Fresno State Athletics
Fresno State Men’s Basketball takes on schools across the nation in Coaches vs Cancer 3-Point Challenge
2/15/2017 11:18:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Fans can pledge for every Bulldogs’ 3-pointer in February to help Fresno State win the Challenge by visiting 3pointchallenge.org
FRESNO, Calif. --- Making 3-pointers this month has taken on even more meaning for Fresno State head coach Rodney Terry and the Bulldogs' men's basketball team. The 'Dogs are squaring off against teams across the nation to fight cancer as part of the American Cancer Society's Coaches vs. Cancer 3-Point Challenge.
Fans are encouraged to help the Bulldogs become 3-Point Challenge Champion by pledging today at 3pointchallenge.org.
The team that receives the most new individual donors (not dollars) from today until March 5 will win $5,000.
More than 200 college basketball teams nationwide are using their spotlight on the court to raise money and awareness against cancer by taking part in the program. The 3-Point Challenge program runs through February and supports American Cancer Society research, education and patient programs.
"Coaches vs. Cancer is a wonderful campaign, which has a critical impact for our communities," Terry said. "We take great pride in how hard we work day in and day out. The support of the Red Wave is very important to us."
Fresno State fans making a Gold or Diamond tier pledge will also receive an exclusive Coaches vs. Cancer t-shirt.
"Sports fans are passionate, and through initiatives like this one, we are channeling that passion into fun, yet meaningful, ways to help save lives from cancer," said Sharon Byers, chief development and marketing officer, American Cancer Society. "With these schools and the many other sports partners who support our work, we're revolutionizing how the American Cancer Society teams up with partners to make a real difference for real people every day."
"The 3-Point Challenge gives basketball fans the chance to support their teams and compete against their rivals, while fundraising for a great cause," said David Doan, vice president for strategic sports alliances, American Cancer Society. "We are excited to relaunch a fundraising program that started it all, now in the digital space, while staying true to what drives sports fans – competition."
More than 20 years ago, former University of Missouri head basketball coach Norm Stewart provided the vision and inspiration for Coaches vs. Cancer. A cancer survivor and National Association of Basketball Coaches member, he challenged fans to pledge a dollar amount for each 3-point shot his team made during the season. This 3-Point Attack concept evolved into the nationwide effort uniting coaches, fans, players, and communities in the fight against cancer, and is now known as, the 3-Point Challenge. To learn more about Coaches vs. Cancer, visit coachesvscancer.org.
About Coaches vs. Cancer
Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This initiative leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs. Since 1993, coaches have raised more than $100 million for the American Cancer Society.
Fans are encouraged to help the Bulldogs become 3-Point Challenge Champion by pledging today at 3pointchallenge.org.
The team that receives the most new individual donors (not dollars) from today until March 5 will win $5,000.
More than 200 college basketball teams nationwide are using their spotlight on the court to raise money and awareness against cancer by taking part in the program. The 3-Point Challenge program runs through February and supports American Cancer Society research, education and patient programs.
"Coaches vs. Cancer is a wonderful campaign, which has a critical impact for our communities," Terry said. "We take great pride in how hard we work day in and day out. The support of the Red Wave is very important to us."
Fresno State fans making a Gold or Diamond tier pledge will also receive an exclusive Coaches vs. Cancer t-shirt.
"Sports fans are passionate, and through initiatives like this one, we are channeling that passion into fun, yet meaningful, ways to help save lives from cancer," said Sharon Byers, chief development and marketing officer, American Cancer Society. "With these schools and the many other sports partners who support our work, we're revolutionizing how the American Cancer Society teams up with partners to make a real difference for real people every day."
"The 3-Point Challenge gives basketball fans the chance to support their teams and compete against their rivals, while fundraising for a great cause," said David Doan, vice president for strategic sports alliances, American Cancer Society. "We are excited to relaunch a fundraising program that started it all, now in the digital space, while staying true to what drives sports fans – competition."
More than 20 years ago, former University of Missouri head basketball coach Norm Stewart provided the vision and inspiration for Coaches vs. Cancer. A cancer survivor and National Association of Basketball Coaches member, he challenged fans to pledge a dollar amount for each 3-point shot his team made during the season. This 3-Point Attack concept evolved into the nationwide effort uniting coaches, fans, players, and communities in the fight against cancer, and is now known as, the 3-Point Challenge. To learn more about Coaches vs. Cancer, visit coachesvscancer.org.
About Coaches vs. Cancer
Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This initiative leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs. Since 1993, coaches have raised more than $100 million for the American Cancer Society.
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