TEAM BLAZEMAN

On May 2, 2005 twenty-year Multi-Sport veteran Jon Blais, a.k.a. "Blazeman," at age 33 was diagnosed with the fatal motor neuron disease ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), commonly known as "Lou Gehrig's Disease." Blazeman dubbed himself the "ALS Warrior Poet" and brought his battle to the big island of Hawaii on October 15th that year, where he became the first person with ALS to complete the Ironman World Championships. It was his last race. In 2006, a number of athletes, inspired by Jon’s 2005 efforts, rolled across the finish line in Hawaii in honor of Jon and his battle against ALS. In 2007, the Blazeman Foundation for ALS expanded Team Blazeman, comprised of "Blazeman Warriors" who have committed to raising awareness and funding a search for a cure for ALS... so others may live.

The Blazeman Foundation for ALS is a 501(c)3 non-profit (Tax ID# 20-8526311) that rose out of efforts from Jon's own determination and perseverance, his family's commitment, a family of ALS Warriors, and response from a Multi-Sport Movement who answered his call to wage War on ALS.

To watch a very inspirational 5-minute video of Jon in Hawaii from the NBC coverage of the 2005 Ironman World Championships, click here.

To join Team Blazeman or to make a donation - click here

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In memory of triathlete and hero Jon Blais, the Blazeman