Volleyball Game in Memory of Jeff Kahle: Raising awareness of cancer affecting our community

A volleyball game meant to just bring awareness to cancer elicited more than just information about cancer for fans. Last night, tears were shed and hugs delivered as the Kahle family was supported in mass by their community. 

Both Cranberry and Keystone volleyball players wore purple ribbons in their hair that read “Kahle” in memory of Jeffrey Kahle, who had always been a huge supporter of Cranberry sports prior to his passing of cancer last July leaving behind his wife, Doris, and four children, Daniel, Jane, Maggie, and Ellie. 

Purple t-shirts were sold to fans and worn by all in recognition of the many types of cancers that have plagued loved ones. In the stands sat survivors of cancer as well as people who have lost family and friends to this disease. 

At the end of the game, the Kahle family graced center court as they learned that the game raised over $3,000 for the family. Mrs. Kahle gave a heart warming thank you that concluded the evening.

In the words of a student spectator, “It is so great to be part of a school that cares so much about each other.”