Thirteenth Annual "Buying Time" Dinner

With Special Guest:

Dick Vitale

College Basketball Analyst, ABC Sports and ESPN

Dick Vitale, renowned as college basketball's leading analyst and ambassador, began his journey with ESPN in 1979, shortly after the network's launch. His vibrant commentary style, characterized by unique phrases known as "Vitale-isms," has made him a prominent ﬁgure in sports broadcasting. Notably, he called ESPN's ﬁrst major NCAA basketball game on December 5, 1979, when DePaul faced Wisconsin13.

Throughout his career, Vitale has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008. His contributions to the sport have been recognized in various national publications, and he has appeared in multiple ﬁlms.

Vitale is also a committed philanthropist, particularly focused on cancer research. He serves on the Board of Directors for The V Foundation, a non-proﬁt established by ESPN and Jim Valvano aimed at ﬁnding a cure for cancer. The foundation has raised over $130 million for cancer research. In honor of his dedication, the V Foundation created the "Dick Vitale Pediatric Cancer Fund," which speciﬁcally supports pediatric cancer research.

Vitale's legacy is multifaceted; it encompasses not only his dynamic broadcasting career but also his relentless eﬀorts to raise funds and awareness for cancer research. His initiatives with the V Foundation have made a signiﬁcant impact in the ongoing battle against this disease

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Friday, November 22, 2024

Apawamis Club

6:00 pm Cocktails | 7:30 pm Dinner

Live Auction - Bring your "A" game!

Cocktail Attire

Tickets (click here)

Checks only to The Danny Butler Memorial Fund (the "Fund").
6 Martin Butler Court, Rye, NY 10580

All donations are fully tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
The non-tax deductible portion of each ticket is $250.
No tickets at the door.

Accommodations

Block of rooms are reserved at Westchester Country Club
through Mike Iuliano 914.967.600