In 2013, PJ and Elizabeth Arway started “Baseball BATtles Cancer" (originally known as The Mighty 10th Battles Cancer). PJ Arway has been a participant in American Legion baseball for nearly 20 years as a player, coach and general manager. PJ and Elizabeth have both watched close family members lose their battles to cancer, and wanted to find a way to continue the fight against the horrible disease. PJ’s passion for baseball, combined with Elizabeth’s marketing and design skills, brought “The Mighty 10th Battles Cancer” event to life. In addition to raising money for cancer research, the event teaches young players that they can use the gift of baseball to raise awareness and funding to fight the disease. At the same time, the event enlightens all players, parents and fans about warning signs and treatments for a variety of cancers.
A St. Louis charity, Friends of Kids with Cancer is devoted to enriching the daily lives of children undergoing treatment for, and survivors of, cancer and blood-related diseases. Their mission is to be an advocate for these special kids providing them and their families with the educational, emotional, and recreational support needed as a result of the long hours of chemotherapy, illness, and isolation.
Elizabeth Arway
PJ Arway
Rosina Fascetti
Kristin Harris
Megan Huffman
Jason Kozdron
Kris Kozdron
John Markley
Maggie Markley
Sean Markley
Theresa Markley
Debbie Meis
Greg Soaib
Gary Winter
Sue Winter
