Women's Lacrosse Helps Raise More Than $3,000 for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorder Center

Courtesy: UAlbany Sports Information

Albany, N.Y. – The University at Albany women’s lacrosse program held a clinic and three-on-three tournament at the campus’ John Fallon Field on Monday, Oct. 8 in an effort to support the Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorder Center. The clinic and tournament, which was attended by more than 100 girls between fifth and 12th grades, raised $3,020 for the Albany Medical Pediatric Oncology Unit and Student Care for Kids.

The event was held in honor of Meghan Ladouceur, the sister of current UAlbany freshman Tee Ladouceur, and Kate Sullivan, a freshman on last year’s Great Danes’ team. Meghan Ladouceur, a sophomore on the girls’ lacrosse squad at Bethlehem Central High School, has Stage II Lymphoma, a cancer that starts in the lymphatic tissue. Sullivan had a benign brain tumor removed last June and is expected to return to school for the 2008 spring semester.

“This was an upbeat tournament for a good cause,” said Tee Ladouceur, whose family has gone through an emotional last month dealing with her sister’s illness. “It is good to see so much support. It’s been a fun day for kids playing lacrosse and at the same time helping out families.”