More than 1000 people took part in the event at Windy Hill, making it one of the largest of its kind in Victoria.
Importantly over $200,000 was raised for the Cancer Council’s lifesaving cancer research, world-class education and prevention programs, and important support services for people facing cancer.
""This Club was only too pleased to host what is a very important event. It gives people an opportunity to get together and remember, celebrate and look to the future. I congratulate everyone involved,"" Essendon managing director Peter Jackson said.
""We greatly value the relationship we have with the Cancer Council and this is one of a number of activities we have planned over the next 12 months,"" he said.
Essendon Premiership player Adam Ramanauskas was patron of this year’s event and a key member of the organisation committee. A number of Essendon staff and players got involved in the 24-hour event.
Cancer Council Victoria Director Professor David Hill says the Bombers have become important players in the fight against cancer.
""Relay For Life is one of the Cancer Council’s most important fundraising events and we sincerely thank the Essendon Football Club for its contribution to the Moonee Valley event,"" Professor Hill said.
""Both through this event and other fundraising activities like Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea and Clash For Cancer, the Club has shown they’re committed to helping us further our vital work. We look forward to continuing to work together on more fundraising events over the coming 12 months.""
Highlights of the Relay included:
- Highest team fundraiser went to the Brumby's Babes team who raised $40,000.00
- Highest individual fundraiser went to Belinda Ramanauskas (Adam's wife) who raised $4525.00.
- Entertainment from BABBA and Darryl Cotton
- More than 1000 locals and supporters participated in the event
For further information on Relay For Life call 1300 65 65 85 or visit www.relayforlife.org.au.
The 2007 Clash for Cancer will held during Essendon's Round 13 match against Melbourne on Friday 29th June.
