Zane Navratil’s Mission to Fight Alzheimer’s: Zane Navratil is once again channeling his competitive spirit to support a cause close to his heart. After raising over $39,000 for Stop Alzheimer’s Now (SAN) last December in a friendly rivalry with Altaf Merchant, the 60-time pro medalist is back, dedicating his December Cameo earnings to the non-profit.
A Personal Connection to Alzheimer’s
Navratil has a deep, personal connection to Alzheimer’s, and it’s this that drives his commitment to SAN’s mission.
“My grandmother suffered from Alzheimer’s, and I saw her go from a kind, generous lady to an angry and confused person.” – (Zane Navratil)
The experience left a lasting impact on him, which only intensified when he met Shaun McDuffee in Austin.
“Watching her deteriorate left a lasting impression on me, so when I met Shaun McDuffee in Austin and he told me about Stop Alzheimer’s Now, I was immediately on board.” – (Zane Navratil)
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Supporting Alzheimer’s Research Through Cameo
Navratil’s support for SAN comes with an action plan—he will be donating all the funds from his Cameo appearances in December to the non-profit. The initiative provides an easy way for his fans to participate in the effort by requesting personalized videos for just $5. In his message, Navratil emphasizes the financial transparency and mission-driven approach of SAN.
“I checked their financials, and they give 100% of their gross revenue to Alzheimer’s research. I’m honored to be able to raise money for such a great cause!” – (Zane Navratil)
His commitment to raising funds for such a worthy cause is something he views as a privilege and an honor.
News in Brief: Zane Navratil’s Mission to Fight Alzheimer’s
Zane Navratil has partnered with Stop Alzheimer’s Now (SAN) to raise funds through his Cameo account during December. The 60-time pro medalist will donate all earnings from the platform to the nonprofit, which channels 100% of its revenue into Alzheimer’s research.
This follows his successful $39,000 fundraising campaign for SAN last year. Fans can support the cause by requesting personalized videos from Navratil for just $5.
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Readers Queries
1. Where is Zane Navratil from?
Navratil grew up in Racine, WI. While in high school, Zane won three state tennis championships. He went on to play college tennis for Wisconsin-Whitewater. After graduation, Zane worked as a Certified Public Accountant for a year before deciding to pursue pickleball as a career.
2. What rank is Zane in pickleball?
He is ranked No. 41 in singles play by the Pro Pickleball Association (PPA) and No. 9 and 2 for doubles and singles respectively by the Association of Pickleball Players (APP). He has had a sponsorship with Franklin Sports since 2021.