Over the last two years we have competed in the New Orlean's Ironman to help raise money for friends in need. 

This year our need hits very close to home.  We are competing for my brother-in-law, Jay Rink.  Jay was diagnosed in June with ALS (also known Lou Gehrigs disease). 

Graduating from Bro. Martin as Class President, State Heavy Weight wrestling champ and with a FB scholarship to Tulane ,Jay has always been considered Bigger, Faster  and Stronger.  As a father figure to 8 kids Jay has been an awesome example of a loving parent, leader in his Medtronic community and compasionate brother, son, friend and  brother in law.  He is determined to fight ALS and his family , friends and Medtronic co-workers are joining his Defensive Line.

Jay's Defensive Line is a group of friends, family and co-workers who have teamed up to help Jay fight this disease.  In January Jay's Defensive Lines in Minnesota and La. raised over $10,000 for ALS research.  Some of these members are competing in the N.O Ironman, a 70.2 mile course which includes a 1.3m swim, 56m bike and 13m run on April 17th.  We have 4 Relay Teams from NOLA (1 Bro Martin Team, 1 Tulane Team, 2 Family Teams) and several Medtronic Teams from across the country coming in town for the race.

Our goal is to raise $100,000 for Jay's fight against ALS.  ALL proceeds go to Jay's medical expenses and his fight against ALS.

Sponsorships as of 5/10/2011:  633 Team Members (See Team Roster) totalling $107,941.00!

For every dollar you donate the bank matches 25%!  This is your chance to "make the bank pay"!  That's another $26,191.00 for Jay and his Family.

Whether you want to sponsor at the MVP level ($1,000), Captain ($500), Touchdown ($100) or just want to be on the team ($25) our goal is to help raise ALS awareness and funds and get over 1,000 friends and family involved. 

You can donate below using paypal: