Alabama Women's Basketball Team Visits Cancer Center Ahead of Power of Pink Game

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The Alabama women's basketball team recently visited the Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center in Tuscaloosa, ahead of the team's Power of Pink game against Oklahoma on Sunday. The visit was part of the university's annual Power of Pink initiative, which raises awareness and support for breast cancer research. The team's visit was warmly received by patients at the cancer center, with one patient expressing their appreciation for the team's support.

Why it matters

The Power of Pink initiative started by former Alabama gymnastics coach Sarah Patterson has had a significant impact in the Tuscaloosa community, allowing patients to get screened for breast cancer for free if they do not have the funds or insurance to do so on their own. The women's basketball team's visit to the cancer center is an important part of this initiative, showing the team's commitment to supporting the local community and those affected by cancer.

The details

As part of the Power of Pink weekend in Tuscaloosa, the Alabama women's basketball team will be wearing pink uniforms for their game against Oklahoma on Sunday. The team's visit to the Manderson Cancer Center allowed them to connect with patients and show their support for the cause. The Power of Pink initiative has also led to the creation of a fund at DCH in Tuscaloosa that provides free breast cancer screenings for those who cannot afford it.

• The Alabama women's basketball team visited the Manderson Cancer Center in Tuscaloosa last week.
• The Power of Pink game against Oklahoma is scheduled for Sunday, February 16, 2026.

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What’s next

The Alabama women's basketball team will wear pink uniforms for their game against Oklahoma on Sunday, February 16, 2026, as part of the university's annual Power of Pink initiative.