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Former student-athlete Scott Klever during the 2014 fundraiser.
Photo by: Scott Davis
Xavier Baseball Teams Up with Vs. Cancer Foundation
02.15.16 | Baseball
CINCINNATI – Xavier baseball has teamed up with the Vs. Cancer Foundation this spring to raise money to fight cancer nationally, as well as here in Cincinnati.
The team will be collecting donations from now until April 10 when 31 members of the program have pledged to shave their heads in support of the cause. The head-shaving will occur following Xavier's home game against Morehead State.
"Teaming up with Vs. Cancer is very important to me," said senior Dan Rizzie. "It is a way to support the community and get others involved in the fight against pediatric cancer. We want to show these kids that they are not alone as they struggle through some tough times."
All are welcome to contribute and the funds raised will go directly towards childhood cancer research.
"As much as we want to win baseball games, giving back to the community is every bit as important to our mission as a program," said head coach Scott Googins. "Joining with a great organization like Vs. Cancer is a great opportunity to do just that. It's great that the support that we can provide to local children battling cancer will make a difference in their lives."
Xavier baseball participated in the event during the 2014 season, raising over $11,000 for the cause.
Fans wishing to support this season's fundraising efforts can donate online.
About Vs. Cancer
The Vs. Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving kids' lives by empowering athletes and communities to fund lifesaving childhood cancer efforts. The organization was founded by former UNC baseball student-athlete Chase Jones.
Video From Xavier Baseball's 2014 Vs. Cancer Event
The team will be collecting donations from now until April 10 when 31 members of the program have pledged to shave their heads in support of the cause. The head-shaving will occur following Xavier's home game against Morehead State.
"Teaming up with Vs. Cancer is very important to me," said senior Dan Rizzie. "It is a way to support the community and get others involved in the fight against pediatric cancer. We want to show these kids that they are not alone as they struggle through some tough times."
All are welcome to contribute and the funds raised will go directly towards childhood cancer research.
"As much as we want to win baseball games, giving back to the community is every bit as important to our mission as a program," said head coach Scott Googins. "Joining with a great organization like Vs. Cancer is a great opportunity to do just that. It's great that the support that we can provide to local children battling cancer will make a difference in their lives."
Xavier baseball participated in the event during the 2014 season, raising over $11,000 for the cause.
Fans wishing to support this season's fundraising efforts can donate online.
About Vs. Cancer
The Vs. Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving kids' lives by empowering athletes and communities to fund lifesaving childhood cancer efforts. The organization was founded by former UNC baseball student-athlete Chase Jones.
Video From Xavier Baseball's 2014 Vs. Cancer Event
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