Coral Springs Swim Club members and other people in the community are coming together to support head coach Michael Lohberg who suffers from aplastic anemia.

A 3K Family Fun Run-Walk-Stroll to benefit Lohberg will take place from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. on Nov. 16. The event will begin and end at the Coral Springs aquatic complex.

Lohberg was diagnosed with the serious blood disorder just days before he was to leave for Beijing to join Dara Torres, Kazakhstani Olympian Vlad Polyakov, and six more international swimmers who trained under him. Lohberg was sent to the National Institute of Health for treatment. He is now better and back home with his family and team.

"I am very grateful for all that they are doing for me," said Lohberg. "It shows what kind of a team we have. A lot of other teams are also helping out. All I can say is that i am very thankful."

Luz Campo, who is among the core team organizing the event, is expecting at least 250 to 300 participants. "The city is supporting us; there are a lot of people who are involved. We hope to raise at least $5,000."

Registration will be at 6:30 a.m. Food, drinks, and a raffle drawing for an athlete's basket will be provided for participants. Registration forms can be found on www.csscswim.com. Registration fees are $15 for adults, and $11 for children 2 and under. Same day registration is $18 for everyone.

Donations for Coach Michael's Fight should be sent to Bank Atlantic, FBO Michael Lohberg, 4695 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33076, with checks payable to Michael Lohberg Account number 006066580.