RICHMOND, VA – (Tuesday, January 13, 2009) – Thanks to the support of the Richmond community, Richmond Kickers Indoor was able to donate $2,622 to Connor’s Heroes during the second annual Kick Out Cancer event held at SCOR on Saturday, December 20th. This year’s total more than doubled the proceeds raised during the inaugural event in 2007.
"Connor’s Heroes continues to be amazed at the generosity of the Richmond Kickers and the soccer community in Richmond, especially the CVSA, whose members have actively supported us over the past two years” comments Steve Goodwin, Connor’s Heroes Foundation President and Co-Founder. “We look forward to more Kick Out Cancer events and to making a difference in the lives of the children and their families as they battle cancer.”
A sellout crowd was treated to an exciting day of indoor soccer as a team comprised of coaching all-stars representing the local youth soccer clubs defeated Richmond Kickers Indoor 11-4. In addition to the finale all-stars showcase, Central Virginia Soccer Association (CVSA) teams Pink Panthers, Lions FC and Fan Rats battled to crown the Lions 2008 Kick Out Cancer Champions. In addition to the fast-paced soccer action, fans in attendance enjoyed a silent auction, raffle prizes, games for kids, and entertainment from the St. Andrew’s Legion Pipes and Drums and the VCU Dance Team. All of the proceeds from the event were donated to Connor’s Heroes on behalf of Kick Out Cancer.
Many thanks to the following individuals and organizations for making the event possible: Connor’s Heroes, Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club, Richmond Strikers, United FC, FC Richmond, Central Virginia Soccer Association, Midlothian Youth Soccer League, Ashland Youth Soccer League, SCOR, Andrew Burton & Kick Out Cancer, Charity Zurell, Schiavone McGee, Paul “Mash” Marsh, St. Andrew’s Legion Pipes and Drums, Hyatt Family, Armitage Family, VCU, DC United, Chicago Fire, New York Red Bulls, Fredericksburg Gunners, Watford FC, Nevada Smiths, Penny Lane Pub, Strictly Soccer, Doubletree Hotel – Downtown Richmond, U-TURN, Fox Elementary School, Buzz and Ned’s, Roberto Furnish, Barry Venturo, AFC Wimbledon and FC United of Manchester.
About Connor’s Heroes
Connor’s Heroes Foundation was established in 2006 and strives to conquer childhood cancer. The Mission is to build a community of heroes to ease the burden of childhood cancer today and to help find a cure for tomorrow. The organization provides Heroes Bags and Backpacks to families with a child who has been diagnosed with cancer at the VCU Children’s Medical Center. Additionally, the program benefits families who have a child who suffers a relapse, families who lose a child to cancer, and families whose child celebrates the end of cancer treatment.
Richmond Kickers Indoor Returns January 24th
Richmond Kickers Indoor of the Premier Arena Soccer League returns to SCOR, Sports Center of Richmond, on Saturday, January 24th to take on Virginia Legacy at 7:00 pm. Space is limited and another sellout is expected. Order tickets in advance for just $5.00 via RichmondKickers.com.
Entering its 10th year, PASL is the largest international indoor/arena soccer league in the world with 54 teams in the United States. PASL is an affiliated member of the FIFRA (Federation International Futbal Rapido Association). Richmond Kickers Indoor competes in the Mid-Atlantic Division alongside local rivals Fredericksburg Generals, Winchester Impact, Maryland Tigers and Virginia Legacy. Visit arenaleague.com for all of the up-to-date scores and standings from around the league.
