Here is the lineup of opening round games  in the Ryan's Hope softball tournament which will be played Saturday, August 8 at the Wheel Inn Field, Ralston.
9:00 - SVT vs. U.S.G.
9:45 - Glisson Welding vs. Mean Machine
10:30 - Goose's Gang vs. Holmes Run
11:15 - Average Jakes vs Bud's Kin
12:00 - B.E.L.C. vs Backyard Brawlers
12:15 - No Glove No Love vs Canton American Legion
1:30 - Stangs vs Swarthout's Skull Works
2:15 - Headstrong vs Sons of Pitches
    All are invited to enjoy the entire day. Food will be available.

Chuck Stimson, Umpire-in-Chief of Pennsylvania District 15, had been dreaming of a chance to umpire at a World Series tournament for Little League Baseball and Softball International.  That dream became a reality when he was selected to umpire at the 2013 Big League Softball World Series tournament in Lower Sussex, Delaware. Chuck is the only umpire from Pennsylvania District 15 to have been selected to umpire any World Series tournament.  Now, Chuck has the distinct honor of being selected to umpire at a second World Series tournament.  He will be umpiring at the Junior Softball World Series tournament in Kirkland, Washington on August 2-8, 2015.  The championship game will be televised on ESPN at 2 PM on August 8.

    Ryan’s Hope Memorial Softball  Tournament (Co-ed) will be held Saturday and Sunday August 8, and 9, 2015 at the Wheel  Inn ballfield, Ralston. Team draw will be held August 2, 2015 at 6:p.m. at the Canton War Memorial Pool.  For the teams already registered, please send a representative to draw for your team placement that evening.   If unavailable, we will draw for your team.
All participants please be advised that no metal cleats will be allowed during play.  Aside from being dangerous to the other players, the base bags are being torn up.  We appreciate it.
 Also, if you have not already done so, please bring your sponsorship fee at the time of team draw.  We still have room for a couple more teams, so if interested in joining the fun and excitement, please telephone Darrin Morse at 570-250-1703 or leave a message at 570-364-5029.  Hope to see you there!

    Friday night, August 7 we are planning an “Over 35” ballgame at the Leroy ballfield.  Time to begin is 6:00.  
  You need not bring a whole team, individuals are welcome.  We will divide the number of participants into teams.  Bleachers are there for your use or you can bring your lawn chairs.  Food and drinks will be provided for all and set up in the community building.
  The fee is $10 per player - spectators, friends, spouses and children will be a donation.
  After expenses and a donation to the Leroy Community Association  the remaining funds will be donated to Ryan’s Hope for distribution.   
 We tried our first year of this in 2014 and everyone had an enjoyable time.  Please plan to attend and participate!

    The Annual Wheel Inn Benefit Softball Tournament will take place at the Wheel Inn Field on July 25 and 26th.
    Opening ceremonies will begin at 12 noon with the Marine Corps Honor Guard, Zoey Morse singing the National Anthem, and a ceremonial first pitch. Invocation will be given by Matt Wiemeyer.
    Games will be starting at 8:30 Saturday morning and taking a break for the ceremonies.

    ProCare Physical Therapy & Fitness in Troy held their third annual Slow-Pitch Softball Tournament on June 20th. Twelve teams participated in the tournament at Alparon Park and all proceeds went to the ProCare Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to a Troy Area High School Senior(s) going into the Physical Therapy or Athletic Training fields. First place was won by “Goose’s Gang,” who donated their winnings back to the scholarship, followed by “Swarthout Skullworks” in second, and “BS’ers” in third. Isaac Havens of Troy won the first annual Home Run Derby, part of the weekend festivities. ProCare would like to thank all participating teams, those who donated their time and items for the concession stand, and all volunteer umpires.

Ryan’s Hope Softball Tournament Scheduled For Aug 8 and 9
    Ryan’s Hope Co-ed Memorial Softball Tournament is scheduled for August 8 and 9, 2015.  This year it will be held at the Ralston Ballfield (Wheel-Inn).  Teams wishing to enter please telephone Georgia Bassett at 570-364-5029 (If unavailable, please leave a message).  Openings are still available so please give us a call if you are interested.  You can check our facebook page for details and information.