George Mason University held a hat drive for Ellie’s Hats at their men’s basketball game last night against George Washington University (The Revolutionary Rivalry, the Clash of the Georges, etc.). It was called a “Gold Game” Fans were encouraged to wear gold to support both the Patriots and Ellie’s Hats, a childhood cancer awareness program. Fans were also encouraged to bring a new hat to donate to Ellie’s Hats.” The players wore their all gold uniform in support of Ellie’s Hats.

We received 100 hats from Mason fans and everyone attending the game was made aware of Ellie’s Hats. Ellie and her father, Dave, were there and from the pictures you can probably guess what was the favorite part of the night for Ellie.  The Masonettes were so sweet to little Ellie and it was nice to see her having such a great time hanging out with them. Ellie was probably not excited to have her picture taken with Darell Green and Brad Edwards but Dave and I were.

She was a little shy.

Alina helping collect hats

Ellie and a few former Redskins.