15/07/2010
Port Adelaide Rugby Union Club tackle cancer this July
Port Adelaide Rugby club is joining big name sporting stars, Socceroos’ Tim Cahill, Essendon’s Andrew Welsh and Parramatta Eels’ Tim Mannah in Cancer Council’s Call To Arms this July to help tackle our toughest opponent yet – cancer.
Port Adelaide Rugby Club spokesperson Travis O’Neill said the team will fundraise by playing rugby and will don a yellow armband for their Call To Arms match on 17th July vs Brighton at Baynes Place, Port Adelaide
“We feel it’s important to support Call To Arms to raise funds and awareness for cancer in men. The stat of 1 in 2 men affected by cancer by the age of 85 is confronting to say the least,” said Travis O’Neill.
“Our players will wear yellow armbands to support men who have survived cancer, those currently facing cancer and to remember mates who have lost their lives to cancer.”
Cancer Council spokesperson Irene Manitta said compared to women, Australian men are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer and less likely to survive their diagnoses and supporting Call To Arms is a great way to spotlight this pressing health issue.
“Call To Arms is a chance for all local sporting clubs, like Port Adelaide Rugby Club, to rally together and help raise funds to help prevent cancers in men, find new treatments and fund support programs for men facing cancer,” Ms Manitta said.
To support Port Adelaide Rugby Club Call To Arms match, head to Baynes Place, Port Adelaide on 17 July and make a donation. For more information on Call To Arms visit www.calltoarms.com.au