Boux, Clotile flex their muscles for MDA
Zephyr Field was home to the third annual Muscle Walk hosted by the Greater New Orleans Muscular Dystrophy Association (
The venue served as a backdrop for more than 700 supporters and friends, as they took the field for a walk around the park in support of muscular dystrophy research. Participants marched around the warning track of the stadium with the "Pocket Aces" brass band leading the way.
The event drew laughter, music, and even a cupcake eating contest sponsored by the Kupcake Factory.
Boudreaux and Clotile welcomed friends to their home, including Gumbo and Sir Saint from the New Orleans Saints, Bones and Mojo from the New Orleans Voodoo, along with the Voodoo Dolls. All mascots and participants took part in a dance competition, crafts for kids, and a fire truck display courtesy of the Jefferson Parish Fire Department.
Each year the Muscular Dystrophy Association hosts Muscle Walks across the country to help raise funds for research and medical support, the largest event of its kind in the United States. This year, the event raised $50,000.00 to support local
"Our annual family-reunion style fundraiser is not just about raising funds to help in the fight against muscle disease and ALS," said April Catarella,
"Their staff also went above and beyond in accommodating our needs. We hope to have found our Muscle Walk home for years to come."