Survivor Walk Draws 700 at Puskar Stadium

The annual Betty Puskar Breast Cancer Survivor Walk grew sharply this year and added a peer-to-peer fundraising component.

Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Cancer

Empty green football field in a college stadium at early morning, with a curving running track and wooded hills beyond the stands. — More than 700 people joined the Betty Puskar Breast Cancer Survivor Walk at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown on Saturday, up from about 200 in its first year there. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

The Betty Puskar Breast Cancer Survivor Walk drew more than 700 participants to Milan Puskar Stadium on Saturday morning. That is up from about 200 participants in the walk's first year at the stadium.

Why it matters

The walk's growth and new fundraising structure give Morgantown residents a direct way to support cancer programs and patient services locally. Its expansion reflects increasing community involvement in breast cancer support in the area.

Attendance grew from about 200 participants in the walk's first year at Milan Puskar Stadium to more than 700 this year, according to event figures. The total funds raised by the new peer-to-peer teams have not been disclosed.

The players

Dr. Hannah Hazard-Jenkins

Dr. Hannah Hazard-Jenkins is a surgeon and the executive chair of the WVU Cancer Institute in Morgantown, overseeing the institute's cancer care and research programs.

The details

The Survivor Walk was held Saturday morning at Milan Puskar Stadium. This year's event introduced a peer-to-peer fundraising component in which participants form teams to raise money for cancer programs and patient services.

• Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026: The Betty Puskar Breast Cancer Survivor Walk was held at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Big Picture

The walk's peer-to-peer fundraising model follows the community-driven approach that the WVU Cancer Institute uses to fund its cancer programs and patient services in Morgantown. The growth from about 200 to over 700 participants shows that this local support structure is gaining traction.

Residents who want to support breast cancer patients can join or form a team for the peer-to-peer fundraising component of the walk. Participation directly funds cancer programs and patient services available in the Morgantown area.

The takeaway

Participating in community events like the Betty Puskar Breast Cancer Survivor Walk is one practical way for Morgantown residents to help fund local cancer patient services. Forming a team is an accessible option for people who want to get involved.