Author Archives: Adam Cox
Media
Strikes Against Cancer In The News Our recent news is below, to see key news items from 2011 & 2012, please see our Past News The Introduction and Meaning of Strikes Against Cancer K Logo 1) In baseball, scorekeepers use a backwards K when a batter strikes out looking called 3rd strike. 2) […]
Tournaments
The 5th Anniversary Strikes Against Cancer Tournament 2015! May 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Always the First Weekend in May in McKinney, Texas and the DFW Metro-Plex! The 5th Annual “Strikes Against Cancer”, a USSSA sanctioned tournament, will be hosted in the City of McKinney, Texas and surrounding areas on the First Weekend of May, 1st, […]
Mayor BrianLoughmiller’s
The Mayor was honored to throw in the 2013 Strikes Against Cancer First Pitch with 4 year old Bryce Dahl, Leukemia survivor, seen here with Opening Ceremonial catchers Joey Goller, right, and Cam Holzer, left in Boombah Strikes Against Cancer awareness jerseys.
Texas State Capitol Geordon Cox
Strikes Against Cancer at Texas State Capitol Geordon Cox was recognized by the House of Representatives in Austin, Texas for his contributions to cancer research. Representative Scott Stanford introduced Geordon to the house who in turn gave him a standing ovation.
Pink in the Rink
2nd Annual “Pink in the Rink” Benefit Game Strikes Against Cancer’s Founder, Geordon Cox #21, was honored at the Ice Jets Junior A Team Second Annual “Pink in the Rink” charity hockey game, where he purchased Ricky Green’s #21 jersey. Thank you ICE JETS for your support!
Cancer Color Awareness Education Bracelets
Cancer Color Awareness Education Bracelets Strikes Against Cancer is committed to fighting ALL forms of cancer. Our Green (for Lymphoma) Blue (for Prostate) Pink (for Breast), Yellow (for Bladder), and Teal (for Endometrial) Bracelets educate the community all cancer awareness.
McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau Tourism Partner of the Year Award
McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau Tourism Partner of the Year Award. Thirteen year old Geordon Cox, accompanied by his dad, Adam, received the McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau Tourism Partner of the Year award for his accomplishments with his foundation, Strikes Against Cancer, a dream born out of a boy’s love for his mom.
TSB McKINNEY HALL of FAME INDUCTION
TSB McKINNEY HALL of FAME INDUCTION Strikes Against Cancer Vice President Eric Power, Founder Geordon Cox, and TownSquare Buzz President and Founder Angie Bado at TBS Red Carpet Event February 26th Downtown McKinney, Texas as Geordon was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Pledges
Participate and Pledge To Strikes Against Cancer Pledge to Geordon and or Your Own Pitching Staff! Join Geordon’s dream of defeating cancer one strike at a time. Sponsor Geordon or your teams pitching staff as they tally up the strikes over the season to the AAYBA World Series for a season total of strikes. Follow along […]
MCDC
The McKinney Community Development Corporation is an organization with a mission to promote and preserve the quality of life in McKinney. It was established in 1996 when McKinney voters approved a one-half cent sales tax to be used to enhance McKinney’s aesthetic, cultural and leisure amenities. McKinney, one of the fastest-growing cities in America, is known […]
Striking Back
2014 Season Strike Pledges
Pledge a Strike per Player or per Team The City of McKinney and Strikes Against Cancer will be welcoming hundreds of teams into North Texas May 2nd, 3rd, and 4th as they join forces for a common goal for one weekend… raise precious funds for ground breaking cancer research! We Fight Cancer One Strike At […]
Fundraising Team of the Year
Fundraising Team of the Year. Billy Viars RoughRiders raised over $3,000.00 in Strike Pledges for the 2013 Annual Tournament.
McKinney Community Development Corporation
Our Appreciation, and Relationship with MCDC Geordon’s foundation, Strikes Against Cancer, applied for Grants to promote the City of McKinney. These Grants, spanning over 3 years, from MCDC gave us significant tournament growth due to our blended marketing campaigns. 158% Growth with teams traveling greater distances, booking hotels earlier in advance, and driving significant revenue […]
Cordero Torres is a 14 year old Freshman at McKinney Boyd High School
Cordero Torres is a 14 year old Freshman at McKinney Boyd High School. He is a proud member of the McKinney Boyd Broncos Freshman baseball team where he plays short stop and second base. He considers the entire McKinney Boyd Baseball program his family and is proud to be a part of such an incredibly disciplined, determined […]
Chevy News
Geordon Receives 2nd Chevy Hometown Hero for the City of McKinney! Strikes Against Cancer would like to thank Chevy Hometown Hero’s Host Emily Reppert, Toby Howard, the Production Staff, Texas Rangers Mascot “Captain”, Head Coach Varsity Joe Williams of Melissa High School and his baseball program for all their support during the production shooting of […]
Hall of Fame Honors
Seen here, Geordon is pictured with his Community TownSquare Buzz Hall of Fame honors on the walls of TBS, pictured with his mother Lisa, and his recent McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau Tourism Partner of the Year Award accomplishments for Strikes Against Cancer at the Red Carpet Event of TSB February 26th, 2013.
Trained Therapy Dogs Aiding Cancer Patients
Strikes Against Cancer recognize the benefits of Trained Therapy Dogs Aiding Cancer Patients. Research suggests that visits with animals may improve patient outcomes, decrease length of hospital stay, help with confusion, depression and manage pain symptoms. This logo and program was specifically created by the request of Geordon’s mother before she passed away from cancer. […]
Inaugural Strike the Green Golf Tournament
Strikes Against Cancer Inaugural Strike the Green Golf Tournament – All proceeds benefit Strikes Against Click Here for Details SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Title Sponsor – $5,000.00 4 player entry: Name inclusive on all banners, media advertisement, Name on Awards, Full Page in Media Guide, Logo and Company Information on all carts promotional items in the Goody […]
