It has already been five years since the original Red Eye Memorial Tournament, and the event continues to raise awareness and funds. As well as provide a weekend of fun.
The unique tournament is in support of the Chris Bolin Memorial Fund and the Morgan Jayne Project, two local worthwhile causes. It also provides a weekend of camaraderie and Slo-pitch fun.
The tournament this year is at the Morrin Bridge Recreational Area June 21-23. It goes rain or shine, day or night. In fact, the tournament goes through the night with each team getting a chance to play under the bright lights.
The tournament has gone through a number of changes to venues, and this year it has moved to the spring. This change has renewed vigor and a full slate of 20 teams have entered the tournament. There is a full concession and beer gardens on site as well as camping.
Justin, left, and Duane Bolin at the 2012 Red Eye Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament This year the event goes June 21-23 at Morrin Bridge Recreation Area. Volunteers are needed for this year’s annual Red Eye Tournament, which supports the Chris Bolin Memorial Fund and the Morgan Jayne project.
The tournament supports the Morgan Jayne Project, which has literally saved the life of hundreds of children in the Roatan. The project’s main thrust is to provide infant formula for families served by Familias Saludables in Roatan to stop the spread of HIV from Mother to child through breast-feeding. The program has been so successful that today some of the initial benefactors of the program are attending school and the Morgan Jayne Project has made efforts to continue to support the students.
The tournament also supports the Chris Bolin Memorial Fund. This fund over the years has been very supportive to the Drumheller Fire Department and Drumheller Emergency Services, providing equipment and project funds. It also supports an annual scholarship for student athletes who attend DVSS.
There are still many ways to support the tournament even if you are not on a team, there are opportunities to volunteer to provide food or bar services, or simply come out and enjoy some slo-pitch and grab a burger.
To volunteer, contact Fred Makowecki at 403-823-8082.
