"Gold Out" for Pediatric Cancer 2024
What : Woodson Gold Out Football Game for Pediatric Cancer
When: Friday the 6th of September, 2024; 7:00pm
Where: Woodson High School​
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The Toughest Opponent: Tackling Pediatric Brain Cancer on and off the Field; what you likely didn't know:
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Leading Cause of Pediatric Cancer Deaths: Brain tumors are the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in children under 19, with survival rates for aggressive types like high-grade gliomas remaining low.
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High Grade Gliomas' Aggressiveness: High Grade Gliomas are among the most aggressive pediatric brain tumors, often resistant to treatment and resulting in poor outcomes.
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Long-Term Survivor Challenges: Children who survive brain cancer often face significant long-term cognitive, physical, and emotional challenges due to intensive treatments.
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Increasing Incidence Rates: Pediatric brain cancer incidence rates have been increasing by approximately 0.6% per year over the past few decades. This gradual rise underscores the urgent need for continued research into potential environmental, genetic, and other contributing factors.
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Help us drive change for children with pediatric brain cancer!
Max would have stepped onto the field as part of Woodson High School’s Class of 2028, driven by a fierce passion for football and an unbreakable spirit.
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But life had other plans. At just 10 years old, Max faced an unimaginable challenge: a diagnosis of High Grade Glioma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. With a heart full of courage, Max battled this relentless disease for 26 months, showing a resilience that inspired everyone around him. Yet, even the strongest warriors sometimes face battles that cannot be won.
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In Max's honor, the Max Pound Foundation was born with a singular mission: to reshape the future of pediatric brain cancer by championing research and driving advancements in treatments for children like Max.
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We are profoundly grateful to our Cavalier community for standing by our side, and we look forward to a sea of gold in the stands—a powerful symbol of hope and unity in the fight against pediatric cancer.
