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By Jed Blackwell
Sports Editor
For one night last week, the Spartanburg and Boiling Springs volleyball teams squared off in a match in which the score was secondary.
The Vikings and Bulldogs participated in one of many “Dig for the Cure” events that are scheduled to take place this month, as local volleyball teams observe National Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Dig for the Cure is a volleyball-specific fundraiser where players and programs get donations for each dig they record in a match. A dig is a defensive play in which a player prevents an opponent’s attack from scoring by “digging” it up before it hits the court. The dig becomes a symbol of defending against breast cancer.
The event at Spartanburg last week also included the sale of the familiar pink items that have become synonomous with the fight against breast cancer. Pink t-shirts, pink-frosted cupcakes and brownies, and pink balloons were all available. Each player’s chair on the benches were tied with pink balloons, and pink shoelaces and hair ribbons were worn by both teams.
Spartanburg coach Lauren Mueller said she was happy to be involved in the event.
“Breast cancer awareness is something that’s near and dear to my heart,” she said. “Our players love to wear the pink, the community support has been enthusiastic, and it’s something that we hope to continue.”
Mueller especially thanked the Spartanburg High students who came out to support the cause.
“Our student section was awesome,” she said. “When you can get some of those guys in pink shirts, you know you’re doing something right.”
Boiling Springs coach Allyson Elliott said her team was very happy to be part of the event.
“It’s a great way to support a fantastic cause,” she said. “We have a parent who’s not able to come to some games - she’s not here tonight, for example - because she’s undergoing treatment. This is something that hits everybody. I’m glad we got the chance to support it.”
Spartanburg athletic director Myles Wilson was pleased with the event.
“It creates a unique atmosphere, and it gives us a chance to give back to the community,” he said.
Spartanburg was to participate in another Dig for the Cure event on Tuesday at Dorman.
In the match, Boiling Springs took a 25-9, 25-15, 25-23 victory over the Lady Vikings.
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