Local High Schools Shine at 2nd Annual STOP-DWI Sports Classic in Oneida County

The 2nd Annual Oneida County STOP-DWI High School Baseball and Softball Classic was held on May 10th and 11th at Hamilton College. The event featured 16 local high school teams and attracted over 1,500 attendees. This free event aimed to showcase young athletic talent and promote awareness about the dangers of impaired driving.

The Classic included educational presentations on safety and health. The New York State Department of Transportation provided information on pedestrian and work zone safety. The New York State Police emphasized seatbelt use, and Helio Health discussed the risks of alcohol and tobacco, particularly for youth.

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office addressed the dangers of distracted driving. The Oneida County Health Department offered insights into nutrition and tick bite risks. The Center for Family Life and Recovery discussed drug use and the opioid crisis, supporting the event's educational objectives.

The games were competitive, with notable performances from Michael Flint and Tyler Szarek in baseball, and Kennedy Campbell and Kaelyn Buehler in softball, who each received MVP honors.

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