he Centereach High School Volleyball team hosted its annual “Dig Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness match, raising an impressive $1,200 for the Side-Out Foundation, an organization dedicated to funding stage 4 breast cancer research. This year’s event was especially meaningful, as it marked a major milestone in the program’s long-standing commitment to supporting breast cancer research.
In an exciting development, Centereach’s fundraising efforts were recognized on a national level. The Side-Out Foundation selected the Centereach Volleyball team’s fundraiser as one of the top 10 in the county, and in recognition of their outstanding efforts, the foundation will send an additional $1,000 to the cause on behalf of Centereach High School Volleyball.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of our players, coaches, and community,” said Mike Weaver, Centereach High School Volleyball coach. “We are proud to have raised more funds than ever before for this important cause, and to have our efforts honored in such a meaningful way. Our team is committed to supporting breast cancer research, and this year, we have made a bigger impact than we could have imagined.”
In total—and thanks to the generosity of students, parents, faculty, and the local community—the Centereach High School Volleyball program has raised over $2,200 for the Side-Out Foundation, the highest total in the 13-year history of the fundraiser. This achievement highlights the continued growth and success of the event, which brings awareness to breast cancer.
The Dig Pink event, which included a volleyball match, a silent auction, raffles, and other fundraising activities, united the Centereach community in the fight against breast cancer. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Side-Out Foundation, which allocates funds directly to breast cancer research and patient support programs.
The Centereach Volleyball Program has been participating in the Dig Pink fundraiser for 13 years, and the continued success of this event reflects the ongoing commitment of the team and the school community to make a difference in the fight against breast cancer.