Annual 'Striking Out Cancer' Event to be Held in Pittsfield

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The 5th Annual "Striking Out Cancer in the Berkshires" event, featuring an all-day baseball game and women's softball, is scheduled for Saturday, June 28, at Clapp Park in Pittsfield.

The event will run from approximately 9:00 AM

Participation is open to individuals of high school age and up. A $10.00 donation is required to play, which includes a T-shirt. All proceeds from the event will go to the Dana Farber/Jimmy Fund. For further information, interested individuals can contact Joe DiCicco at 518-390-2512 or via email at jdlicicco7@aol.com. 

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UMass Coach Leading Youth Basketball Clinic

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires welcomes Frank Martin, head coach for the men's basketball team at the University of Massachusetts, and his staff and players for a free clinic. 
 
The youth basketball clinic will be held on Thursday, July 24, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the club's gymnasium, located at 16 Melville St.
 
This one-day clinic is open to any boy or girl in Berkshire County who will be entering Grades 3 through 7 in September. No club membership is required to participate, but registration is limited to 70 and is required in advance at www.bgcberkshires.org.
 
Participants will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from coach Martin — described as one of college basketball's most respected leaders — alongside his Division I staff and athletes. The clinic will focus on basketball fundamentals, skill development, and having fun through the game.
 
"This is an incredible chance for local kids to learn from the best and be inspired by high-level coaches and student-athletes," said Joseph McGovern, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires. "We're honored to host Coach Martin and his team, and grateful for their commitment to youth and community engagement."
 
Register at www.bgcberkshires.org or call 413-448-8258, Ext. 28, for more information. 
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