The need to raise awareness and funds for cancer research is more important than ever. ESPN and the V Foundation are dedicated to victory over cancer. Dec.1-12, starting on Giving Tuesday, the international day of giving, marks V Week across ESPN.
During these challenging times, ESPN and the V Foundation’s fight against cancer has not stopped. If you are able, please support cancer research by visiting V.org/donate.
Remember, 100% of donations go to fund cancer research and programs.
Here’s what’s ahead during V Week:
Dec. 2: Jimmy V Men’s Classic on ESPN
- No. 11 West Virginia vs. No. 1 Gonzaga (7 p.m. ET)
- No. 5 Illinois vs. No. 2 Baylor (10 p.m. ET)
Dec. 3: Jimmy V Women’s Classic
- No. 8 NC State at No. 1 South Carolina (7 p.m. ET on ESPN2)
Dec. 4: Remembering Stuart Scott
We celebrate the life and legacy of ESPN icon Stuart Scott. You can honor Scott’s memory by giving to his research fund. The fund supports minority researchers and the research of why some cancers are more likely to impact minority populations. If you’re able to, give now at V.org/STUART
ESPN has also produced limited edition “Boo-Yah” T-shirts. They are available for purchase. For every shirt purchased now through July 31, TSC and Threadless will donate $25 to the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund.
Dec. 4: Jimmy V Women’s Basketball Classic
- No. 20 DePaul at No. 5 Louisville (6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN)
In 2014 Stuart Scott wins the Jimmy V Award for his courageous fight against cancer.
Dec. 5: UFC ‘Fight Like Hell’ Night
- UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Vettori (7 p.m. ET)
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