Drake Maye to Lead Best Buddies Challenge on Cape Cod

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is making an impact both on and off the field. The NFL superstar is teaming up with a local organization next summer.

On May 30, 2026, Maye will lead the Best Buddies Challenge, serving as Honorary Chair to support those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The challenge offers a variety of events to participate in, including a 100-, 55-, or 20-mile bike ride from Boston to Cape Cod or a 5k walk/run along the beach in Hyannis Port.

What Is Best Buddies?

Best Buddies is a national nonprofit organization that is "dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)."

Where the Rides and Runs Begin

Join Drake Maye for an inspirational 5k walk/run in Hyannis Port on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The 100-mile ride begins at 8 a.m. at JFK Library and features five stops along the way. The 55-mile ride begins at 9:30 a.m. at the CVS in Carver and will make two stops.

Meet Drake Maye This December

By registering, you'll be supporting a great cause and Best Buddies is making entry extra special with an added incentive.

Those who join Team Drake Maye will get the chance to meet Maye during the bye week in December.

Registration is still open on the Best Buddies website.

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