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simmytbone · 11-25-2012, 09:06 PM

Hey guys,

NFL cheerleaders go bald to support coach as the Indianapolis Colts have raised over $250,000 for leukemia research since Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with the disease.

Here's the story:

Colts cheerleaders have their heads shaved at game in support of Chuck Pagano
By Doug Farrar | Shutdown Corner

Who says bald isn't beautiful? Don't tell that to Megan M. and Crystal B., two Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders who agreed to have their heads shaved to benefit leukemia research during the Colts' 20-13 Sunday win over the Buffalo Bills at Indy's Lucas Oil Field. Of course, the fight to cure leukemia has been a major focus of this franchise since head coach Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with the disease in September.

Earlier this month, over two dozen Colts players shaved their heads in a show of support for Pagano, who is undergoing chemotherapy to battle a condition that is in remission, according to recent reports.

The cheerleaders got in the game when Blue, the team's overstuffed blue horse of a mascot, issued a challenge -- if one Colts cheerleader could raise $10,000 for leukemia research by November 25, she'd get her head shaved. That's only a good deal if you're a great person trying to help someone you care about, and that's clearly the case here -- Megan and Crystal raised over $22,000 on time, and sat down for the buzz cuts. Blue began the festivities before somebody more qualified took over.

"I've just had personal experiences with people who have had cancer," Megan told 24-hour News 8's Daniel Miller. "I've had mentors and family members and volunteer at Riley and met little girls who have lost their hair and beat cancer multiple times. Just seeing struggles they went through and how they could overcome that and still have confidence and fight this fight without their hair - they are really my inspiration for doing this."

Megan and Crystal aren't alone. Local Great Clips salons are donating $10 to "Blue's ChuckStrong Challenge" for every person who agrees to have their heads shaved. 800 fans have had their heads shaved so far, and more than $250,000 has been raised for leukemia research by Colts representatives since the "ChuckStrong" campaign began.

If you would like to know more about the campaign, visit the "ChuckStrong" section of the Colts' official website.

The Colts' organization is filled with high-quality people, but what makes this the feel-good story of the year is that one season after finishing with the a 2-14 record and blowing up the organization in the offseason, this team has a 7-4 record and is in the thick of the AFC playoff race with interim head coach Bruce Arians.

credit: sports.yahoo.com

Marvo301 · 11-25-2012, 09:21 PM

I admire these two cheerleaders very much! And I send best wishes to Coach Pagano for a full recovery.

Zoneboy · 11-25-2012, 10:03 PM

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catlover79 · 11-27-2012, 01:37 AM

What an awesome show of support. God bless those cheerleaders and I pray that Chuck Pagano has a full, speedy recovery!!!

gilligan fanatic · 11-27-2012, 07:58 AM

I honestly don't think I would ever do that, but it is definetly a nice thing they are doing!

OH Nuts! · 11-27-2012, 08:41 AM

Bless them for this kind and noble act. Hope Coach Pagano has a full and speedy recovery.

11-25-2012, 09:06 PM	#1
simmytbone Member Senior Member Join Date: Apr 17, 2009 Posts: 1,513	Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders have their heads shaved in support of Chuck Pagano Hey guys, NFL cheerleaders go bald to support coach as the Indianapolis Colts have raised over $250,000 for leukemia research since Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with the disease. Here's the story: Colts cheerleaders have their heads shaved at game in support of Chuck Pagano By Doug Farrar \| Shutdown Corner Who says bald isn't beautiful? Don't tell that to Megan M. and Crystal B., two Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders who agreed to have their heads shaved to benefit leukemia research during the Colts' 20-13 Sunday win over the Buffalo Bills at Indy's Lucas Oil Field. Of course, the fight to cure leukemia has been a major focus of this franchise since head coach Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with the disease in September. Earlier this month, over two dozen Colts players shaved their heads in a show of support for Pagano, who is undergoing chemotherapy to battle a condition that is in remission, according to recent reports. The cheerleaders got in the game when Blue, the team's overstuffed blue horse of a mascot, issued a challenge -- if one Colts cheerleader could raise $10,000 for leukemia research by November 25, she'd get her head shaved. That's only a good deal if you're a great person trying to help someone you care about, and that's clearly the case here -- Megan and Crystal raised over $22,000 on time, and sat down for the buzz cuts. Blue began the festivities before somebody more qualified took over. "I've just had personal experiences with people who have had cancer," Megan told 24-hour News 8's Daniel Miller. "I've had mentors and family members and volunteer at Riley and met little girls who have lost their hair and beat cancer multiple times. Just seeing struggles they went through and how they could overcome that and still have confidence and fight this fight without their hair - they are really my inspiration for doing this." Megan and Crystal aren't alone. Local Great Clips salons are donating $10 to "Blue's ChuckStrong Challenge" for every person who agrees to have their heads shaved. 800 fans have had their heads shaved so far, and more than $250,000 has been raised for leukemia research by Colts representatives since the "ChuckStrong" campaign began. If you would like to know more about the campaign, visit the "ChuckStrong" section of the Colts' official website. The Colts' organization is filled with high-quality people, but what makes this the feel-good story of the year is that one season after finishing with the a 2-14 record and blowing up the organization in the offseason, this team has a 7-4 record and is in the thick of the AFC playoff race with interim head coach Bruce Arians. *credit: sports.yahoo.com*
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11-25-2012, 09:21 PM	#2
Marvo301 I'm NOT a Blockhead! Forum Celebrity Join Date: May 17, 2002 Location: The Great White North Posts: 21,460	I admire these two cheerleaders very much! And I send best wishes to Coach Pagano for a full recovery.
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11-25-2012, 10:03 PM	#3
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11-27-2012, 01:37 AM	#4
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	What an awesome show of support. God bless those cheerleaders and I pray that Chuck Pagano has a full, speedy recovery!!!
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11-27-2012, 07:58 AM	#5
gilligan fanatic Born to Be Bad Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 06, 2001 Location: down by the Lagoon Posts: 9,954	I honestly don't think I would ever do that, but it is definetly a nice thing they are doing!
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11-27-2012, 08:41 AM	#6
OH Nuts! Member Forum King Join Date: Feb 15, 2005 Posts: 133,383	Bless them for this kind and noble act. Hope Coach Pagano has a full and speedy recovery.