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University of Houston Athletics
Coach Kelvin Sampson to Raise Funds for American Cancer Society
3/19/2021 12:09:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Fans will have opportunity to bid on his custom sneakers during NCAA Tournament games
INDIANAPOLIS – University of Houston Men's Basketball Head Coach Kelvin Sampson is joining other coaches in a series of sweepstakes to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.
Sampson – as well as coaches Lon Kruger (Oklahoma), Brad Underwood (Illinois), Fran McCaffrey (Iowa) and Greg McDermott (Creighton) – will be wearing custom Coaches vs. Cancer inspired sneakers during this year's NAA Tournament, autographing them and giving lucky fans the chance to win the shoes.
Fans will be able to donate and enter the sweepstakes starting with Friday's Tournament tip off.
The sixth-ranked Cougars, who are seeded No. 2 in the Midwest Region, will face No. 15 seed Cleveland State at 6:15 p.m. (CDT) Friday inside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
"March Madness is an exciting time of year for the American Cancer Society and our Coaches vs. Cancer partnership," said Howard Byck, American Cancer Society Senior Vice President of Corporate and Sports Alliances. "Even though the tournament looks slightly different this year, it is always our goal to find compelling new ways to engage our donors and add value to our partnerships. I believe this custom sneaker sweepstakes is a great way to rally fans and yield meaningful results in the fight against cancer."
All proceeds from the entries will benefit the American Cancer Society's life-saving mission to end cancer. People interested in supporting the cause can learn more and donate at letsengage.com/acs.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Friday's First-Round game on truTV with Carter Blackburn (play-by-play), Debbie Antonelli (analyst) and Evan Washburn (reporter).
• Fans can hear Friday's First-Round game on KPRC 950 AM with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play). The pregame show begins at 7 p.m.
• Fans also can hear the game on Westwood One with Ted Emrich (play-by-play) and Kyle Macy (analyst) calling.
ABOUT COACHES vs. CANCER
The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This initiative leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs. Since 1993, coaches have raised over $130 million for the American Cancer Society.
ABOUT the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 1.5 million volunteers dedicated to saving lives, celebrating lives, and leading the fight for a world without cancer. From breakthrough research, to free lodging near treatment, a 24/7/365 live helpline, free rides to treatment, and convening powerful activists to create awareness and impact, the Society is attacking cancer from every angle. For more information go to cancer.org.
ABOUT ENGAGE
Engage is a disruptive & proprietary platform for booking talent and events. Set to launch this fall, Engage will allow consumers, event planners, and businesses to book talent in less than ten minutes. To learn more, visit LetsEngage.com. For press and media inquiries, contact Press@LetsEngage.com.
JOIN the 2021-22 SEASON-TICKET PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Houston Men's Basketball fans can join the season ticket priority wait list for the 2021-22 season inside the Fertitta Center with a $75 deposit today. To place a deposit for the 2021 season, click here or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-4667).
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
Sampson – as well as coaches Lon Kruger (Oklahoma), Brad Underwood (Illinois), Fran McCaffrey (Iowa) and Greg McDermott (Creighton) – will be wearing custom Coaches vs. Cancer inspired sneakers during this year's NAA Tournament, autographing them and giving lucky fans the chance to win the shoes.
Fans will be able to donate and enter the sweepstakes starting with Friday's Tournament tip off.
The sixth-ranked Cougars, who are seeded No. 2 in the Midwest Region, will face No. 15 seed Cleveland State at 6:15 p.m. (CDT) Friday inside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
"March Madness is an exciting time of year for the American Cancer Society and our Coaches vs. Cancer partnership," said Howard Byck, American Cancer Society Senior Vice President of Corporate and Sports Alliances. "Even though the tournament looks slightly different this year, it is always our goal to find compelling new ways to engage our donors and add value to our partnerships. I believe this custom sneaker sweepstakes is a great way to rally fans and yield meaningful results in the fight against cancer."
All proceeds from the entries will benefit the American Cancer Society's life-saving mission to end cancer. People interested in supporting the cause can learn more and donate at letsengage.com/acs.
TUNE IN
• Fans can watch Friday's First-Round game on truTV with Carter Blackburn (play-by-play), Debbie Antonelli (analyst) and Evan Washburn (reporter).
• Fans can hear Friday's First-Round game on KPRC 950 AM with Jeremy Branham (play-by-play). The pregame show begins at 7 p.m.
• Fans also can hear the game on Westwood One with Ted Emrich (play-by-play) and Kyle Macy (analyst) calling.
ABOUT COACHES vs. CANCER
The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. This initiative leverages the personal experiences, community leadership, and professional excellence of coaches nationwide to increase cancer awareness and promote healthy living through year-round awareness efforts, fundraising activities, and advocacy programs. Since 1993, coaches have raised over $130 million for the American Cancer Society.
ABOUT the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 1.5 million volunteers dedicated to saving lives, celebrating lives, and leading the fight for a world without cancer. From breakthrough research, to free lodging near treatment, a 24/7/365 live helpline, free rides to treatment, and convening powerful activists to create awareness and impact, the Society is attacking cancer from every angle. For more information go to cancer.org.
ABOUT ENGAGE
Engage is a disruptive & proprietary platform for booking talent and events. Set to launch this fall, Engage will allow consumers, event planners, and businesses to book talent in less than ten minutes. To learn more, visit LetsEngage.com. For press and media inquiries, contact Press@LetsEngage.com.
JOIN the 2021-22 SEASON-TICKET PRIORITY WAIT LIST
Houston Men's Basketball fans can join the season ticket priority wait list for the 2021-22 season inside the Fertitta Center with a $75 deposit today. To place a deposit for the 2021 season, click here or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-4667).
JOIN the 50-50-CLUB
Fans are invited to join the 50-50 Club to support Houston Men's Basketball. 50-50 Club members help fund program necessities and enhance the experience for our student-athletes.
Fans who join the 50-50 Club will receive embroidered Jordan Brand team apparel, invitations to exclusive events, regular updates about the program and much more.
For more information or to sign up, fans may visit uhcougars.com/5050club or click here. To join the 50-50 Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarMBK on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarMBK or by visiting the team's Instagram page at UHCougarMBK.
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