The University of Lethbridge is thrilled to once again be part of the
Shoot for the Cure initiative, a U SPORTS Women's Basketball breast cancer fundraising campaign supporting the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS).
Join the Horns in wearing pink on Friday, January 12, 2024, as Pronghorn Athletics host Shoot for the Cure in support of Canadian Cancer Society. The Pronghorns take on the UFV Cascades, with tipoff at 6 p.m. (women's) and 8 p.m. (men's). On Saturday, both teams return to the University of Lethbridge Gymnasium for games at 5 p.m. (women's) and 7 p.m. (men's).
Support Women's Basketball's fundraising efforts by purchasing 50/50 tickets or making a direct donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. The draw for the 50/50 will take place on Saturday, January 13, 2024.
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Why should you participate? At the Canadian Cancer Society, we understand that cancer changes lives, with 2 in 5 Canadians expected to face a cancer diagnosis. However, a cancer diagnosis doesn't have to define a person, and our aim is to enhance the cancer experience by extending lives and improving their quality.
Many of us have personally felt the impact of cancer, creating a strong bond with others who share the pain of this disease. Shoot for the Cure unites communities with the common goal of building a world where no Canadian fears cancer, and those overcoming it find support.
U SPORTS announced Thursday the 17
th edition of
Shoot for the Cure and a
$100,000 campaign fundraising goal in support of the
Canadian Cancer Society (CCS).
This initiative, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research, has become a staple in the Canadian university sports community, bringing together athletes, coaches, and fans in the fight against breast cancer.
Organized since 2007 in collaboration with the
U SPORTS Women's Basketball Coaches' Association, the fundraising initiative raises money for the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – and other related local and provincial charities – to help fight breast cancer.
"This is a special time of year. Our student athletes and coaches do a great job raising awareness and funds to fight this brutal disease," said
Jeff Speedy, Director of Athletics at UNB and Shoot for the Cure Project Manager. "I am always excited to see how much money we raise but for me, the best part of this initiative is that our student athletes are giving back to their communities and making a difference in people's lives."
For the third consecutive season, the
2023-24 campaign will offer a hybrid fundraising model, allowing for greater engagement and participation from across the nation. Headlining the online programming is a
national auction where donors can bid to win an autographed Scottie Barnes Toronto Raptors jersey among a plethora of other prizes.
In addition, members will join in promoting the initiative through their digital channels as part of a national marketing campaign, in an effort to raise
$100,000. The 2022-23 campaign raised over
$115,000 for the CCS and related local and provincial charities. Since the fall of 2007,
Shoot for the Cure has raised over $1.85 million in donations.
"The Shoot for the Cure event is helping to advance breast cancer research," said
Daniel Fowlie of the Canadian Cancer Society. "Those life-altering words, "
You have cancer," reverberate through the hearts of too many, a chilling reality faced by one in eight Canadian women. In this moment of vulnerability and fear, supporters like you are providing much needed strength and hope. Breast cancer can change your life and alter the lives of loved ones around you. At CCS we believe cancer does not have to define you. Thanks to the funding provided by Shoot for the Cure initiative, CCS is expanding our compassionate support system, enhancing our advocacy efforts and creating life-giving breast cancer research that benefits this generation and beyond. Breast cancer is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian women. But thanks to you, important progress is being made, and since the 1990's, breast cancer deaths have decreased by over 40 percent."
Throughout the campaign, university basketball teams will host special events, fundraisers, and themed games to engage fans and generate contributions. Fans are encouraged to donate directly to the cause and show their support through social media using the hashtag #ShootForTheCure.
