Medway High athletes raise over $10,000 for cancer causes

Medway High School athletes have collectively raised more than $10,000 through three annual fundraising events, all aimed at supporting cancer research and those affected by the disease. The Kick Out Cancer, Dig Pink and Stick It To Cancer events, hosted by the school’s soccer, volleyball and field hockey programs, have proven to be a significant success.

Soccer teams brought in nearly $6,000 for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, while volleyball teams raised over $4,700 for the Side-Out Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with metastatic breast cancer. The field hockey team additionally contributed funds for the American Cancer Society, which focuses on cancer research, treatment and prevention.

The soccer community alone had already raised more than $32,000 over the previous three years of Kick Out Cancer events. The funds were generated through various means, including T-shirt and tribute ribbon sales, bake sales, raffles and donation drives.

Recognizing the impact of these events, Athletic Director Jeff Parcells and interim Principal Paul Peri expressed their pride in both the student-athletes and coaches, emphasizing the positive effect the teams are having on the community. Parcells highlighted the significance of the student-athletes rallying the community behind such a worthy cause, stating that the teams are making an impact in the lives of those facing cancer.

Superintendent Armand Pires praised the events as a fall tradition that brings together the school and broader Medway community, commending the commitment of coaches, student-athletes, parents and community members to supporting cancer research and those affected by the disease.