SAN DIEGO – San Diego Women's Basketball will host its annual Play4Kay game on Saturday, February 7th at 2 PM when the Toreros take on Seattle University. While Play4Kay games happen at schools across the nation each year, this one carries special significance for USD head coach
Blanche Alverson.
Alverson's mother, Cindy, was diagnosed with triple negative stage two breast cancer. For Coach Alverson, who describes her mother as one of her closest friends and mentors, the diagnosis brought the reality of cancer's impact into sharp focus.
"My mom is one of my closest friends and mentors," Alverson said of her mother. "It really puts things in perspective that sometimes your hard days don't even come close to what someone else might be going through."
Play4Kay was created to raise funds and awareness for the Kay Yow Cancer Fund, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting ways of fighting all cancers affecting women. The fund provides strength, courage, and hope to those affected by cancer.
Game Day Details
The Toreros invite the community to join them in supporting this special cause. USD is offering several ways for fans to attend:
- TICKET DEALS
- Wear pink, get in free – Show your support by wearing pink to the game
- Kids 12 and under – Free admission
- SPECIAL DONATION OFFER – Donate $10 and receive a ticket to this game plus a free ticket to a future game of your choosing. Donate $20 and receive TWO tickets to this game plus TWO free tickets to a future game of your choosing.
The first 400 fans will receive a pink USD t-shirt, and those who donate at the game will be entered into a raffle to win a pink jersey signed by the team.
Honoring Survivors
At halftime, the Toreros will recognize cancer survivors and fighters on the court in a special ceremony. Anyone who would like to be part of this recognition can sign up here. Individuals recognized will receive free tickets for themselves and their friends and family.
For Coach Alverson and the Toreros, Saturday's game is about more than basketball. It's about community, support, and standing together for those affected by cancer.
Join USD women's basketball on February 7th at 2 PM as the Toreros face Seattle U and honor those who inspire us with their courage and strength.
