Worcester Academy Student Supports Breast Cancer Prevention In Statewide Event

Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) will be holding its annual, statewide Against the Tide Swim, Kayak, Walk, Run and/or Aquathon, events again in 2017. Proceeds benefit MBCC, which is the state’s leading breast cancer organization that seeks to understand the causes of breast cancer in order to find ways to prevent the disease.

Fiona Price is a sophomore at Worcester Academy and a member of their varsity swim team. She will be participating in the competitive swim component for the second year and will continue doing so for as long as MBCC needs her. “Against the Tide combines my passion of swimming and a wonderful cause: the prevention of breast cancer. By doing what I love, I can raise money for a cause I love,” says Price. “Sometimes I feel as though I cannot contribute enough to causes I care about yet, as I am not an adult. However, through MBCC I can directly make a positive change towards funding more research advocacy and outreach, and hopefully a breast cancer free world.”

“It always warms my heart to see young people like Fiona support MBCC’s focus on prevention. It is for them and with them that we strive to succeed in our goal toward breast cancer prevention for future generations,” says MBCC's Executive Director Cheryl Osimo.

The statewide Metro-Boston Against the Tide will be held for the 25th commemorative year at DCR's Hopkinton State Park (30 miles from Boston, 20 miles from Worcester) on Saturday, June 17, 2017. The statewide Cape Cod Against the Tide will be held for the 18th year at DCR's Nickerson State Park (Brewster, MA) on Saturday, August 19, 2017.

These family-friendly and inspirational events bring people from all demographics together with one goal in mind: breast cancer prevention. Both events consist of several components: competitive and recreational swims, recreational kayak, a fitness walk, and USA Track & Field certified 5K/10K runs. Participants of all ages and abilities can choose 1, 2, or 3 of these exciting activities. The event also offers an Aquathon “Splash and Dash” component, where participants “splash” in the competitive 1-mile swim and immediately “dash” in the 5K or 10K run (chosen by the participant).

MBCC is inviting people throughout Massachusetts to register for one or both of the events at www.mbcc.org/swim or by calling 1-800-649-MBCC (6222). Those who cannot attend are invited to make a pledge to a registered participant or existing team. Participants may register as an individual or as part of a team. Registration is $40 per adult per event activity ($80 for Aquathon) and $25 per student per event activity ($50 for Aquathon) up to a maximum of 3 events. We encourage all participants to fund raise beyond the registration minimum, as all proceeds support the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition. Prizes will be awarded to the podium finishers and top fundraisers.

DIRECTIONS: DCR’s HOPKINTON STATE PARK

Park location: 268 Cedar Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Rte. I-495 (north or south) to exit 21A, Main Street, Hopkinton. Travel on Main Street until the third traffic light located at the heart of downtown Hopkinton. Turn left, traveling north on Route 85. Proceed approximately 2 miles to the DCR’s Hopkinton State Park entrance on the right (do not enter the Field Office on the left).

Or

Mass Pike to Rte 9E Turnpike Road via Exit 23A toward Framingham. Take the RT-85S ramp toward Hopkinton / Milford. Turn slight right onto Cordaville Road / RT 85. Continue to follow Route 85. DCR Hopkinton State Park entrance is on the left.

DIRECTIONS: DCR's NICKERSON STATE PARK

Park location: 3488 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631

From Boston:

- Take Rte. 3 south to the Sagamore Bridge

- Take Rte. 6 to exit 12 in Orleans

- Turn left off the ramp onto Rte. 6A West towards Brewster.

- Continue for about 2 miles. Park entrance is on left.