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THE CAUSE

Driving together toward a cure for brain cancer.

Survival rates for the most aggressive brain tumors have barely moved in decades, and the research pipeline depends heavily on philanthropy. This tournament funds two programs attacking the problem from both ends — the operating room and the classroom.

BENEFICIARY 01

USC Brain Tumor Center

Keck Medicine of USC

A multidisciplinary team advancing surgical innovation, clinical trials and translational research for patients facing the most aggressive brain tumors.

  • Surgical innovation in complex tumor removal
  • Access to leading-edge clinical trials
  • Translational research bridging lab and patient care
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BENEFICIARY 02

Hahn-Pflueger Brain Cancer Scholars Program

University of Notre Dame

Funding the next generation of researchers, students and scholars dedicated to understanding and defeating brain cancer.

  • Scholarships for early-career researchers
  • Funding for original brain cancer studies
  • Mentorship from leading faculty
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WHY NOW

A rivalry redirected.

With no football game between the schools this year, both communities found another way to compete — and to fight for the same cause.

What starts with a one-time rivalry is designed to return every year, growing the field and the impact alongside it.

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Where the money goes

01

Research

Lab work, trials and the studies that move treatment forward.

02

Opportunity

Scholars and early-career scientists funded to stay in the field.

03

Hope

Better answers for the families who hear this diagnosis next.

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