WHL Tri-City Americans

Americans Announce Taylor Procyshen's 'Go Pro' MDA Challenge

Published on January 30, 2009 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Tri-City Americans News Release


KENNEWICK, WA - This season, the Tri-City Americans, inspired by their team captain Taylor Procyshen, are proud to announce a new fundraising program for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Taylors Procyshen's ‘Go Pro' MDA Challenge.

Appearing in over 200 games over a four-year career for the Americans, Procyshen is graciously donating $2 for every goal the Tri-City Americans score during the regular season. In turn, the Americans have chosen to match his donation, dollar-for-dollar throughout the 2008-09 season. Procyshen has stated that he hopes to raise at least $1,000 between himself and the team.

"I got the idea from another player in (the WHL) a few years ago," explained Procyshen. "I've been very blessed in my life and I wanted to find a way to give back to those less fortunate."

"These kids are an inspiration to me...I just feels good to give back. I've always believed that helping others out is just good for your soul...it just feels good."

"We were completely taken by surprise," said Erica Waldera, Field Representative for the Mid-Columbia chapter of the MDA. "It was amazing that (Procyshen) thought of it on his own, came up with the idea and gathered the team around him as well."

Taylor is also encouraging fans and Tri-City businesses to join his cause. Those that would like to donate as part of the ‘Go Pro' MDA Challenge can contact the Tri-City Americans office, located on the bottom level at the Toyota Center, by stopping by during regular business hours or by calling 509.736.0606.

About the Muscular Dystrophy Association:

The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a voluntary health agency -- a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a one million Americans. MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and far-reaching professional and public health education. With national headquarters in Tucson, MDA has more than 200 offices across the country, sponsors 225 hospital-affiliated clinics and supports nearly 400 research projects around the world.

MDA supports more research on neuromuscular diseases than any other private-sector organization in the world. MDA scientists are in the forefront of gene therapy research and have uncovered the genetic defects responsible for several forms of muscular dystrophy, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease), childhood spinal muscular atrophy, and several other neuromuscular conditions.

The Association's programs are funded almost entirely by individual private contributors. MDA seeks no government grants, United Way funding or fees from those it serves.

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