Panthers vs Cancer is a fundraiser in Knoxville that raises money for cancer awareness and support.

Last year Knoxville was able to raise over $48,000 to help in the fight against cancer. In addition to the varsity basketball games which will be played against the Chariton Chargers Saturday, there is more to the event in Knoxville.

There will be alumni basketball games starting at 9 a.m. According to Tyler Pearson, the alumni games are expected to go until 1 p.m. 

There will also be a silent auction which will be held Saturday all day in the Knoxville Middle School Commons. Just a few of the many items for the auction include some autographed items from Iowa State, UNI and Iowa. 

JV basketball teams from Knoxville and Chariton will play prior to the varsity games. A JV two-quarter girls’ game will be held Saturday at 2:45. The JV girls hit the court for a full game at 3:30 followed by JV boys at 4:45.

A few individuals who have or are battling cancer will be recognized between varsity games.