For the brothers of Kappa Sigma fraternity, there is no greater strength than defeating brain cancer.
To help raise funds for the Florida Brain Tumor Association, Kappa Sigma will host their annual Strong Man competition, where students can test their strength in a series of weight lifting events, on April 7 at 4:00 p.m. on the Alvin Sherman Library Quad.
There are 17 total events, including bench press, sandbag lift, farmers walk, crucifix, dead lift, tire flip and a truck pull. Women can also compete in an additional squat event.
According to the American Brain Tumor Association, brain cancer is the most common form of cancer in those ages 19 and younger and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in children under 20.
This event is more than just a weight-lifting competition for the fraternity; it’s a chance to help families who are suffering from the effects of brain cancer.
James McCloskey, freshman biology major and brother of Kappa Sigma, said that people should participate because of the devastating impact brain cancer has on patients and their families.
“Brain cancer claim hundreds of lives every year,” he said. “I have dealt with losing someone to it, and some of my brothers have dealt with it, as well. As of right now, there is no true cure to brain cancer, and it has affected hundreds of individuals and families.”
One female and one male competitor will each win a trophy and membership to LA Fitness in individual competitions, while one female and one male competitor will each win a trophy and a $50 gift card to Total Nutrition for winning the most events.
The cost is $5 per event or $30 to participate in all events. The event is open to the public, and participants must be at least 16 years old. Contestants can sign up for as many events as they want.
Competitors can sign up until the starting time for the event. Those who sign up for six or more events will receive a T-shirt. Anyone who wants to donate or buy a T-shirt but does not wish to compete can do so during the event.
For more information, contact McCloskey at jm3933@nova.edu or 850-797-2954.
