Two years ago, former Nanticoke football player Christian Stevenson initiated a tradition of raising money for cancer relief. Continuing his legacy, 4 current seniors have raised a record-breaking amount of money for cancer relief as their senior project. With their “Rush for the Cure” slogan, Frank Marcinkowski, Joe Shimko, Tyler Meyers, and Brad Yanus have raised an astonishing $9,181! The amount of money that was raised by these students exceeded all expectations and, as a result of this project, cancer patients will be assisted with the payment of their prescriptions and nutritional supplements.

The GNA Insider sat down with Frank Marcinkowski, Joe Shimko, Tyler Meyers, and Brad Yanus.

For some students, completing their senior project is a menial task. You however went above and beyond all expectations. What made you pursue this fundraiser for your senior project?

Marcinkowski: It’s a tradition for football players to do the “Pink Out” game. For us, we really dedicated ourselves and put a lot of hard work into making this a very successful project.

Meyers: It was a traditional fundraiser for football players, but with four people and a lot of hard work, we were able to make a difference.

Yanus: I believe we were looking to make a difference in the lives of others.

What was the most rewarding experience that you encountered during the project?

Marcinkowski: The most rewarding experience is knowing that we helped a lot of people.

Meyers: The most rewarding experience was getting the big check and helping people in need and knowing we made a difference in their lives.

Yanus: The most rewarding experience was being able to hand the Medical Oncology fund a $9,000 check.

What advice would you give other students who are looking to make a difference in the lives of others for their senior project?

Marcinkowski: Dedicate yourself, work with others, and get more people around you involved.

Shimko: Work hard and advertise it.

Meyers: Get the community involved, and spread the word about the difference you are trying to make.