October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Abington Senior High School Galloping Ghosts are putting their efforts toward not just tackling their opponents on the field, but also tackling this terrible disease off of the football field. On Friday, Oct. 26, the Ghosts will face off against CB West, and will be raising money for a good cause while doing so.
The annual game—in partnership with members from the school’s student service organization, Key Club— aims to raise awareness of breast cancer and of the local organizations that are aiding in the fight, or helping those who are battling, the disease. This year’s theme is “Pink is Fearless”, which will be featured on T-shirts that will be sold to the Abington School District community to raise money for three local organizations: The Rosenfeld Cancer Center at Abington-Jefferson Health, Unite for HER and the Breathing Room Foundation.
These organizations will also have tables at the event to educate fans and attendees about breast cancer, including mammography recommendations and options, and self-exam instructions. Nurses from Abington-Jefferson Health will also be on site to help answer questions.
As a bonus, all students who purchase the usually sold-out, $10 T-shirts are granted free admission into the game.
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