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Kids learn basketball and boxing at Stick & Move camp

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Dozens of kids are learning the fundamentals of basketball and boxing at the second annual Stick & Move Youth Day Camp. The free camp organized by the Legacy Driven nonprofit organization run by former University of Virginia basketball star Travis Watson. The unique camp combines basketball with boxing. “Same components and […]

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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Dozens of kids are learning the fundamentals of basketball and boxing at the second annual Stick & Move Youth Day Camp.

The free camp organized by the Legacy Driven nonprofit organization run by former University of Virginia basketball star Travis Watson.

The unique camp combines basketball with boxing.

“Same components and skill sets,” says Watson. “Having to use both left and right hand. We did it again to put on for the community.”

“I love basketball, my mom said I might like boxing so it’s a good way to mix both,” says camper Ian Kaufman. “Boxing is a good cross sport for basketball because it’s a cardio sport.”

“This is an impressionable age to train that mentality and be professional and find out what they like.” says Watson.

The innovative camp promotes physical fitness and mental resilience.

“Boxing is important to teach kids because it’s just like life, it’s tough,” says boxing instructor George Rivera. “When you build your confidence in your mental and physical, it’s going to prepare you for life in all sports.”

The camp is designed to instill discipline, teamwork and leadership.

“Self-defense, respecting others, it’s not just about boxing,” says camper Mohamed Androaje. “Coach also teaches us about manners and to have respect for each other in and out of the ring.”

Whether it’s a punch or a pass, it’s a meaningful summer experience.

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Three Into One Community Project holds youth sports awards | News

By Toby Robertson Altavista Journal News Correspondent On Sunday, June 8 from 3 to 5 p.m., Three Into One Community Project held its 1st Annual Sports Banquet at Crossroads Ministries Church Center located at 915 9th Street in Altavista. Invocation was offered by Rev. Sinclair Hall, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Altavista. The kids […]

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By Toby Robertson

Altavista Journal News Correspondent

On Sunday, June 8 from 3 to 5 p.m., Three Into One Community Project held its 1st Annual Sports Banquet at Crossroads Ministries Church Center located at 915 9th Street in Altavista.

Invocation was offered by Rev. Sinclair Hall, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Altavista. The kids from the Life Skill Program led by Gavin Monroe welcomed everyone and Monroe talked about the programs that are a part of life skills. 

Receiving awards were:

*Bruce Monroe-for over 30 years as Basketball & Soccer coach at Altavista YMCA

*Gerald Mosley-for over 30 years as Track & Field Coach at Rustburg High School

*Terry Cook-for over 30 years as Mentor and Youth Football William Campbell District

*Rodney Thornhill-for over 30 years of service to Altavista YMCA Coach/Official for Basketball/Football

*Tyreimh Robinson- Football Sportsmanship of the Year for 1st team Offensive and Defensive, Senior at Altavista High School

*Kaelen Tucker-for Girls Track & Field Junior at Brookville High School*ric Woodruff-for Leadership Givers Award 2025, Imani Crider-Girls Basketball, Track & Field Senior at Altavista High School

*Carter Stinnette-Sports Participation Award in Basketball, Girls Volleyball, travel Volleyball and Softball Senior Altavista High School

*Lee Stinnette-Volunteer Award for always helping out

*Brent Pannell-for Basketball at Altavista YMCA and League Basketball Altavista Elementary School. Trenton Tucker-Award in Track & Field Brookville High School.

*Imani Crider was recognized for receiving a $1,000.00 Scholarship from NAACP.

Ta’Shauna Clements was Mistress of Ceremony at the event. 

Terry Austin, Director, thanked everyone for coming and especially thanked the ones that made donations or any assistance that was provided in making this project the success that it is.

Thanks to Charles & Robin Goard, Columbia Forest Products in Chatham, Abbott Lab Employee Giving Campaign: Carmela Tardy, Joy Claytor, Antonio’s Cupit and Tim Hubbard, Shelia Dews and Ronald Coleman. 

Any one wanting to help out in any way can reach out to Woodrow Mason, Chairperson; Terry Austin, Director; or Sonya Johnson, Treasurer.



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Young riders shine at 19th annual Dickinson Youth Rodeo – The Dickinson Press

DICKINSON — The 19th annual Dickinson Youth Rodeo was once again a big success at the Stark County Fairgrounds, giving young cowboys and cowgirls a chance to showcase their skills and have fun in the arena. “Seeing the kids on their horses or in the kids events with smiles and willingness to participate,” said Dickinson […]

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DICKINSON — The 19th annual Dickinson Youth Rodeo was once again a big success at the Stark County Fairgrounds, giving young cowboys and cowgirls a chance to showcase their skills and have fun in the arena.

“Seeing the kids on their horses or in the kids events with smiles and willingness to participate,” said Dickinson Youth Rodeo event coordinator Connie Ordahl. “I just enjoy kids, and of course, I also enjoy rodeos. So put the two together and it’s just a fun thing for me to watch them and have a place for them to practice and to be able to perform.”

Brayden Helfrich was named boys all-around winner, while Brae VanDyke and Presley Fettig tied for girls all-around honors.

Ages 5–7

  1. Chaynie Krebs
  2. Brae VanDyke
  3. Brauden Helfrich
  4. Aspen Vocu
  5. Cree Rodne
  6. Jet Gjermundson

Ages 8–10

  1. Presley Fettig
  2. Riley Peterson
  3. Jackson Weisbeck
  4. Hemmie Krebs
  5. Francis Kahl
  6. Tate Weisbeck
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Sheep riding at the 19th annual Dickinson Youth Rodeo at the Stark County Fairgrounds on June 14, 2025.

Jacob Cheris / The Dickinson Press

Ages 0-4

  1. Jackson Swanson: 2.24
  2. Clay Roshau: 1.34
  3. Andee Swan: 1.31
  4. Crayton Rodne: 1.25
  5. Tilden Thorson: 1.22
  6. Baker Glick: 1.17

Ages 5–7

  1. Chaynie Krebs: 25.41
  2. Cameron Presthus: 17.72
  3. Branch Peters: 6.50
  4. Winnie Vettel: 6.17
  5. Waylon Brew: 6.03
  6. Delbert Robson: 5.08

Ages 11-13

  1. Jayda Steiner: 29.123
  2. Reid Peterson: 32.423
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The stick horse riding at the 19th annual Dickinson Youth Rodeo on June 14, 2025.

Jacob Cheris / The Dickinson Press

Ages 0-4

  1. Kynsleigh Klatt
  2. Tilden Thorson
  3. Jonsi Robson
  4. Crayton Rodne
  5. Colton Moorehead
  6. Braxton VanDyke

Ages 0-4

  1. Tilden Thorson
  2. Clay Roshau
  3. Colton Moorehead
  4. Beau Helfrich
  5. Jackson Swanson
  6. Baker Glick

Ages 0-4

  1. Kynsleigh Klatt: 3.219
  2. Braxton VanDyke: 3.394
  3. Crayton Rodne: 3.535
  4. Clay Roshau: 3.361
  5. Suede Buchanan: 4.044
  6. Jackson Swanson: 4.253

Ages 5–7

  1. Brea VanDyke: 5.491
  2. Bray Helfrich: 5.800
  3. Winnie Vettel: 6.689
  4. Chaynie Krebs: 8.485
  5. Jet Gjermundson: 9.076
  6. Sonora Raley: 9.310

Ages 8–10

  1. Huntley Vettel: 16.167
  2. Riley Peterson: 17.966
  3. Hollynn Gjermundson: 18.804
  4. Presley Fettig: 20.593
  5. Hemmie Krebs: 24.156
  6. Kolt Grantier: 33.048

Ages 11–13

  1. Teagon Krous: 11.837
  2. Madison Helfrich: 12.407
  3. Jayda Steiner:15.968
  4. Reid Peterson: 16.969
  5. Jorja Hande: 17.892
  6. Murphy Grantier: 19.301
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Barrel racing at the 2025 Dickinson Youth Rodeo at the Stark County Fairgrounds on June 14, 2025.

Jacob Cheris / The Dickinson Press

Ages 0–4

  1. Crayton Rodne: 39.181
  2. Braxton VanDyke: 96.697
  3. Andee Swan: 39.153
  4. Kynsleigh Klatt: 51.825
  5. Suede Buchanan: 56.958
  6. Trell Thorson: 59.267

Ages 5–7

  1. Brea VanDyke: 18.992
  2. Bray Helfrich: 19.662
  3. Sonora Raley: 20.560
  4. Blue Williams: 21.794
  5. Chaynie Krebs: 23.064
  6. Winnie Vettel: 24.372

Ages 8–10

  1. Presley Fettig: 18.592
  2. Hemmie Krebs: 18.743
  3. Hollynn Gjermundson: 20.398
  4. Huntley Vettel: 23.779
  5. McKenzie Vocu: 23.858
  6. Francis Kahl: 26.847

Ages 11–13

  1. Stormie Krebs: 20.102
  2. Murphy Grantier: 20.236
  3. Karsen Jorde: 20.794
  4. Hazel Kahl: 21.398
  5. Teagen Krous: 23.532
  6. Jayda Steiner: 23.620

Ages 0–4

  1. Crayton Rodne: 38.340
  2. Braxton VanDyke: 116.876 
  3. Andee Swan: 42.185 (Help)
  4. Suede Buchanan: 52.447 (Help)
  5. Beau Helfrich: 55.814 (Help)
  6. Trell Thorson: 36.468 (Help)

Ages 5–7

  1. Blue Williams: 21.708
  2. Brea VanDyke: 22.322
  3. Sonora Raley: 22.893
  4. Cree Rodne: 23.765
  5. Chaynie Krebs: 24.080
  6. Aspen Vocu: 30.990

Ages 8–10

  1. Hemmie Krebs: 24.399
  2. Presley Fettig: 24.542
  3. Huntley Vettel: 25.702
  4. Hollynn Gjernundson: 26.117
  5. Cooper Jorde: 36.027
  6. Taya Weisbeck: 36.978

Ages 11–13

  1. Madison Helfrich: 25.267
  2. Hazel Kahl: 27.324
  3. Stormie Krebs: 29.847
  4. Murphy Grantier: 31.265
  5. Kasen Jorde: 36.229
  6. Jackson Karsky: 39.177

Ages 5–7

  1. Winnie Vettel: 8.203
  2. Chaynie Krebs: 9.934
  3. Brea VanDyke: 9.997
  4. Bray Helfrich: 11.053
  5. Sonora Raley: 13.243
  6. Cameron Presthus: 13.613

Ages 8–10

  1. Presley Fettig: 7.356
  2. Hollynn Gjernundson: 7.467
  3. Huntley Vettel: 8.214
  4. Riley Peterson: 8.497
  5. Taya Weisbeck: 9.352
  6. Tate Weisbeck: 12.918

Ages 11–13

  1. Murphy Grantier: 8.617
  2. Kasen Jorde: 9.257
  3. Hazel Kahl: 9.835
  4. Reid Peterson: 10.478
  5. Logan Roshau: 10.905
  6. Jackson Karshy: 10.957
Jacob Cheris

Jacob Cheris covers a variety of high school and college sports. A graduate of Penn State University’s class of 2023, with a degree in broadcast journalism, he covered Penn State Men’s Hockey for three years. Jacob also covers Big Ten Hockey for College Hockey News.





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LAST CHANCE: Wellsville Youth Football Sign up time, a FREE youth sport

Online registration or in person registration signups close this week From the Wellsville Youth Football team, Wellsville Youth Football is preparing for a great season and it is time to get “with the program.” Parents: It is time to get them signed up to be part of a team with great coaches. Players who are […]

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Online registration or in person registration signups close this week

From the Wellsville Youth Football team,

Wellsville Youth Football is preparing for a great season and it is time to get “with the program.”

Parents: It is time to get them signed up to be part of a team with great coaches. Players who are 6-7 years old are eligible for Flag Football. Players who are 8-9 years old are eligible for PeeWee. Players who are 10-11 years old can play at the Midget level. Any player who is 12 years before Dec 1  is eligible to play at the Midget level.

Wellsville youth Football is a free to all participants. Sign-ups will close by June 15th to set rosters. 

Practice starts July 28 at Island Park at 5:30. 



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Youth Softball Roundup | News, Sports, Jobs

SOUTHERN TIER GIRLS BABE RUTH SOFTBALL Caroline Minor (offense) and Petra Dahlin (defense) led the win for Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric over Falconer. Mara Moyer was recognized as offensive player for Falconer while Makena Lundsten led in defense. —— Oliverio Auto gained their first win of the season defeating Falconer 20-18. Oliverio’s was led defensively by […]

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SOUTHERN TIER GIRLS BABE RUTH SOFTBALL

Caroline Minor (offense) and Petra Dahlin (defense) led the win for Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric over Falconer.

Mara Moyer was recognized as offensive player for Falconer while Makena Lundsten led in defense.

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Oliverio Auto gained their first win of the season defeating Falconer 20-18.

Oliverio’s was led defensively by Olivia Oliverio, Cora DiMaria and Amelia Garland. Offensively, Emma Ring, Amelia Garland and Jocelyn Adams scored four runs apiece. Leilani Sercu scored three runs while Harper McCue and Blakely Beaver recorded many RBIs.

Falconer’s defense was led by Geminiah Tuttle and Quinn Bestine led them offensively.

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Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage defeated Cassadaga 17-12.

Hattie Chitester led the way offensively for Reale’s Garage with Lyla Hale leading the team defensively.

For Cassadaga, Kayla Rose and Alena Daigle contributed hits to their cause.

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Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage defeated Jamestown’s War Vets 25-9.

Jayden Peterson took charge offensively for Reale’s Garage while Elliana DiNapoli took charge defensively.

For War Vets, Olivia Anderson was the offensive player of the game and Kendall Johnson was the defensive player of the game.

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Southwestern’s Morton Club won over Falconer.

The offensive players for Falconer were Gia Santangles and Zoey McDoo. The defensive players were Beca Snow and Lauren Youngberg.

The offensive players for Southwestern were Carolina Case and Natalie Brown. The defensive players were Everly Vezina and Alana Wadsworth.

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Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric secured the win over Cassadaga’s Amherst Paving.

Moonlight recognized Aubrie Swanson for offense and Peyton Brady for defense.

Paige Winton was Amherst Paving’s defensive standout while Rylee Olmsted was offensive player of the game.

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Jamestown beat Cassadaga 10-9 in a hard-fought game.

Olivia Anderson bolstered Jamestown’s offense with a solo home run in the last inning. Kendall Johnson and Kendall Conti played great defensive games in the infield for Jamestown.

For Cassadaga, Scarlett Morabito led the way on offense with a double. Vivy Patterson had a gold-glove performance for Cassadaga in the infield.

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Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage defeated Southwestern’s ASK Property Maintenance 8-7.

For Reale’s Garage, Elliana DiNapoli and Taylor Vullo excelled on the mound while Finley Chitester showed up offensively.

Jenna Smith was the defensive player of the game and Avery Kier was the offensive player of the game for ASK’s Property Maintenance.

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Southwestern’s Morton Club won over Southwestern No. 2.

The offensive player for Southwestern No. 2 was Viv Carlson. The defensive player was Braeya Smith.

The offensive players for Morton Club were Tessa Rounds and Joy Messina. The defensive players were Everly Vezina and Loralei Link.

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Frewsburg’s Schauers Auto Repair beat Southwestern No. 2.

Offensive player of the game for Frewsburg was Kadence Peterson and defensive player was Cassidy Raymond.

For Southwestern, Braeya Smith was the offensive player and Vivian Carlson the defensive player.

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Southwestern’s Morton Club won over Jamestown.

The offensive players for Southwestern were Eden Heintzman and Avery Johnson. The defensive players were Stella Witruke and Alana Wadsworth.

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Kyrah Marucci (offense) and Caroline Minor (defense) led Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric for the win over Randolph’s Main Street Munchkins 14-12.

Oakley Walters was named offensive player while Marlie Lundsten was recognized for defense.

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Jamestown’s Angie’s Country Cabins took Gerry’s AA Security down with a score of 16-7.

For Jamestown, both Rylee Seeley and Margaret Schnars had home runs while Gionna McCreedy pulled off two great defensive plays at first base.

Offensive standout for Gerry was Oakleigh Burch and defensive play was mentioned for Serenity Covington, who had an out at first.

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Jamestown overtook Cassadaga with a score of 17-5.

Big hitters for Jamestown, leading with triples, were Elaina Spence, Kylee Darr and Rylee Seeley, who also gained a double. Evelyn Bergman and Maddy Classon each earned two doubles while Gionna McCreedy had one. Spence and Classon both had great defensive plays, scooping up the ball and tagging runners.

For Cassadaga, Rylee Olmstead smashed a double and Vivy Patterson showed up big, defending for her team and getting a catch and out at first base.

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Bentley Lewis was the top defensive player and Cora Cruea for offense as Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric secured the win over Panama’s Neil’s Propane 16-9.

Skyla Chaplain stood out for offense as Isla Moats was the defensive standout for Panama.

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Falconer’s Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union defeated Panama’s Neil’s Propane 14-12. For Falconer, Mara Moyer and Kendall Couse hit the ball well while Makena Lundsten and Alaina Billquist played solid defense.

For Panama, Bella Covey played great offense while Pheobe Wolcott and Janna Trask played good defense.

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Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage defeated Southwestern’s Brigiotta’s 15-14.

Elliana DiNapoli shined offensively for Reale’s Garage while Taylor Vullo shined defensively.

For Brigiotta’s, Payton Woleen was named offensive player of the game and Grace Woleen was named defensive player of the game.

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Falconer’s Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union won 13-12 in a close game with Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage.

For Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, Eleanor Carlberg had a big hit and Makena Lundsten played great defense.

For Reale’s Garage, offensive player of the game was Lennox Higgs and defensive player of the game was Jayden Peterson.

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Frewsburg’s Schauers Auto Repair tied Panama 11-11.

For Frewsburg, Faith Peterson was the defensive player of the game and Brynne Wheeler was the offensive player of the game.

For Panama, Maleri Short was the offensive player and Bristol Feldt was the defensive.

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Petra Dahlin stood out on offense and Nola Calkins was defensive standout as Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric secured the win over Gerry’s AA Security Services 16-7.

Emma Purdy stood out offensively while Eliza Fiorella stood out on defense for AA Security Services.

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Southwestern’s ASK Property Maintenance defeated Falconer’s Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union.

Offensive players of the game were Riley Landy from Southwestern, who had a two-run hit, and Kendall Couse of Falconer.

Defensive players of the game were Makenzey Chapman from Southwestern with a heads-up catch of a foul tip, and Brooklyn Wood from Falconer.

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Panama’s Neil’s Propane defeated Southwestern’s Pace’s Pizza.

Bristol Campbell recorded three hits for Neil’s Propane with strong defense from her teammates Raegan Sandberg and Alanna Camarata.

For Pace’s Pizza, Gianna Morganti also had three hits with Scarlett Wolf featured for her defense.

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Frewsburg’s Moonlight Electric secured the win over Jamestown’s War Vets.

Offensive standouts were Piper Calkins (Moonlight) and Kendall Johnson (War Vets).

Peyton Brady stood out defensively forMoonlight. Ariel Danh was the defensive standout for The War Vets.

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Frewsburg’s Reale’s Garage defeated Jamestown’s Angie’s Country Cabins 8-7.

Lyla Hale made a strong debut on the mound for Reale’s Garage with Hattie Chitester backing her up at the plate.

For Angie’s Country Cabins, Maddie Sheldon debuted behind the plate and Kylee Darr hit a double.

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Jamestown defeated Southwestern 13-4.

For Jamestown, Kylee Darr tripled and Rylee Seeley doubled while Elena Spence and Izzy Ortiz made outstanding defensive plays.

For Southwestern, Aubrey Johnson had a hit and Jenna Smith made a heads-up play at first base.



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New complex hosts Road to Lincoln Midwest Classic

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – In much lighter news, while college athletes compete in the Men’s College World Series, 15 youth teams from eight states are taking the field in Lincoln for the Inaugural Road to Lincoln Midwest Classic. Hosted by Washington-based West Coast Premier. The 13-and-under and 14-and-under tournament is scheduled around the CWS, so […]

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LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – In much lighter news, while college athletes compete in the Men’s College World Series, 15 youth teams from eight states are taking the field in Lincoln for the Inaugural Road to Lincoln Midwest Classic.

Hosted by Washington-based West Coast Premier. The 13-and-under and 14-and-under tournament is scheduled around the CWS, so players can compete during the day and catch evening games in Omaha.

Organizers said the brand-new Sandhills Global Youth Sports Complex was the perfect venue for the event.

“All seven turf fields in one place having you know playability through potential inclement weather, getting the teams so that they can play their games no matter what,” said Drew Reiners, West Cost Premier Tournaments. “These fields are incomparable to anything that I’ve seen in this region, and really even in the Southwest we don’t. We don’t find a lot of facilities that are like this.”

Organizers said Lincoln is a hidden gem for youth sports and they hope to make this an annual event with even more teams in the years ahead.

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