Softball team strikes-out cancer

Softball team strikes-out cancer

By Sophie Hughes Staff Writer

Next Wednesday, Oct. 10, the softball team will be hosting their annual event “Striking Out Cancer.” This is an awesome event held every year that not only raises awareness, but money for cancer research and treatment.

The softball team is doing something a little different with the proceeds this year by donating every penny earned to the family of freshman soccer player Lindsey Goldsberry. Lindsey was diagnosed with Leukemia barely a month into her freshman year of college. This news was a huge shock to her family, the soccer team and the entire Georgetown College Community.

This event makes on average $800-1000, which could do a lot for Lindsey and her family.

Junior softball player Abigail James gave insight into the event, “This year it’s extra special because all the proceeds are being donated to a student of our own in her fight against cancer. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in America, and we would like to contribute as much as possible. Strikeout cancer means a lot to me personally because I have had friends and family affected by cancer, and I would love to help any way I can to find a cure for the disease.”

Strikeout cancer is an event for a great cause that is also a lot of fun. There will be a dunk tank, food provided and the chance to hit off of current pitchers! One speaker is Georgetown student and cancer survivor Megan Brankamp. They will also be selling t-shirts for $10 with the design seen in the picture to the right.

On another positive note, it’s a Nexus! This is an opportunity to be a part of something so much bigger than yourself. Get some food, have some fun, get that nexus you need and support a great cause. Participate in this great event that benefits our home here in Georgetown and the world. Let’s work together to strikeout cancer!

T-shirt design for the shirs that will be sold before and during the event. Cost of shirts will be $10 and come in light gray.

Source: Abigail James