Woman Referees to Blow Whistle For Cancer

Over the next week, thousands of woman's basketball officials will be using pink whistles during games. Approx 4000 officials in both college in high school will donate a portion of their game checks to benefit the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund.

"'Calling for a Cure' is a unique awareness and fundraising program, one best suited to involve the women and men who run the basketball courts each and every game," said Michelle Perry, Director of NCAA Division I basketball. "And even before tip-off of 'Think Pink' week, I'm pleased to announce that hundreds of women's basketball referees have already generously donated significant portions of their game checks."

Fans can donate to the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund online at http://www.jimmyv.org or by calling 1-800-4JimmyV.

Ultimately, all funds raised by the game officials and the participating coordinators will be presented to the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund at the Women's Final Four scheduled to be held April 6th and 8th at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, FL.

This is a great thing that all these officials are doing.