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Super Ethan’s Steps holding seventh annual event KINGSVILLE — The 7th annual Super Ethan’s Steps will take place on Sunday, September 26. Once again, the event will be virtual with a virtual raffle table included on this year’s slate. All of the proceeds will go directly to the Pediatric Oncology Unit. Ethan Abdul-Massih began his cancer journey just before his second birthday. He was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in January 2014. Ethan went through over three years of treatments and procedures to combat his Leukemia. “He completed treatment in April 2017 and we are happy and grateful to note that he is doing
well for the most part,” said his mom, Nicole. Ethan is now in Grade 4 and enjoys many activities such as hockey, soccer, science, videogames, swimming and spending time with his family and friends. “My husband Charlie and I started this fundraiser initially as our way of saying thank you to the medical teams and organizations who helped our son (and ourselves, frankly) throughout Ethan’s cancer journey, as well as to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer,” said Nicole. “We learned quickly that so many children and families are affected by childhood cancer, even at a local level, in so many
different ways,” she added. Yet, childhood cancer is looked at by many as a rare disease, when in fact it is the leading cause of death for children. For the past few years, the Abdul-Massihs have focused their fundraising efforts on supporting the Pediatric Oncology Unit at Windsor Regional Hospital. “This was a home away from home for our family for years,” said Nicole. “Ethan spent many days, nights and weeks there throughout his treatment.” This year, they are hoping to raise enough funds to update some medical equipment in the unit, as well as provide some new
electronics (Ethan’s favourite) and activities, gas cards and meal vouchers for families admitted or travelling to London and Toronto. They also hope to supply end-of-treatment gifts and therapeutic items to help children ease their fears during hospital visits. In addition, the Abdul-Masshis are also hoping to fund the Chemo Duck Program which is an educational resource that supports children and their families throughout their childhood cancer journey and helps alleviate stress and anxiety. Over the years, Super Ethan’s Steps has raised over $60,000 to assist children and families affected by childhood cancer.
“We have a lot of goals but our hope is to reach as many people as we can to help raise awareness for childhood cancer and provide some comfort, care and smiles for children and families affected by it in our Windsor-Essex community,” says Nicole. You can find more in-
formation on our Super Ethan’s Steps Facebook Page or by visiting www. superethanssteps.com. You can register online at the same website (online registrations will be accepted until Sept 26). “We are also grateful for any and all monetary donations made,” added Nicole.
Talbot Trail Seniors continue to inspire By Bob McLean On September 14, there were 57 Talbot Trail seniors league members who participated. Congratulations to Bryon Walker who achieved his best Tuesday score, a very praiseworthy 45. Bob Lee continued his fine play. In the under 70 division, Arkey took first place with a masterful 37. Joe Drummond came in with an impressive 40. Three players who earned excellent 42s were Phil Humphries, Fred Michano and Russell Alliett. Shannon “the cannon” Wiper shot a 44. Other solid results were produced by these players: Fuzzy 45, Nasher 46, Gerry Van Deven 47. Youngster Larry Hyatt earned a 49. Both Dan
and Ed had very commendable results. Russell Alliett won the CP when his scintillating shot ended up only a few feet from #9 pin. The master putter was Bill Ward who won the LP on #2. There were only 5 birdies: #3 Fred Michano, #4 Bryon Walker, #5 Dave LaBonte, #6 Joe Drummond, #8 Arkey. In the 80-85 year division, guest Henry Hildebrandt fired an impressive 44. Tarciscio played superbly as he scored a terrific 45. Other praiseworthy results were by: Eugene 49, Terry 51, Gus 52, Neil and Ken 53s. Andy and Conrad were only a few shots back. The league’s Super Se-
niors continue to inspire all of us. In the Silver division, Tom Hyatt fired a terrific 45. Bob Freure and Ed Woelk scored very impressive scores of 46 and 47 respectively. Walter produced a solid nifty 50, and Bill Edwards followed close behind with his satisfying result. In the Gold grouping, Dave LaBonte continued his exceptional play by shooting a dazzling 41. Carl placed second with his spectacular 44. Gerry Becigneul shot a superb nifty 50. Erle and Murray achieved very commendable 52 and 56 results respectively. In the 70-79 division Bill Ward’s masterful 38 led this group. Rick Thomp-
son scored an excellent 40. Al Zanuttini was on fire as he shot a very impressive 42. Solid scores of 43, 44 and 45 were produced by Al Matthews, Bobo and OV respectively. Under fifty results were scored by these players: Richard and Rick 47s; Mac, Doug, Bummy and Nick 48s; Schmidty and Dave Dibbley 49s. Ray earned a praiseworthy nifty 50. Other players with satisfying results: Jerry, Ed Regehr, Dave Cohoon, Wayne, Gary, John and Dave Chambers. Dutchy actually came in first with a spectacular 35. A really poor golfer yells fore when he putts!
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