Annual One-Pitch Softball Tournament is June 22

The following was provided by the Alexander Peters Memorial Fund, Inc.

The Fifth Annual One-Pitch Softball Tournament to raise money for the Alexander Peters Memorial Fund, Inc. -- as well as provide financial assistance to other organizations, including Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) plus several local area charities -- is being held on Saturday, June 22, starting at 9 a.m., on the playing fields behind Lynnfield High School. 

Alex, a member of the LHS Class of 2005, was killed in August 2008 as a result of an automobile accident in Malden. He was very active in a number of sports, including basketball, football, and lacrosse. His parents, Nick and Dinyce, and his sister, Ashleigh, created a scholarship in Alex’s name which is given annually to two LHS players who inspire others through their hard work and dedication, and who also have fun and can find the humor in any situation while competing -- something Alex was always able to do. 

This year, $1,000 scholarships have been awarded to LHS seniors Shannon Lumusta and Patrick Kearney to help them pursue their post-high school education. 

The all-day, double-elimination softball tournament will feature teams from the Lynnfield Men’s Over-40 Softball League and their families along with additional teams (co-ed; ages 18 and over) from outside the league, including the Giggles-Lenny Clarke Comedy All Stars. Food, drinks, and tee shirts will be provided. A raffle and silent auction involving various items -- including Red Sox and Patriots tickets, rounds of golf at area courses, spa packages, restaurant gift certificates, and many other items -- will also be conducted.

Registration for individuals who are interested in playing will start at 8 a.m. at the field the day of the tournament. There is a $30 per-person individual donation. 

The One-Pitch Softball Tournament has raised more than $40,000 in its first four years of existence, involves more than 200 participants and spectators annually, and is the only fundraising event held by the Alexander Peters Memorial Fund, Inc. each year.

For more information about the One-Pitch Softball Tournament, including sponsorship opportunities, contact Nick or Dinyce Peters at 781-334-9871, nicholas.peters@verizon.net, or visit alexanderpetersmemorialfund.com. 

The Alexander Peters Memorial Fund, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity organization. Those who would like to make a contribution can do so by making a donation to the Alexander Peters Memorial Fund, Inc., c/o Eastern Bank, 46 Salem Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940.