Will Prentice

10years All Star
Will Prentice
I am riding 1,500 km for one of "my boys", Eric. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 1,101.6 km My goal is 1,500 km
My Rankings
  • National: 557th
  • Province: 303rd in ON
I've raised $2,527 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Eric

Eric

This August, I’m riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer—because every child deserves the chance to grow up. Eric was one of my “boys.” I had the privilege of coaching him in youth sports for many years. He was the kind of kid every coach dreams of—always smiling, easy to coach, full of heart, and backed by an incredible family. The kind of family you’d never expect to be touched by something so devastating. Just after his 18th birthday, Eric was diagnosed with cancer. And then came the words no one should ever hear—terminal. But Eric, in his typical way, met that diagnosis with grit, grace, and a smile. He learned to surf in Santa Cruz. He kept playing rep baseball. He picked up golf and chased new adventures wherever he could. He didn’t let cancer stop him from living. Eric passed away at just 24 years old. And it’s not right. Our kids deserve better. That’s why I ride. That’s why I raise funds. To honour Eric. To support other families. To help ensure more kids have the chance to chase dreams, not treatments. Rest easy, Eric. I’ll keep riding for you—and for all the kids still fighting. Please, if you can, support this cause. Donate. Share. Ride. Whatever you do, know it helps change lives—little lives that deserve every chance in the world. Thank you. 💛 #GreatCycleChallenge #RideForEric #KidsDeserveBetter #WhyIRide

My Story

4 Jun 2025

This August, I’m riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer—because every child deserves the chance to grow up.

Eric was one of my “boys.” I had the privilege of coaching him in youth sports for many years. He was the kind of kid every coach dreams of—always smiling, easy to coach, full of heart, and backed by an incredible family. The kind of family you’d never expect to be touched by something so devastating.

Just after his 18th birthday, Eric was diagnosed with cancer. And then came the words no one should ever hear—terminal. But Eric, in his typical way, met that diagnosis with grit, grace, and a smile. He learned to surf in Santa Cruz. He kept playing rep baseball. He picked up golf and chased new adventures wherever he could. He didn’t let cancer stop him from living.

Eric passed away at just 24 years old. And it’s not right. Our kids deserve better.

That’s why I ride. That’s why I raise funds. To honour Eric. To support other families. To help ensure more kids have the chance to chase dreams, not treatments.

Rest easy, Eric. I’ll keep riding for you—and for all the kids still fighting.

Please, if you can, support this cause. Donate. Share. Ride. Whatever you do, know it helps change lives—little lives that deserve every chance in the world.

Thank you. 💛

#GreatCycleChallenge #RideForEric #KidsDeserveBetter #WhyIRide

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 10 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 1,553 km Ridden
    $1,100 Raised
    2016
  • 1,110 km Ridden
    $525 Raised
    2017
  • 1,549 km Ridden
    $706 Raised
    2018
  • 2,283 km Ridden
    $662 Raised
    2019
  • 4,670 km Ridden
    $1,062 Raised
    2020
  • 3,900 km Ridden
    $1,688 Raised
    2021
  • 2,773 km Ridden
    $1,110 Raised
    2022
  • 4,182 km Ridden
    $1,145 Raised
    2023
  • 3,326 km Ridden
    $1,084 Raised
    2024
  • 1,102 km Ridden
    $2,527 Raised
    2025
10years
26,450 km
Ridden
$11,608
Raised

My Challenge

  • 51.4 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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    Logged this ride 2 days ago - View on Strava
  • 133.5 km ride - Lunch Ride - Sunday, August 24, 2025
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 20.6 km ride - Great Cycle Challenge Canada Ride 13: Butter Tart Century (missing start) - Sunday, August 24, 2025
    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • $2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 4 days ago
  • 33.1 km ride - Afternoon Mountain Bike Ride - Thursday, August 21, 2025
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    Logged this ride 7 days ago - View on Strava
  • 67.8 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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    Logged this ride 8 days ago - View on Strava
  • 34.2 km ride - Afternoon Mountain Bike Ride - Monday, August 18, 2025
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • $2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 11 days ago
  • 306.4 km ride - Night Ride - Friday, August 15, 2025
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava
  • 45.6 km ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, August 14, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 15 days ago
  • 43.3 km ride - Road Morning Ride - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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    Logged this ride 16 days ago - View on Strava
  • $250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 16 days ago
  • 23.2 km ride - Morning Mountain Bike Ride - Sunday, August 10, 2025
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    Logged this ride 18 days ago - View on Strava
  • 100.7 km ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, August 9, 2025
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    Logged this ride 19 days ago - View on Strava
  • 81.5 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, August 7, 2025
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    Logged this ride 21 days ago - View on Strava
  • 82.1 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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    Logged this ride 23 days ago - View on Strava
  • 36.1 km ride - Lunch Mountain Bike Ride - Sunday, August 3, 2025
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    Logged this ride 25 days ago - View on Strava
  • 42.2 km ride - Evening Ride - Friday, August 1, 2025
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    Logged this ride 27 days ago - View on Strava
  • $100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 132 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Heather McCormick
    $1,035
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thank you so much for your generosity, Heather. This means a lot to all of us.”
  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation made possible by the generosity of long-time SickKids Foundation supporters, the Garron family. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $231.32
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thank you Garron family 💓”
  • Ken Prentice
    “Keep going strong Will”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks again pops!!”
  • Dale Gunia-Steele
    “In memory of my friend Ruth who was a dedicated nurse and recently lost her battle but will be remembered for her love of children and positive outlook”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “aww thanks Dale. I'm so sorry to learn about Ruth. I'll ride in her honour, too, on Friday to Niagara Falls”
  • Tracy Grisdale
    “Eric would be so honoured. Thank you for doing this , not just for Eric, but for every other young person out there battling cancer. Paul and I thank you.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “you're very welcome, Tracy and Paul😁 You've given more than anyone should. Hopefully more young people can live longer lives - that's the goal.”
  • Dianne Murphy
    $72.45
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much for your support, Dianne!”
  • Julie Vignale
    “Amazing and inspirational”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much, Mrs. Retiree 😁 Enjoy your paddling!”
  • Keith Thomson
    “Best of luck, Will! Have fun on your ride!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 132 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks for your support Keith!”
  • Lynda Brown
    “Ride like the wind 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thank you so much. I'll hope for tailwinds, too 😁”
  • Lynn Kaczmarczyk
    “This is awesome Will! I am Eric’s aunt and we wish you a safe and successful ride. I’m sure Eric’s spirit is on the journey with you.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thank you, Lynn. I hope he is .. he was always full of great energy and big smiles.”
  • RADCO Professional MTB Instruction
    “Please support Will for such a great cause!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much Derek! Your support is appreciated. Ride on!”
  • Sherry Batten
    “Happy trails Will …… enjoy the ride.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks for your support, Sherry!!”
  • Trevis
    “Go gett'm bud!”
    $70
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks buddy!”
  • AL Marquardt
    “Thanks for your inspiring dedication Will!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks, Al! I appreciate your support 🙏🏼”
  • Linda Brodie
    “Good luck Will. Thank you for your wonderful spirit!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “thanks so much, Linda!”
  • Derrick McKay
    $36.23
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much Derrick! I appreciate your support 👊🏼”
  • Elizabeth and Michael Ross
    “Well done Will. Eric always remembered with love.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thank you kindly. Eric was one of the sweetest kids.”
  • Roy Reyes
    “Great work with your fundraiser and your rides Will! Looking forward to our Niagara Falls ride this Friday.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much, Roy! Friday will be a great day for LOOOOooong ride😁”
  • Wesley Shib
    “Thank you for supporting such a great cause over the years. Wishing you all the best in August.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 231 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “thank you so much for your support!!”
  • BRIAN NEWITT
    “Thanks for doing this Will! You got this!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 24 days ago
    Will Prentice
    Will
    “Thanks so much for your continued support!”
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