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Pickleball for Prostate Cancer: Serve, Smash, Support!
16 Oct
Summary
- Pickleball tournament on Oct 22nd supports prostate cancer awareness.
- Event at Mega Courts aims to engage men in active fundraising.
- Sign-ups are open until October 19th for players of all levels.
The Prostate Cancer Centre is organizing a one-day pickleball fundraiser on October 22nd at Mega Courts. This event aims to boost prostate cancer awareness and promote men's health by encouraging physical activity among participants.
Jeff Davidson, CEO of the Prostate Cancer Centre, highlighted the initiative's focus on active engagement, contrasting it with traditional sit-down dinners. Registration is ongoing until October 19th, welcoming both novice and experienced pickleball players. The tournament is designed to accommodate additional teams, with organizers eager for broad participation.
This event serves as a crucial lead-in to the centre's major November awareness and fundraising campaign. The organization strives to generate substantial funds to support men and their families dealing with prostate cancer and other urological conditions. Grant Meadows, a prostate cancer survivor, shared his positive experience with the centre's comprehensive support services, including pre- and post-surgery programs and rehabilitation.
Meadows, who volunteers with the Man Van and Rapid Access Clinic, expressed his enthusiasm for the pickleball tournament, noting its fun atmosphere and significant cause. Mega Courts president, Vlad Yoskoboinikov, whose father passed away from prostate cancer, emphasized the importance of community support and giving back through such meaningful events.
