Drew Dietrich knows all too well what cancer can take away. More than 20 years ago, several years after he graduated college, a close friend of his passed away after a battle with cancer. That was his first close-up experience with cancer, and it inspired him to get involved. “Her death motivated me to get…
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The Victory Ride Provides Hope for Doctors and Patients Alike
The V Foundation for Cancer Research’s Victory Ride to Cure Cancer presented by Braswell Family Farms is no ordinary bike ride. The ride celebrates survivors. It honors those we have lost. The Victory Ride gives everyone – from avid cyclists to people who’ve never been on a bike before – the opportunity to come together…
Read MoreWhy We Ride: Dr. Lou Vaickus
Dr. Lou Vaickus has the same motivations as most who register for the Victory Ride to Cure Cancer presented by Braswell Family Farms. He’s dealt with cancer more than anyone should have to. His father had cancer, his father-in-law died from cancer, and he has a sister, cousin and three close friends currently facing the…
Read MoreA New Spin on the Victory Ride
Do you want to participate in the Victory Ride to Cure Cancer, but just aren’t comfortable riding a bike on the open road? This year, we have a new way to ride that is perfect for you! Thanks to our friends at CycleBar Brier Creek, you can join us for Victory Ride Spin! The 45-minute…
Read MoreWhy We Ride: Seth Brodkin
We’re all affected by cancer. Nearly everyone has some connection to the disease, whether it’s a family member, friend, co-worker or acquaintance who has heard the words “You have cancer.” Seth Brodkin is no different. He lost a grandmother and an uncle to cancer. His nephew has battled cancer since he was a baby. He’s…
Read MoreWhy We Ride: Dr. Boris Pasche
Boris Pasche, M.D., Ph.D., is the Director of the Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center and Chair of the Department of Cancer Biology. He joins the Victory Ride to Cure Cancer presented by Braswell Family Farms on a mission for his patients, raising funds to support life-saving research. As a cancer survivor, he understands firsthand…
Read MoreVictory Ride Participant Shawn Patil on Why He Rides
The Victory Ride chatted with 2019 Victory Ride participant Shawn Patil on why he choose to ride this year and why this event means so much to him. The Victory Ride: How has cancer affected you personally? Shawn Patil: Where do I start. My father and grandfather have cancer. My only family in North…
Read MoreWhy I Ride by Joshua Reed
Cancer has affected me personally through seeing my family members battle this disease. My mother is a two-time cancer survivor. She was first diagnosed when I was a senior in high school. I remember being scared to death because we all knew that cancer ran in her family, and it had been a death sentence…
Read MoreThe V Foundation for Cancer Research Announces 2nd Annual Victory Ride to Cure Cancer
Cary, NC [October 2, 2018]– The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is excited to announce the second annual Victory Ride to Cure Cancer will take place Saturday, May 18, 2019, beginning and ending at NC State University’s Centennial Campus. The Victory Ride benefits Duke Cancer Institute, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer…
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