Luis Nevarez's Home Run for Life
August 15, 2022 - Midwest League (MWL)
South Bend Cubs News Release
There's very little in life that can stand between a boy and his dog. The same sentiment holds true for 11-year-old Luis Nevarez and his pup, Daisy.
Recently, The Make-A-Wish Foundation granted Luis his wish with the pomeranian puppy.
In February of 2020, walking without balance, vomiting, and experiencing dizziness at school, his mother Claudia rushed him to Beacon Memorial Hospital in South Bend for a brain scan.
"It was the worst day of my life. I was afraid he could die," said Claudia.
Their worst fears had come true. Luis was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer called malignant neoplasm of the cerebellum.
His first bout of radiation commenced shortly thereafter with chemotherapy treatments wrapping up in December of that year.
Luis is now in remission and continues to get MRI scans every three months.
Thank you to Horizon Transport for sponsoring this week's Home Run for Life game. Every dollar raised during the game will be matched by Horizon Transport and will benefit Beacon Children's Hospital. Horizon Transport, a highly respected leader in the RV world, is dedicated to the health and well-being of the children in our area.
Beacon Children's Hospital is Michiana's only community-owned, not-for-profit hospital designed just for kids!
Home Run for Life 2022 Dates
Friday, August 19 - 7:05 p.m.
Friday, September 2 - 7:05 p.m.
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