At Coker University, strength isn’t just measured in the weight room. It’s measured in the character, resilience, and heart of the people who make our community what it is. And no one embodies that more than Coach Trevor Cherry, our Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.

For years, Coach Cherry has been the steady presence behind our student-athletes’ success. He’s the one cheering the loudest in the gym, pushing players to believe in themselves, and reminding everyone that hard work and perseverance pay off—on the field, in the classroom, and in life. His energy, encouragement, and genuine care have made a lasting impact on hundreds of young men and women who call him “Coach.”

Now, it’s our turn to be strong for him.

Recently, Trevor was diagnosed with colon cancer. While he has approached this challenge with the same determination he brings to every workout, the reality is that treatment is long, difficult, and expensive. Between medical bills, travel for care, and time away from work, the financial burden is heavy.

Coach Cherry has given so much of himself to the Coker community—guiding, motivating, and lifting others up. We are asking for your help to lift him up in return.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. Your support will help ease the financial strain so Trevor can focus on the most important fight of his life: beating cancer.

If you’ve ever been encouraged by a coach, inspired by a mentor, or supported by someone who believed in you when you needed it most, then you know the kind of impact Coach Cherry has had on his athletes and colleagues. Together, we can show him just how much he means to us.

Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with others. Let’s rally behind Coach Cherry the way he has always rallied behind us.

Strength for Cherry. Strength from us all.