Keep on Swinging!
February 21, 2008It’s been awhile since I’ve updated our FriscoRFL blog, so that should be some indication as to how busy things have been – between personal life and Relay, there really needs to be a way to squeeze more hours into the day.
As previously noted, the Texas Tornado and the American Cancer Society Relay For Life® joined forces to “ICE” Cancer and on February 2nd, the Tornado took to the ice in pink jerseys to help promote Cancer awareness and raise money for their local Relay event.
The Tornado organization has been tremendous team players when it comes to supporting events in the community and this charity hockey game was no exception. The Tornado donated an autographed hockey stick, helmet and Relay For Life ® flag for a silent auction that took place during intermission.
The players literally gave the shirts off their backs to raise money for ACS and Relay. After the game, the pink jerseys worn by the Tornado were auctioned off and thanks to this organization’s generosity, we raised $ 2,460!
While I had a great time at the game, I must admit that I felt a little guilty cheering the Tornado players on when things got a bit heated on the ice and punches flew…after all this was a charity game! But I found myself appreciating the irony in that situation. You see, during the game the Tornado reminded me of one of the mantra’s of Relay – “Fight back!”
As Relay kicks into high gear over the next few weeks, you will see more info about FriscoRFL posted on this blog and we look forward to seeing you at the upcoming events. When it comes to Cancer, we all need to take a page from the Tornado and keep on swinging to bring about advocacy, awareness, hope and a cure.
Thanks to the Tornado and to each and every one of you that supports Relay.
