Play Snowball: Softball Tourney Raises Money for Relay

It's never too cold for a little softball.

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Twinsburg/Nordonia is hosting its sixth Annual Co-Ed Snowball Softball Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the R.B. Chamberlin Fields, 10270 Ravenna Rd. 

John Depiore organizes the event on behalf of Relay team Livia’s Leapers, honoring his daughter Olivia, who at age six was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. 

In its first five years the event has raised $10,000.  Last year’s event included eight teams competing in one of Ohio’s snowiest winters on record. 

“Frostbite is nothing compared to cancer,” Depiore said in a press release.

Twinsburg/Nordonia Relay For Life Chairman Rob Felber said the event last year was a huge success. 

“It’s pure fun for a great cause,” Felber said. 

In addition to teams, sponsors of the event include , Green with Envy, and Bob Evans.

A team registration donation is $225, but individuals can sign up to play for a $30 donation.  To register a team or sign up to play, contact DePiore at (330) 524-5045 or via email at john.depiore@airgas.com.

Fundraising for Relay for Life goes on throughout the year with teams hosting various events and activities now through July.   The 2012 event takes place June 1-2 at Tiger Stadium.  To learn more, visit www.relayforlife.org/twinsburg or contact RobFelber@felberandfelber.com, (330) 963-3664 x1.