Community Corner
Robbie Strong Wiffle Ball Tournament Fundraiser
Supporters of the Robbie Strong Fund are planning a
Wiffle Ball Tournament to take place Saturday, July 12th, 2014 at Prairie
Point Park in Oswego. All proceeds will benefit the Robbie Strong
Fund which was created to provide support to the local Oswego resident, Matt
Robbie, and his family.
Matt has been battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma since
February of 2013 supported by his wife, Coleen, and their three children
William, Avery, and Ryenn. His battle has been hard fought including: Six
Rounds of Chemotherapy, a vigorous round of ICE chemotherapy, and bone marrow
transplant.
In an effort to support the family, both emotionally
and financially, the Robbie Strong Fund and community organizers will be aiming
to raise money to help pay for the costly components of an aggressive battle
with cancer and support the family.
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The Tournament will consist of two separate
divisions, a Minor (under 13) and Major (14+). Each team is guaranteed three
(3) games and a chance to win the division championship. The cost of
registration for a team of five (5) is $100. There will also be a Home Run
Derby throughout the day with the tournament. Those registered will receive a
free T-Shirt and lunch on-site. Registration will close July 1st,
those who wish to participate are asked to visit www.RobbieStrongTournament.com
to fill out a registration form.
Alongside the tournament, there will be food,
beverages, a raffle/silent auction, and an assortment of other activities aimed
to help the Robbie Strong Fund.
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The Robbie Strong Fund is a 501(c)(3) Pending foundation;
all proceeds will go directly to the Robbie Strong Fund.
For General Tournament Questions, please contact Jason Swanson at jlcswanson@sbcglobal.net or 630-816-6046
To Volunteer, please contact Maureen Mellios at 708-256-7636
To be a Sponsor, please contact Jodi Huntley at 630-728-7777