Number of Participants: 300
Hours Donated: 1
Value of Time Served: $10,437
Event Type: Children & Youth
Activity: Gymnastics
School: SECTION XI
Date: November 7, 2026
Location:
William T. Rogers Middle School
Old Dock Road, Kings Park
NY
About:
Girls gymnastics teams from across Suffolk County, New York, came together for an important cause, dedicating the 2026 Suffolk County Girls Gymnastics Coaches Association Invitational Meet to supporting the Daniela Conte Foundation, an organization that assists children and families affected by childhood cancer.
The event, held on Saturday, November 7, at William T. Rogers Middle School in Kings Park, brought student-athletes together for their final competition of the season while raising awareness and funds for families navigating childhood cancer.
Suffolk County Gymnastics Teams Come Together for a Cause
The initiative brought together Middle Country Varsity Gymnastics (MCVG) and fellow Suffolk County girls gymnastics teams in a countywide effort to give back.
Through the leadership of the Suffolk County Girls Gymnastics Coaches Association and Section XI, participating teams organized fundraising efforts to benefit the Daniela Conte Foundation.
Student-athletes, coaches, families, and supporters were encouraged to wear yellow and purple, showing solidarity with children battling cancer and their families.
The season-ending meet provided an opportunity for gymnasts from different schools to unite around a shared purpose while celebrating their accomplishments throughout the season.
Supporting the Daniela Conte Foundation
The Daniela Conte Foundation is dedicated to supporting children battling cancer and helping their families navigate the emotional and financial challenges associated with treatment.
In conjunction with the invitational, Section XI organized fundraising efforts and encouraged supporters to contribute to the foundation.
Donations could be made through participating high school gymnastics teams or directly through Venmo at @Kaitlyn-Pancotto, with donors asked to include their high school name in the payment note.
By encouraging donations from across Suffolk County, the gymnastics community worked together to support a cause that extends far beyond athletic competition.
Student-Athletes Using Sports to Make a Difference
The 2026 Coaches Invitational demonstrated how high school sports can serve as a platform for community involvement, charitable giving, and awareness.
By dedicating their final meet of the season to the Daniela Conte Foundation, Suffolk County’s girls gymnastics teams helped bring attention to childhood cancer while encouraging athletes, families, and spectators to contribute to a meaningful cause.
The collective effort reflected the power of teamwork across school districts, showing how student-athletes can come together to make a positive impact beyond their individual teams and competitions.
