B-CU Rallies Around Former Punter Zach Adrian

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DAYTONA BEACH, Florida -- As former punter Zach Adrian begins a week-long series of chemotherapy, the Bethune-Cookman University Athletic Department family encourages the Wildcat nation to help him both spiritually and financially.

A gofundme.com page has been established to help Zach and his wife, Melissa with their temporary needs as Zac heads to Gainesville for a series of five sessions that will bring the overall total to 300 chemo therapies since he was diagnosed over two years ago. In addition, Zach has had major surgeries on his hip and femur as well as 32 radiation treatments.

Zach Adrian played at B-CU from 1998-2001 and after graduating from B-CU he followed in his father’s footsteps as an educator and high school coach. His father, Pete was a defensive coordinator for the Wildcats before moving to Norfolk State as the Spartans' Head Coach and both have remained in touch with the university and staff in Wildcat Athletics.

"Once a Wildcat…always a Wildcat and Zach and Pete are a part of the Bethune-Cookman University family. We now ask for all Wildcats to rally around this great family and show them how much we love them by praying, serving and giving to the Adrian’s in their greatest hours of need," said B-CU Athletic Director Lynn Thompson, who made his personal contribution weeks ago.

Pete Adrian said that his son was incredibly appreciative to learn that B-CU is joining in the support.

"His spirits remain high and he's a fighter, so that's a big thing," Pete Adrian said. "He'll be wore out after this week, but we're hoping for the best."

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