Cornhole for a Cause: Benefiting In Flight, Inc.

In Flight's Cornhole for a Cause Blind Draw TournamentPhoto byIn Flight, Inc.

CATSKILL, NEW YORK - On Saturday August 26^th In Flight, Inc.’s “Cornhole for a Cause” presented by MVP Health Care was held at Dutchman’s Landing Park to benefit In Flight, Inc.’s multiple programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The event saw over 200 community members enjoying the two tournaments as spectators and indulging in the multiple vendors present all to support the innovative programs In Flight, Inc. provides in Dutchess, Columbia, Greene, and Ulster Counties to foster independence, enhance skills, promote social integration, and provide a nurturing environment for personal growth for those with IDD.

18 teams participated in the event’s Blind Draw Cornhole Tournament sponsored by KeyBank, Marshall & Sterling, and Sawyer Motors, and saw over 34 competitive games being played throughout the afternoon. By beating six other teams the first place winners were Robert H. and Caden A., followed by second place winners John C. and Peter M., and third place winners Marcie S. and Matt M.

First Place Blind Draw Tournament Winners of In Flight's Cornhole for a Cause: Robert H. and Caden A.Photo byIn Flight, Inc.

The Mixer Cornhole Tournament, created to encourage inclusion and sharing the love of the game between people with intellectual and developmental disabilities supported by In Flight with their fellow community members, sponsored by Dutchess County THINKdifferently, Furniture Plus, Greylock Federal Credit Union, Hudson Valley Credit Union, Main Care Energy, Price Chopper, The Fortnightly Club of Catskill, UHY, and Ulster Savings Bank, saw Dustin P. and Kyler S. take first place. Dustin who receives services through In Flight, had been practicing as often as possible since he placed second in last year’s Mixer Tournament. With his continuous determination and positive attitude, he held his own and was able to take home the medal alongside Kyler. This year’s Mixer Tournament also featured modified rules of play in accordance with the American Cornhole Association’s latest partnership with the Special Olympics of North America making the sport of cornhole accessible to all including those with physical and mental disabilities.

Mixer Tournament Winners of In Flight's Cornhole for a Cause Dustin P. and Kyler S.Photo byIn Flight, Inc.

Guilty Pleasure, a group of local Greene County musicians that focus on rock, dance, country, and pop, provided stunning live entertainment for all the players and spectators. Jackie the Magician, from Bee Bee & Friends Magical Events provide wonderful entertainment to all with her balloons, magic, and puppetry. The event also hosted a Challenge the Champion contest, a silent auction, and two raffles including 50/50.

If you are interested in participating in next year’s Cornhole for a Cause planned for September, please contact Jill Rodriquez at (845) 835-6294x190 or JRORDIQUEZ@inflightinc.org.