Health & Fitness
L-W North, L-W West soccer teams raise money for cancer research
They will present a check for $2,639 to the Silver Cross Foundation, which sponsors a number of wellness seminars throughout the communities that focus on breast cancer awareness.
The varsity boys’ and girls’ soccer teams at Lincoln-Way North and Lincoln-Way West high schools know there is more to fight for than a win or a loss.
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The student athletes recently dedicated two games to raise awareness – and a little money – for cancer research and treatment.
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They will present a check for $2,639 to the Silver Cross Foundation, which sponsors a number of wellness seminars throughout the communities that focus on breast cancer awareness.
“It is a great feeling to give back to the community,” said Mike Murphy, head soccer coach at Lincoln-Way North. “These games were a great avenue to teach our athletes that there is something more to fight for other than a win or a loss.
“As a coach, we stress sportsmanship and making the correct decisions on and off the field,” he added. “This game reinforced the true principles of interscholastic sports.”
Students raised the cash donation at a girl’s soccer match on May 8 and a boy’s soccer match on Oct. 2.
It was the fourth year that the Lincoln-Way North soccer teams and Lincoln-Way West soccer teams, coached by Jeff Theiss, have raised money for cancer treatment and research.
“Every year, our parents and athletes raise the bar in creating a special event for our community,” said Theiss. “It is always such a great experience to see the athletes battling on the field, but also maintaining such a high level of integrity and sportsmanship by understanding that there are bigger issues that go beyond the game of soccer.”
“The Lincoln-Way North and Lincoln-Way West soccer programs are grateful for the support we received from the community and parents,” added Murphy.