Buffalo Soccer Legend Rudy Pikuzinski Starts Charity to Honor Brother’s Memory [Video]

Local soccer hero Rudy Pikuzinski has launched “I Bleed Buffalo” Merchandise to honor his brother Richie’s memory and support those battling Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS) in Western New York.

Richie, a guidance counselor and school principal at the Stanley F. Falk School, sadly passed away in 2011 after a courageous battle with ALS. Richie was dedicated to helping children with special learning, social, and emotional needs, taking immense pride in making a positive impact on their lives.

Inspired by Richie’s dedication to youth and community, Rudy, a Buffalo Sports Hall of Famer and the Buffalo Blizzard’s all-time leading scorer, has partnered with Robbie Grabowski and Erik Westfield co-founders of Buff-a-logo.com to create this charitable endeavor.

Through the website ibleedbuffalo.com, supporters can purchase “I Bleed Buffalo” merchandise, every purchase equals a donation to the ALS Association in honor of Richie Pikuzinski.

“Richie loved and always represented Buffalo, his job, and his family,” Rudy said. “He was …