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44th Annual Drive for Life Foundation Gala Brings Together Coach Pat Fitzgerald and NASCAR Star Carson Hocevar

The 44th Drive for Life Foundation Gala, scheduled for September 24, 2026, at Kalamazoo's Radisson Plaza, features special guests Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald and NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar, with tickets priced at $300 and raffle prizes including a 2026 Honda Accord and $30,000 cash, all under the sponsorship of Zeigler Auto Group and benefiting the American Cancer Society.

Sep 8, 2026

Albany Athletics Capture 16th Price Chopper/Market 32 Baseball Fest Title

The Albany Athletics secured their 16th championship in the 26th edition of the Coaches vs. Cancer benefit tournament, defeating a field that included teams from the Capital Region, Utica, Plattsburgh, Vermont and Canada.

Jun 30, 2026

Vanderbilt Coach Mark Byington Honored with 2026 Loos Award for Cancer Advocacy

Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Mark Byington received the 2026 Loos Award for his advocacy work, spurred by his partner's stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis, and his longstanding collaboration with cancer‑focused organizations.

Jun 15, 2026

Vanderbilt Coach Mark Byington Receives Dave Loos Award for Cancer Awareness

Coach Mark Byington’s recent award recognizes his advocacy after his girlfriend Katina Kangelaris was diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer, a story that has spurred early‑screening efforts and reflects a troubling increase in colon cancer among younger adults.

Jun 15, 2026

NHL and Partners Surpass $53 Million in Cancer Research Fundraising

The NHL, NHLPA and V Foundation announced a $9.1 million haul for Hockey Fights Cancer, pushing total contributions beyond $53 million and supporting pediatric and adult cancer research in 22 NHL markets.

Jun 6, 2026

Marcus Foligno Receives 2025‑26 King Clancy Memorial Trophy

Marcus Foligno’s award highlights his dedication to cancer research and community service, with a $25,000 NHL donation to the Janis Foligno Foundation.

Jun 4, 2026