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Share Your Breast Cancer Survival Story with the Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are searching for inspirational stories of breast cancer survival from individuals in the community.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are seeking inspirational stories of overcoming the disease.

On Oct. 14, when the Buccaneers host the Kansas City Chiefs, one fan’s story will be featured as part of the team’s breast cancer awareness commemoration at Raymond James Stadium. That afternoon, the nominee will be named an honorary captain and accompany the Buccaneers on the field for the opening coin toss.

The nominee who wins will also receive VIP luxury suite access for themselves and three guests. To share a story of inspiration, click here or visit www.buccaneers.com/BCAstory and complete the online form.

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Throughout October, NFL games will feature players, coaches and referees wearing pink game apparel, on-field pink ribbon stencils, special game balls and pink coins - all to help raise awareness for the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.

To learn more about the NFL’s fight against breast cancer visit www.nfl.com/pink.

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