TicketsSept. 27, 2007
CINCINNATI---The University of Cincinnati volleyball team has joined squads from across the nation in helping to fight breast cancer through the Dig for the Cure program. UC has dedicated its match against Connecticut on Friday, Oct. 5 as the team's contribution to the cause.
Donations will start to be collected at the Bearcats' Sept. 28 match against Marquette in anticipation of the Dig for the Cure match a week later. Contributions will be accepted in two forms; either flat rate or on a per dig basis. The per dig total will be based on the number of digs the Bearcats record against Connecticut. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Cincinnati affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
"This is a great cause and I am pleased that UC is a part of it," Bearcat head coach Reed Sunahara said. "Anything we can do to benefit Dig for the Cure, we are more than happy to do. We've set a goal to raise $1000 and with the help of our wonderful fan base, I am sure we will get there."
The Dig for the Cure program was established in 2003 by Charlotte head volleyball coach Lisa Marston. Marston's mother is a breast cancer survivor and one of many from around the world that Marston hopes to honor through the program.
To make a donation to the Bearcats' cause, visit the marketing table at any of UC's upcoming home matches or follow the link on the volleyball section of GoBEARCATS.com.