Benjamin Logan High School freshman Bre Sweeney, far left, had the privilege of smacking math teacher Jamie Hughes in the face with a pie at the 2024 Raider Relay. The boys onstage with them were part of the afternoon’s talent show. Their over-the-top “wrestle–mania” presentation took first place out of the three performances. (EXAMINER PHOTO | SHARYN KOPF)
“It’s an honor to give this money back to the community.”
Benjamin Logan High School (BLHS) students and staff once again banded together to raise funds for the Logan County Cancer Society (LCCS) through the Raider Relay on Wednesday, May 8. This year, their efforts brought in over $7,900.
The school invited Logan County residents battling cancer and cancer survivors to start the day-long event by taking a lap around the field to celebrate “their courage and resilience.”
Activities throughout the morning and afternoon included cornhole, volleyball, 9-square, spikeball, face painting, Yardzee, Plinko, water kickball and a water slide. Students participated in tournaments involving several of the aforementioned games.
Concessions like walking tacos, pizza and ice cream sandwiches were also available. Fortunately, the weather cooperated, providing an ideal day for the outdoor fun.
The event closed in the school auditorium with a talent show and someone getting a pie in the face.
For the latter, students and staff dropped cash into cups, each with the name of one of nine members of the BLHS staff and faculty. Earning the most money this year was high school math teacher Jamie Hughes, making him the “winner.” Freshman Bre Sweeney was chosen to do the job.
After announcing the final amount raised, students invited Tammy Gump, chief operating officer with the LCCS, to share.
“Thank you for another amazing Raider Relay event,” Gump began. “I hope you enjoyed the day as you celebrated helping those in need.”
According to Gump, 100 percent of the money raised will go to assist Logan County residents with cancer and cancer-related diagnoses.
In 2023, nearly $257,000 went to 475 people, paying for medical supplies, medications and travel expenses through a monthly allowance. It also provided each participant a new wig for the year.
“I love that Benjamin Logan High School students, staff and families help make this happen,” Gump said.