Thursday night, the Fresno Pacific Sunbirds will host "Tough Like Tristen Night" as the Men's Basketball team faces Hawai'i Hilo at 7:30 p.m. Tristen Graham, a 3rd grader at Foothill Elementary School, has been an inspirational presence on the team’s bench, and the event aims to honor his resilience and raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at age 4, Tristen completed treatment in 2021 only to face a relapse in 2023, leading to a Bone Marrow Transplant. The event will feature a special presentation of the "Toughness Chair" and aims to raise money for the organizations that supported him through his ordeal.

By the Numbers
  • Tristen diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) at age 4
  • Relapsed in April 2023, leading to a Bone Marrow Transplant
State of Play
  • Tristen's story and the "Tough Like Tristen Night" event aim to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
  • The Sunbirds will rally around Tristen with a special presentation of the "Toughness Chair" before the game
What's Next

The event aims to celebrate Tristen and raise money for a worthy cause, showcasing the community's support for the brave young man and his family.

Bottom Line

"Tough Like Tristen Night" will honor the resilience of Tristen Graham and raise necessary funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, showcasing the community's unwavering support for a brave young individual.