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Beer Olympics coming to Right Brain Brewery
TRAVERSE CITY - You’ve heard about the olympics, but what if beer was involved? Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City is hosting their very first Beer Olympics on June 2nd. Teams of 4 will go head to head in a series of beer related challenges like a keg carry, flip cup, sample tray carry and more. Winners will get some goodies from right brain and, of course, bragging rights. “I think it’s important to get people involved in supporting local businesses, says Right Brain Brewery Pub Manager Ashley Sorvisto. “It’ll be a fun athletic event as well. You can come out, get active and drink some beer. it’s accessible to anybody. Anybody can participate, no matter your skill level or athletic abilities. However, there will be some challenges.” Anyone wishing to participate needs to sign up by June 1st and its $25 dollars per person.
Early registration open for Leelanau Harvest Tour in September
SUTTONS BAY — Early registration is now open for the Leelanau Harvest Tour. It’s a great event for cyclists looking for a little adventure in Northern Michigan. You can choose between a 20-, 40- and 100-mile trip, starting and finishing at Herman Park in Suttons Bay. It’s happening Sept. 21 and the scenery takes riders past orchards, vineyards and dunes to show off what the county has to offer. Maps will also be provided to keep everyone on track. “It builds community by having everyone come together for a ride through beautiful Leelanau County in September,” said tour director Bill Danly. “It’s such a beautiful place to ride a bike. These are generally not crowded roads because we’re on back roads, very little riding on M-22 itself.”
Pit Spitters release roster for 2024 team
TRAVERSE CITY — The Traverse City Pit Spitters on Wednesday announced their roster for the 2024 season, highlighted by a combination of Michigan talent along with prospects from some of the most competitive programs in NCAA baseball. “We’ve got some great local talent on the roster this year,” said Pit Spitters field manager Josh Rebandt. “Fans can expect a high-caliber product on the field this season with high-energy, impressive players who are developing for their upcoming college seasons and future baseball careers. With the recent debuts of former Pit Spitters players such as Luke Little, Gavin Stone, and Tommy Troy onto MLB rosters and farm systems, we are proving that the culture we have developed in Traverse City is propelling these kids to professional careers and Major League success. It’s exhilarating to think that Pit Spitters fans could be watching future MLB stars right here at Turtle Creek Stadium every summer!” Headlining this year’s roster is a strong contingent of in-state talent and players from top-tier programs, listed by position: Right-Handed Pitchers (RHP):
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