On Monday, October 6th, SRHS Girl’s Volleyball Teams wore pink jerseys at their Spike Out Breast Cancer Night to recognize and support those with breast cancer.

“Wearing pink tonight means so much to me and my team,” sophomore Yelena Magana explains. “It represents the different types of cancer that people have faced. Pink was for breast cancer, but we called the night Spike Out Cancer to honor everyone who’s suffered through all types.”

Pink is a color to represent every cancer survivor and everyone who is fighting against any type of cancer. Although October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every type of cancer survivor is important to recognize and explore.

Magana states, “This is a tradition that our program does every year. The only thing we have changed about it, is instead of it being Pink Breast Cancer Night, Coach Alia wanted it to be Spike Out Cancer night to represent every type of cancer survivor.”

This annual tradition of wearing pink at a game during the month of October is to help represent all of those families who fight or know someone who fights against Breast Cancer. The players, coaches, and family members come together to compete and support at this game to raise awareness for a cause that has touched many lives. 

“It’s important to keep raising awareness so people are aware of everyone who has had to fight through breast cancer and how it impacts so many people,” sophomore Ava Poort says.

For many players and fans, this event is a reminder that sports are a great way to change perspectives of others and showcase an important cause. 

“The pink jerseys really change the atmosphere for everyone,” Magana continues. “Since the pink is so vibrant and colorful, it really brings the energy to not only the team, but to the audience. It makes us want to play more and more with higher energy.”

There is a deeper significance of wearing pink than just its color. It contributes to the support, unity, and hope of families. The energy the color brings is a big driver to the teams that are playing and the message behind it makes everyone want to come support the cause.

“When I step on that court, I play my game, but I also keep in my mind that I’m not only playing for me, but also those who have survived or passed from cancer,” Poort states.

Through every play, the volleyball teams come together, showing their strength, emotion, and pride throughout the night. Wearing pink during Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a small action that brings a larger message of hope.