Patrick Behan is a former college basketball player whose life’s work has since been coaching high school boys basketball in the DMV. In May of 2022, Pat was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. While this has been a devastating diagnosis for everyone involved, Pat and those around him have chosen to fight this disease head-on.

To learn more about Pat, browse the website, read his cover story in The Washington Post article "I'm Still Your Coach" by Adam Kilgore and click on the ESPN tab to watch the SportsCenter Featured documentary, “Nothing Else Matters.”

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All donations go to the Patrick Behan Support Trust to provide financial support for Pat's care and help him fight this battle. Pat now requires 24/7 care which is not covered by insurance.

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Thank You

“Thank you to so many amazing supporters. Through all the challenges I have felt comfort in the love of all friends, family, and community. I look forward to staying in touch and your continued fight with me. Behan Strong!”
— Pat Behan
Patrick exercised his right to vote today. The DC Board of Elections facilitated a drop off of his ballot and waited while he voted with Nataly’s help. Thank you to Pat’s aunt, Dawn, who worked hard to figure out how to make this happen. A very special day!

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