The Charities Cup

Back in July, Blesma Member Daniel Bingley organised a Call of Duty league tournament, pitting four military charities against each other whilst raising funds for Veterans.

Representing Blesma were team captain Jack Cummings, Lionel O’Connor, Alex Harrison
and Stu Warner. Blesma, Help for Heroes, The Royal British Legion and The Wounded Warrior Project each entered a team to face off in the four-week tournament.

Each Saturday in July focused on one of the four military charities, and the gamers live-streamed their matches to raise awareness and funds. Team Blesma closed out the tournament on 24 July, finishing in second place behind The Royal British Legion.

“Gaming is more than just taking part. It’s about connecting The Charities Cup esports tournament people even if it’s playing a game or just chatting,” said the tournament organiser Daniel Bingley.

“It’s about feeling valued, and this event has showed that you can still have an opportunity
to take part in something great, whatever your abilities.”

Blesma’s team captain Jack said: “It’s a great platform and a great way of communicating and having a laugh. It’s competitive – of course we all want to win – but at the end of the day it’s really about getting a group together, especially during this year when we’ve been stuck in the house for days on end!”

To find out more about joining Blesma's Video Gaming Team contact the Activities team at meo@blesma.org