The Cazenovia Girls' JV and Varsity Basketball Teams will be participating in several events throughout their season to raise money for Coaches vs. Cancer.
The first event is a Free-throw Pledge-a-Thon, whereas individuals or organizations pledge a per foul shot price for every foul shot the team makes during the season. Flat fee donations are also accepted. If you have not been contacted by a player and would like to donate, please contact them.
The second event which will feature multiple activities will be a held on Wednesday, January 9th, 2008, when the Cazenovia Girls’ JV and Varsity teams take on rival Westhill.
Game Events to include:
PLEASE COME OUT TO SUPPORT YOUR TEAMS AND DONATE TO THIS VERY WORTHWHILE CAUSE.
More information about Coaches versus Cancer below:
About Coaches vs. Cancer
Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) that empowers basketball coaches, their teams, and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer. The program leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of basketball coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs.
Coaches vs. Cancer evolved from a concept championed by Norm Stewart, former head coach of the University of Missouri's men's basketball program, cancer survivor, and member of the National Association of Basketball Coaches. He started the program by challenging fans to pledge a dollar amount for every three points made by his team during the season.
The American Cancer Society and the NABC adopted that concept in 1993 and transformed it into a nationwide effort to unite coaches across the country in the common mission to provide help and hope to all people facing cancer. Today, more than 500 Division I, II, and III college coaches are involved in the program, having raised more than $30 million to support the American Cancer Society's lifesaving mission since its inception. Additionally, more than 100 high school coaches also participate in the program.