Mavericks Football Set for Family Weekend and Tackle Cancer
MANKATO, Minn. – The No. 5-ranked Minnesota State football team returns home Saturday, Oct. 24, to host No. 22 Wayne State at 1 p.m. at Blakeslee Stadium as part The No. 5-ranked Minnesota State football team is set to play against No. 22 Wayne State in Blakeslee Stadium as part of Family Weekend and the annual Tackle Cancer initiative, which raises over $4.79 million for the Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund. The Mavericks, one of only 10 undefeated teams remaining in NCAA Division II, are 7-0 overall and 6-0 in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference play. The Minnesota Football Coaches Association (MFCA) partners annually with the RandyShaver Cancer Fund to raise money for cancer research, treatment programs and community assistance through football games across Minnesota. Since 2012, MFCA has led a statewide effort encouraging Minnesota high school and college football teams to designate one game each season as a Tackle Cancer event. Proceeds from Tackle Cancer directly support the Randy
Diterbitkan : 16 jam yang lalu oleh Minnesota State University - Mankato Athletics di dalam Sports Health
Raised Since 2012: More than $4.79 million
How Funds Are Used
• Provides direct assistance to Minnesota cancer patients and their families
– The No. 5-ranked Minnesota State football team returns ho... [1762 symbols]
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