spartanská Krev” campaign – the country’s oldest charitable sports initiative – is underway in Prague. Fans of HC Sparta Praha are donating blood to save lives, receiving not only thanks but also tickets to a home match of HC Sparta Praha in return.
In Prague, “Spartanská Krev” is flowing once again – quite literally. The oldest charitable sports project in the Czech Republic is entering its 19th year. Since 2007, the campaign has united fans of HC Sparta Praha in a good cause: donating blood to save lives. And it’s proving ever more successful. Last season, three times as many donors took part compared to previous years – a record result the organisers hope to surpass this year.
New this year is the expansion of the campaign to include all Prague hospitals with transfusion departments – and blood donors in the Bohemian town of Hořovice can also take part. From 2 November to 7 December, all donors will receive a voucher for a ticket to HC Sparta Praha’s home match against Karlovy Vary – a small token of appreciation for their contribution.
Another key goal of the campaign is to get more people to register as potential bone marrow donors. Contrary to what many believe, the process is now very simple: it starts with a straightforward cheek swab – and even if a match is found, the subsequent procedure is similar to an ordinary blood donation.
Through this initiative, Sparta Praha shows that sporting solidarity goes far beyond the pitch – straight to the heart and veins of the city.
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