THE HUNTERDON COUNTY NEWS
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05/12/08

TITLE: SOMERSET Patriots Win On And Off The Field - mothers day breast cancer fundraiser
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Time: 11:15:35

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The Somerset Patriots and the Somerset Medical Center hosted Breast Cancer Awareness Day at Commerce Bank Ballpark on Sunday, May 11 for a special Mother's Day.
 
The event began with a Mother’s Day Brunch from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on the Picnic Patio. Over 220 people enjoyed the brunch.
 
The Patriots then held a pre-game ceremony recognizing Breast Cancer survivors, volunteers, and representatives involved in the fight against Breast Cancer. The pre-game ceremony included Dr. Kathleen Toomey, the Medical Director of the Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center, and Steve Kalafer, the Chairman of the Somerset Patriots.
 
The first 2,000 women in attendance received a Pink Somerset Patriots Cap courtesy of Somerset Medical Center.
 
All Patriots players and coaches wore pink and white Patriots jerseys that were auctioned off during the game to benefit The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center. The jerseys helped raise over $5,800 for the fight against Breast Cancer. Sparky Lyle's jersey was the highest, just under $500.
 
The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center had representatives on site to answer questions and distribute information about Breast Cancer.
 
“The day was a great success. We would like to thank all of our fans for their support of this great event. We are very happy to help raise money for our partners at the Somerset Medical Center and the fight against Breast Cancer,” said Patrick McVerry, President/ General Manager of the Somerset Patriots Baseball Club.