In response to an overwhelming number of inquiries regarding
Marko Cheseto, a restricted fund has been established here at the University of
Alaska Anchorage Athletics Department in support of him. This fund will consist of private donations
only and no state monies will be used for this fund.
Those interested in
donating to this fund may send a check made out to UAA Athletics/Cheseto Fund
and mail to: UAA Athletics, Wells Fargo Sports Complex, Room 220, 3211 Providence
Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508.
As a result of his recent episode, Cheseto, a UAA student-athlete, experienced severe frostbite of his hands and feet.
While his hands are expected to make a full recovery, damage to his lower
extremities was so severe that it required amputation above the ankle on both
legs. He is expected to remain in the hospital for some time as he continues
his recovery and rehabilitation.