John Ball
Just before summer Hannah Grace finished a years long grind of treatments but for a 3rd time rang that bell showing her strength and determination! 🚴♂️
I've Ridden
253.6 mi
to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
- National: 587th
- State: 23rd in OH
I'm Riding For
Hannah Grace
Hannah Grace is now 10 and cancer free for the 3rd time. This girl is a fighter and is stronger than I will ever be. Continue to pray for the Family and years of good scans…. 🙏🙌🏻
My Story
6 Aug 2026
This is my 10th year riding and seeing Hannah grow throughout the years has been a blessing. Thank you everyone for anything you can do and God Bless.
My Legacy
Here's my personal impact over 10 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
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1,115 mi Ridden$2,104 Raised2017
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1,296 mi Ridden$4,155 Raised2018
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248 mi Ridden$905 Raised2019
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Ridden$3,100 Raised2020
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517 mi Ridden$1,880 Raised2021
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250 mi Ridden$2,506 Raised2022
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501 mi Ridden$1,521 Raised2023
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250 mi Ridden$1,171 Raised2024
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252 mi Ridden$1,365 Raised2025
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254 mi Ridden$2,515 Raised2026
4,694 mi
Ridden
$21,222
Raised
My Challenge
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$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 22 hours ago -
254 miles / 13 Rides / September 2026
30 Sep 2026Wrapped up the miles with a good ride that ended after sunset so glad I had my lights. Was leisurely riding trails and neighborhoods in Hilliard again after work. Needed 14 and went just short of 18. Thank you everyone for your continued support! Over $20k in 10 years 🚴🙌🏻🙏👍
Posted 23 hours ago -
17.9 mi ride - Day 29 Final Ride for 250+ - Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Logged this ride 24 hours ago -
Day 28 Hilliard OH trail
28 Sep 202615 miles out and back here in Hilliard leaving me 14 to finish up with tomorrow for my goal of 250 miles. Found an old pic of a 14er I climbed with my niece back in the day…. Sometimes these rides can feel like a Mountain 🥵🚴🌄
Posted 2 days ago -
14.9 mi ride - Day 28. Hilliard Oh trail - Monday, September 28, 2026
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Day 25 - Legacy Trail Lexington
25 Sep 2026Road Legacy Trail to downtown Lexington passing Transylvania University 😳 and up towards Georgetown through the KY Horse Park where trail ends along I-75.
Beautiful morning to ride and God is Good!
30 more down and 30 left to go for this years goal. Thank you everyone that has donated and followed my rides.
Posted 5 days ago -
30.2 mi ride - Day 25 Legacy Trail/KY Horse Park - Friday, September 25, 2026
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Day 24 - Lexington Neighborhoods
24 Sep 2026Worked in Indianapolis today before heading down to Lexington for a dinner meeting. Good 11 mile ride afterwards before dark.
Tomorrow morning riding the Legacy Trail
Posted 6 days ago -
11.3 mi ride - Day 24 - Lexington Evening neighborhood ride - Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Day 15 - Indianapolis - over half way….
15 Sep 2026With temperatures in the 90s, I tried staying in the tree lined trail canopy as much as possible after work today. Staying ahead of pace
Posted 15 days ago
My Sponsors
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Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
“Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
$819.99Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you!”
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James Zambello
$432.50Received this donation 22 hours ago
John
“A huge thank you for being so generous and helping as I wrapped up tonight with the goals for 2026!!! Truly surprised me to see the donations today without any prompting. God is so good and Intentional!”
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Bryon Zambello
“God bless your efforts John and all the professionals taking care of sweet Hannah Grace. Let’s kick cancer’s BU🏝️🏝️!”
$165.60Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you my friend!!! 🚴♂️”
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Cynthia Himes
“John, thank you for putting in the miles to support Hannah Grace and this wonderful cause. Ride On!”
$103.50Received this donation 7 days ago
John
“Thank you Cynthia…. You asked this weekend and boom another match day. Worked out to benefit everyone. Thank you”
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Debbie Billman
“In honor of our sweet granddaughter Hannah Grace. Love, Oma and ope”
$103.50Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Hannah is such a warrior - Her strength inspires us all!!!”
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Greg Stoughton
“You go, John! Keep pedaling, my friend. Blessings in Christ.”
$103.50Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you my friend…. Giving feels so good and warms the heart and soul ☺️”
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Larry Winchowky
$103.50Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you my friend!!! See you hopefully this winter again… not a fan of this snow!”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you whoever you are for your giving heart.”
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Tony Sucato
“John - I love that you do this and have been so consistent through the years! You’re a great example, putting ACTION above ideas! Go get em, and stay hydrated my friend!”
$100Received this donation 22 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you my Brother! Good luck with Lifewise and with your determination, I’m sure it will thrive and grow quickly!”
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Matched Day Matching Donation
“Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to fight kids' cancer!”
$65.03Received this donation 7 days ago
John
“Another busy year but making time to help the cause - thank you!!!”
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Anonymous
$51.75Received this donation 48 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Not sure if your first year or if you followed for all 10 but thank you for being a part.”
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Anonymous
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Not sure if your first year or if you followed for all 10 but thank you for being a part.”
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Mike Billman
“Thank you for all your support of Hannah over the years.”
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Mike we really need to spend some time with your Family - gets harder as kids get older! Send us a schedule of events if you have one please.”
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Anonymous
$51.75Received this donation 1 day ago
John
“With final ride today and donations taking me over my goal of $2500 I say thank you very much for being a part of 2026!!!”
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Sally Gollnitz
“Thank you John for your continued support for Hannah Grace and for Childhood Cancer! You rock [ride]!!”
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! More coupons for Tazikis and Barrel House so time to switch it up for Saturday nights with you girls.”
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Tom Kauzrich
“Good luck John! Your mom will be watching you ride.”
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Wish all the best for you both and here’s to another Packer season!”
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Valerie Held
“So proud of your dedication and hard work to make this happen in honor of Sweet Hannah Grace the past 10 years!”
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you and I have a ride of xx miles in mind…. Let’s roll! 😘”
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Brian Wagner
$25.88Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Looking forward to Thanksgiving and having Rex over!”
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Anonymous
$25.88Received this donation 21 days ago
John
“Helped take the totals to over $20k in 10 years. Every donation helps - thank you! Not sure if your first year or if you followed for all 10 but thank you for being a part.”