Penn State Brandywine's Volleyball Dig Pink Day for Cancer Research

Our women's volleyball team held its first "Dig Pink" event on Saturday, Oct. 1, to honor The Side-Out Foundation and its goal to help breast cancer patients and their families through research.

"There are many people who have been touched by breast cancer, whether in their family or through friends. To be able to help, even in a small way, is a fantastic feeling! I have personally been saddled with the struggles of breast cancer, as well as other types of cancer in my family, and being able to reach out a hand to those who have felt the same means the world to me. Going through such a tough thing is hard enough, but having the support of thousands of unknown people makes you feel less alone and blessed," said head coach Melissa Algeo.

Penn State Brandywine Athletics and the women's volleyball team were fortunate enough to have a great turn out of fans and supporters on Saturday for the quad match against Penn State Schuylkill, Penn State Hazleton, and Penn College. People bought t-shirts, snacks, and raffle tickets, and took part in volleyball serving competitions to support the cause. 

A total of $1,125 was made in this effort  and all proceeds are headed to The Side-Out Foundation.

"It was so much fun to support such a great cause as a team. Knowing that our sport has helped those in need makes it all worth while!" two of Brandywine's players, Alexandra Vitale and Kate Curley, said.

We are ... supporting a great cause!
We are ... making a difference!
We are ... Penn State Brandywine!