Fayette, Mo. - The Central Methodist men's and women's basketball teams will participate in the annual National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Coaches vs. Cancer game Saturday, Jan. 27
The Eagles are set to host Grand View Saturday afternoon in Puckett Field House, with the women's game beginning at 2:00 p.m., followed by the men's game at 4:00 p.m. Fans attending the game will have an opportunity to donate towards the cause at the front entrance of Puckett Field House.
COACHES VS CANCER HISTORY
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 (NABC), provided the vision and inspiration for the Coaches vs. Cancer concept. He challenged fans to pledge a dollar amount for every 3-point shot made by his team during the season. The concept evolved and soon the Coaches vs. Cancer program became a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the NABC.
ABOUT COACHES VS CANCER
The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This initiative leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs. Since 1993, coaches have raised over $100 million for the American Cancer Society.
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