### Breaking Records. Saving Lives.

From August 29th to September 2nd, I will be 1 of over 50 caring and courageous baseball players who will step up to the plate to challenge the Guinness World Record by playing in the 3rd edition of the World’s Longest Baseball Game – all while making a difference for cancer patients right here in Alberta.

We will be playing baseball for 100+ hours straight – rain or shine – with the goal of raising $300,000 in support of the Cure Cancer Foundation. All funds raised through the 2024 World’s Longest Baseball Game will go towards the purchase of an MR Sim at the Cross Cancer Institute. This state-of-the-art equipment will change the way we detect, diagnose and treat cancer.

*On a personal note, cancer has affected many loved ones close to me including my dad, but the reality is that every one of us knows someone who has been affected. This is why I am so passionate about supporting this cause and I feel fortunate to be able to do this through the game of baseball that has been such a big part of my life.*

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*Fun fact #1 - this is officially the 6th World's Longest Ball Game that I have participated in - the first 3 playing softball at my childhood diamond in Waskatenau, AB., and the last 3 playing baseball as part of the WLBG. Fun fact #2 – the game will be played on a ball diamond that replicates the dimensions of the Old Yankee Stadium and has been recently built by a community of caring volunteers at Saiker’s Acres, Strathcona County. It’s worth seeing!*

Together, we will make a difference for current and future generations of cancer patients. Please donate to this great cause today - simply select the “Donate Now” tab above - to ensure patients in Alberta will be the first in the world to participate in these clinical trials through the Cross Cancer Institute.

Your support will be most appreciated!


Edward Chykerda

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Support me and my fellow players as we swing for the fences in support of cancer research!

THIS PROJECT IS OVER