The Syracuse Crunch will host Shine a Light on Lung Cancer Night on Friday, Nov. 13, when they face the Toronto Marlies at 7 p.m. at Upstate Medical University Arena in Syracuse.
Presented by Upstate Cancer Center, the event will raise awareness and funds for the Upstate Cancer Prevention & Early Detection Fund, according to the team’s announcement. The fund addresses breast, colorectal and lung cancer disparities in underserved communities in Onondaga County.
First-intermission observance planned
During the first intermission, the arena lights will be dimmed and fans will be invited to turn on their phone lights. A moment of silence will honor lung cancer survivors and remember loved ones who have died from the disease.
Upstate Cancer Center representatives will also staff an information table on the concourse with materials about lung cancer screening and tobacco cessation.
The event takes place during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The team describes Shine a Light on Lung Cancer as the largest coordinated lung cancer awareness program in the United States.
Cancer center services and tickets
Upstate Cancer Center provides outpatient cancer services for children and adults. Its 110,000-square-foot facility is adjacent to Upstate University Hospital at 750 E. Adams St. in Syracuse, with additional services offered at locations in Syracuse, Oswego and Verona.
Single-game tickets and season ticket packages are available at the Crunch office inside the arena at the Onondaga County War Memorial, 800 S. State St. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 315-473-4444 or through Ticketmaster.
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