Nelson Leafs support fight against Breast Cancer
By The Nelson Daily Sports
Fewer women are dying from breast cancer. But the number remains high, too high.
Which is why the month of October has been designated across North America as Breast Cancer Awareness month by people wearing pink.
Saturday, during the KIJHL game between the Leafs and Columbia Valley Rockies, the Heritage City franchise showcased the battle against a serious form of breast cancer by Galena Pal of Nelson.
The Leafs welcomed Pal and her daughter snow the opportunity to drop the puck during the ceremonial faceoff to begin the game.
There was also silent auctions as well as Nelson donated its share of the 50/50 draw to Pal’s fundraising cause.
“I just want to say thank you so much to the Nelson Leafs (including) Sean Dooley and MJ Swetlikoe — for making this happen,” said evening organizer Steve Archdekin.
Archdekin said Pal has a long way to go but knows everyone is behind her until she comes through the other end of this.
“I am so grateful for the way so many people jump at the chance to help me with the things I have been doing,” Archdekin said.
“It would be impossible without you. I have met some incredible people along the way to go with the endless inspiration I have found watching the dignity and grace with how G (Gelana) has been handling all of this. Really beautiful stuff.”
The evening became complete when Nelson won the game in double overtime 3-2 on a goal by Ryan Piva.
