James LeBlanc
- National: 342nd
- State: 2nd in LA
I'm Riding For
Paul Danna (1961-2019)
This year, I am riding in memory of Paul Danna. Paul was my next door neighbor growing up and, even after we both moved out of our parents' homes, we still lived around the corner from each other for several more years. But Paul was always more than a neighbor, he was much more like my older brother. Whenever I was sick as a kid (which was VERY often), I'll never forget how Paul would record movies off of HBO and bring the VHS tapes over for me to watch. When I was in the hospital, he was usually there with a puzzle or deck of cards to keep me entertained. There was no bigger Tiger fan in the world, whether it was our Neville Tigers or the big boys down in Baton Rouge. Everyone that knew Paul could count on him to have all the latest stats or recruiting gossip, even before the internet put all of it at our fingertips. Even at Paul's funeral, we all listened and smiled as the LSU band played their marches and fight song! He would have turned 64 this year (just a few days prior to my writing this) and there's still not a trip through the old neighborhood, or to a Tiger football game, that doesn't bring back good memories of Paul. Geaux Tigers!
My Story
For the 5th year in a row, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Why? In 1993, I lost a really close friend named Brian to leukemia. And after all these years, more kids still die from cancers than from any other disease. More than 15,700 families receive a terrifying diagnosis every year.
So after raising over $3500 last year (and OVER $11000 since 2021!!) I am trying to raise even more money through this challenge to help kids who are suffering, along with their families, and support the Children's Cancer Research Fund. This fundraiser allows them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.
Please support me once again by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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202 mi Ridden$1,746 Raised2021
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258 mi Ridden$2,600 Raised2022
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360 mi Ridden$3,425 Raised2023
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422 mi Ridden$3,554 Raised2024
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200 mi Ridden$3,211 Raised2025
My Challenge
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0.6 mi ride - ...because I'm bad at math. - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Logged this ride 2 days ago -
35.3 mi ride - "Last" Ride of GCC 2025 - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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31.2 mi ride - A Change of Scenery (sort of) - Monday, September 29, 2025
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30.2 mi ride - Longest Ride of '25...so far - Monday, September 15, 2025
Logged this ride 17 days ago -
20.1 mi ride - Le Tour de Point - Friday, September 12, 2025
Logged this ride 20 days ago -
$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 21 days ago -
18.1 mi ride - All the Way Around - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Logged this ride 22 days ago -
$1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 22 days ago -
16.1 mi ride - Sweet 16 - Monday, September 8, 2025
Logged this ride 24 days ago -
14.0 mi ride - Bounce Back Day - Friday, September 5, 2025
Logged this ride 27 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!”
$890.57Received this donation 21 days ago -
Nikki Moore
“Your constant determination to spread the Word of Jesus through your actions as well as your words never ceases to amaze me! Love you bigger than big sweet cousin!”
$265Received this donation 21 days ago
James
“🥹🥲 I love you too, Nik!! Thank you.”
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Chuck & Denise McIntosh
$207Received this donation 36 days ago
James
“Thank y'all so much, Chuck & Denise. I'm honored to ride in Paul's memory. #TeamGuate 🇬🇹”
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Kristie Neveaux
$207Received this donation 21 days ago
James
“Thank you so much for always supporting me! I hope I get to see y'all in a couple of weeks!!”
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Fr. Pat Madden
$200Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“Thank you for always being there for me, Father Pat!!”
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G. Robert Huffstutter
$155.25Received this donation 31 days ago
James
“Thanks, Doc, for always supporting me...in whatever crazy idea I come up with! Love you! #TeamGuate 🇬🇹”
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Shannon Neveaux
“so proud of you for supporting this cause. God Bless!”
$124.20Received this donation 19 days ago -
Jenny Benson
“So happy to contribute to a great cause and awesome BIL!”
$103.50Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“I appreciate you so much, Jenny!! Thanks for always supporting me.”
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Shane Ware
$103.50Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“Thank you, Shane, for your support year after year!”
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Nana & Paw
“So proud of you! And appreciative of everything you’ve been doing for us. ❤️”
$77.63Received this donation 43 days ago
James
“Thank y'all so much. It's been a privilege to support y'all during this time, and I'm so glad that both of you are a little stronger every day!”
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Kayla Vidallier
$72.45Received this donation 47 days ago
James
“Thanks, cuzzin!! If I can still walk when this month is over, I'll see y'all at the family reunion!”
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Kelly Greenwood
$72.45Received this donation 59 days ago
James
“Thank you, Kelly, for always being so generous with your time and resources. I can't wait to make the trip with y'all next summer. #TeamGuate 🇬🇹”
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Papa and Marme Rhodes
“Proud of you Jay! Love you!”
$72.45Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“Thank y'all so very much...for everything always! I love y'all too!!”
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Sharon Bacle
$72.45Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“Thank you so much, Mrs Sharon!! I miss visiting with you at all the crime scenes!”
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Vicki Bennett
“Thank you for caring for others and doing something about it! 🥰”
$72.45Received this donation 43 days ago
James
“I appreciate it so much, Vicki! Thanks for always being there to support me.”
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Megan Gorman
$51.75Received this donation 14 days ago -
Mike & Jan McGrew
“Go get em Jay!!”
$51.75Received this donation 59 days ago
James
“Thank y'all so much. I know y'all have had a rough time lately, and I appreciate your support!”
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Ken & Sue Neveaux
$50Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“Thanks cuzzins!! Y'all are always there for me, and I appreciate it. See you at the reunion!”
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Mateo y Isaí
$40Received this donation 22 days ago
James
“¡Gracias niños!”
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Jada Babcock
“Happy birthday, Bubba! Proud of you!”
$36.23Received this donation 44 days ago
James
“Thanks, Gus! These August birthdays seem to come around sooner & sooner...and they're making these September rides harder & harder!”