Kasson-Mantorville leads way to victory over cancer KoMets host Coaches vs. Cancer® event to support American Cancer Society

Kasson-Mantorville is gearing up to fight cancer with a winning team, the American Cancer Society. Join the KoMets to cheer on the team, as they take on cancer during the week of January 24 – February 3rd. The coaches, players, parents, and community members have been hard at work to once again make this event a success for the third year in a row.

Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches that empowers coaches, their teams, and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer. Last year more than 2,000 colleges and high schools participated in the program, and any sport team can participate.

“I am really proud of the players, performers for committing to fight this disease,” says Coach and event planner Matt Rosaaen. “It’s a cause we all connect with, and a fight we can win. Students, coaches, volunteers, parents and community members have gone the extra mile to raise funds and awareness.”

The four games will feature point for dollar matching challenges, “KoMets vs. Cancer” T-shirts available for $10, KoMets vs. Cancer silicone bracelets for $2, and a silent auction. The teams will also be hosting a 5th quarter that will include a variety of games, activities and drawings. Students from all grades are involved with all stages of planning from contacting businesses to setting up activities during games. “Our goal is to raise $4,000 for this cause” says Coach Rosaaen, “A huge thank you to Adidas and Images for their donations of shirts and screen printing, but we are still seeking businesses and individuals who want to get involved through donations or other support.”

Funds raised through Coaches vs. Cancer help the American Cancer Society save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays by helping people stay well, helping people get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back against cancer. The initiative combines the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of athletic coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness, fundraising, and advocacy programs. All proceeds go to Dodge County Relay for Life, helping many in the research and fight!

The varsity games begin at 7:30 each night and will be held in the Kasson-Mantorville gym. Find more details about this event at http://www.facebook.com/CoachesvsCancerMN.

For more information contact Matt Rosaaen at m.rosaaen@komets.k12.mn.us.

The schedule for the games is listed below:

January 24th Girls Basketball vs. LaCrescent

(Dance Team Performance

5th quarter after the Varsity game)

January 27th Girls Basketball vs. Cotter

January 31st Boys Basketball vs. Rochester Lourdes

February 3rd Boys Basketball vs. Byron

(Dance Team Performance

5th quarter after Varsity game) (tentative)