Driving Research Forward to Make an Impact
🎣 The Big Game Battle 2026 & Jack’s Drive 55
Jul 29 - Aug 2, 2026
Nantucket Boat Basin, Swain's Wharf Road, Nantucket, MA, USA
🎣 The Big Game Battle 2026 is officially supporting Jack’s Drive 55 & the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation!
We’re proud to announce that a portion of proceeds from this year’s Big Game Battle will benefit Jack’s Drive 55, which directly funds critical pediatric brain tumor research through the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) and institutions like the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Why This Matters
Jack Giorgio was just 11 when he was diagnosed with a low-grade glioma on his brain stem. After a grueling 62-week journey and multiple surgeries, week 55 marked his turning point — the same number on his hockey jersey. “55” now stands for resilience, hope, and the fight for better outcomes.
Jack’s Drive 55 turns that fight into action — raising funds for research that gives more kids a fighting chance against pediatric brain tumors, one of the leading causes of cancer-related death in children.
This year, your participation in the Big Game Battle (whether you’re fishing, sponsoring, or attending the Pre-Party) helps drive real progress: better therapies, overcoming treatment resistance, and supporting families who need it most.
WE GOT THIS.
Join the Fight
- Main Event: Big Game Battle Fishing Tournament – Nantucket (July 31 – August 3, 2026)
- Kickoff Pre-Party Fundraiser: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM – Brick & Beam, Quincy, MA
👉 Get Tickets to the Pre-Party: https://donate.jacksdrive55.org/donate/big-game-captains-night
👉 Learn More About This Year’s Charity: https://biggamebattle.com/charity/
Whether you’re a captain, angler, sponsor, or supporter — every ticket, every sponsorship, and every fish caught helps move research forward and gives hope to brave kids like Jack.
Tag your crew and let’s make 2026 our biggest year yet for a cause that matters.

