Coaches Vs Cancer Event is a Success

The Janesville High School Student Lighthouse Team hosted a Coaches vs. Cancer event at the home game against Clarksville on Tuesday, January 31st.

Coaches vs. Cancer is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This year JCSD teamed up with the mission to increase cancer awareness and support a local Janesville family. All funds raised this year will go to the family of Paul “Oscar” Britt and his wife, Donna. Paul was recently diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer and passed away on December 28th. Paul and Donna are lifelong Janesville residents and avid supporters of our Janesville community and basketball teams. Paul graduated from Janesville in 1968. Donna currently works at the school as a preschool associate. Their children and many of their grandchildren have attended Janesville schools and been involved in basketball including our current jr. high boys basketball coach, Tori Hazard (‘17), and current high school boys basketball player, Daniel Britt (So).

There were many activities for all ages. Fans enjoyed a Chili Supper sponsored by the Janesville PTA, raffle prizes, baked goods, and carnival games. A Wall of Hope was displayed to honor those who have battled cancer.

Profits from the games, raffles, bake sale, chili supper, and concession sales totaled over $2900. The Lighthouse Team would like to thank everyone who participated in the festivities.