Hockey Club throws support behind Little Frankie

14th Apr 2026

The Guyra Hockey Club are organising a special fundraiser to support Cody and Alyssa Patterson and their baby daughter, Frankie.
A two-person Ambrose golf day will be held on Sunday, April 26th at the Guyra Golf Course, with a shotgun start. Teams can enter in men’s, women’s or mixed divisions, and participants are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness for congenital heart defects.
All proceeds from the day will go directly to the Patterson family, who are currently facing an incredibly challenging time as they remain in Sydney by Frankie’s side.
A GoFundMe page has also been launched, giving those unable to attend the golf day another way to show their support and help ease the financial pressure of medical, travel and living expenses.
Born on Christmas Eve, Frankie has already shown remarkable strength in her young life. She was diagnosed with DiGeorge syndrome, a rare genetic condition caused by a small deletion on chromosome 22, which has resulted in complex congenital heart disease.
At just five weeks old, Frankie underwent open heart surgery to help stabilise her condition, including the placement of a temporary conduit to replace her pulmonary artery. Following the operation, she required a pacemaker to regulate her heartbeat and continues to receive breathing support and ongoing treatment.
Frankie has been in the PICU at Westmead Children’s Hospital since she was just two weeks old and is expected to remain there for several more months. She will also require further major surgery at around six months of age.
During this time, Alyssa and Cody have been staying in Sydney, unable to work as they focus on being with their daughter through her treatment and recovery.
The upcoming fundraiser is not only a chance to enjoy a round of golf, but also an opportunity for the community to come together and show its support.