Cy Young Youth League will have blitz ball fundraising tournament in September

NEWCOMERSTOWN − The Cy Young Youth League has been thinking outside of the box for local fundraising to benefit improvements and other costs associated with the league. "Several of us set around after a board meeting discussing our next fundraiser and we wanted something new and fresh, different, and fun to spark interest," Jenna Marstrell said. "Nathan Watson suggested blitz ball as they knew another group that had held one and it was a success. I admit I was the first to say what is blitz ball which in turn I was laughed at then told wiffle ball. We then formed a group to oversee and plan the blitz ball tournament which includes myself, Amy and Mitch Barron and Nathan. Many of our board members are experienced in running baseball tournaments, so we are hoping that will be helpful in orchestrating this tournament."

The tournament, limited to 25 teams, will be held in September, at Cy Young Memorial Park. Those 12 and older will compete on Sept. 7 and those 12 and under will compete on Sept. 8. It is a coed tournament with teams of seven to 10 people. The cost for 12 and up is $20 per person and for under 12 $10 per person. Prizes will be awarded for first place for adults and youth, best team name and best dressed team, Food trucks will be on-site.

"For the past couple of years, our 8U and 10U (12U team also joined this year) teams have come together for an end of season party. We play wiffle ball and the kids love it. Parents and coaches play too, and it makes it a blast for the kids. We thought if our kids enjoy it so much, surely other families and groups will too," Amy Barron said.

For more information, contact Barron at 330-204-6660 or Marstrell at 330-401-3520.