MSR signs up for Walk for Him to tackle prostate cancer
Matt Stone Racing has signed up for this year’s ‘Walk for Him’ campaign, to raise funds for people affected by prostate cancer.
In the effort to support research and programs that improve awareness and treatment for cancer patients and their families, the Yatala-based team will take part in the challenge in June.
MSR will be raising funds for Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCFA), seeing them each complete 49,000 steps during Men’s Health Week from Monday June 13 to Sunday June 19.
It’s a cause close to home for Jack Le Brocq, who will captain the team's efforts, with his father surviving his own battle with the disease.
"It’s great to be getting behind such a great cause with the PCFA 'Walk for Him' initiative, which is supporting the next step in supporting all men with Prostate cancer,” Le Brocq said.
"It is something close to home for me with Dad being diagnosed half a dozen years ago and having watched many family members and friends battle Prostate cancer over the years.
"Our good friend Rob Smith who has battled this head-on, has helped bring the MSR team together to join the team at Tyrepower to raise funds and awareness for this cause.
"I’m very excited to have such an amazing team at MSR who are joining us on our 49,000 steps walk during Men’s Health week in June."
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer found in Australian men.
Every 30 minutes, a new man is diagnosed with this horrible disease which takes about nine Australian men’s lives each day.
PCFA has a vision for the future where no man dies of prostate cancer and Australian men and their families get the support they need.
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia CEO Anne Savage praised Matt Stone Racing for their support.
"Matt Stone Racing and Jack Le Brocq are first in class when it comes to community," Savage said.
"We are proud to see Jack and the team step up to join our 'Walk for Him' ahead of Men’s Health Week, supporting Australian men with prostate cancer.
"With 49 Australian men diagnosed every day, all of us know someone who has been impacted.
"In our eyes, Jack is a hero on and off the track, and we can’t wait to track his progress throughout this campaign."
To get involved, visit www.walkforhim.org.au or donate to the Matt Stone Racing Team here.
If you’ve been impacted by prostate cancer and need support, phone 1800 22 00 99.
