DERBY - Treasured Time, Inc. is hosting its Third Annual Extra Innings Softball Marathon Aug. 13-14 at Frank DeLuca Hall of Fame Stadium in Stratford to help make the wish of a terminally ill mother in Derby come true.
This semi-competitive event encourages the community to form softball teams and play one-hour games to win a night in the Treasured Time Suite at a Bridgeport Bluefish Game.
Proceeds support the charity’s mission to grant the wishes of parents with life-threatening illnesses.
This year’s Extra Innings Marathon will directly benefit the newest Treasured Time “gift of moments” recipient, Nicole Mather of Derby.
“Treasured Time is so excited to once again put on this fundraiser,” said Suzanne Major, Founder/CEO of Treasured Time.
“The money we raise from this event will assist our newest families and we can’t wait to have everyone come down and join us at the stadium for two days of fun.”
This two-day event starts at 7 a.m. Aug. 13 and runs until 9 p.m., including an exciting Home Run Derby for both men and women at 7:30 p.m.
The Home Run Derby winners will get a dinner for two at Vazzy’s Cucina in Shelton. The marathon resumes at 7 a.m. Aug. 14 and concludes with a championship game at 7:30 p.m. that day.
Registration is limited to the first 40 teams consisting of at least 10 players per team. The team that scores the most runs in a win on Saturday will play in the championship against the team that scored the most runs in a win on Sunday.
“The great part about this event is that you don’t have to be a softball player to join in on the fun,” said event organizer Jenn Moffat.
“We have many companies and families who have been affected by life-threatening illnesses, who come out to enjoy the day and support our mission. We match the teams up by skill level, so everyone is welcome to play. The weekend is really not about competition, it’s about the cause.”
In addition to supporting Treasured Time, the marathon is held in honor of former Bluefish General Manager and Treasured Time supporter Ken Shepard.
Derby woman hopes to renew vows in Vegas
Nicole Mather, 43, of Derby, became sick at age 15. After a few years of not knowing what was wrong and undergoing various tests, she was diagnosed with lupus at 17.
Since then, life has been very difficult. She has been in and out of the hospital throughout her life. Shortly after her diagnosis, Mather was in a major car accident in which she was put on life support and administered Last Rites by a priest.
Mather defied the odds of the accident and her illness and found true love in her husband, Brian.
The couple was told they would never have children, but Mather again proved the exception and was blessed with her “miracle baby,” Austin, who is now 17.
Mather recently was diagnosed with diabetes and has suffered two severe strokes and three mini-strokes. She has APS lupus which creates blood clots throughout her body, intensifying her susceptibility to strokes.
Mather could have a stroke that changes her life forever at any time, but for right now she does what she can to enjoy life despite her limitations.
Mather's wish is to go to Las Vegas and renew her vows with her true love and have her son walk her down the aisle. They will be married 20 years this September.
The entry fee for the Extra Innings Marathon is $250 per team, and the deadline to register is July 31. Home Run Derby participants can enter for a $25 fee.
Tickets for spectators to attend the softball marathon are $5.
There will be activities throughout the event including corn hole, DJs, and raffles.
For more information or to register a team or for the Homerun Derby, contact Jenn at 203-446-1068 or jenn@treasuredtime.org.
Treasured Time, Inc. is a Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to grant the wishes of parents with life threatening illnesses who want to create a lasting memory with their children.
With your help, Treasured Time, Inc. can provide families with the “Gift of Moments.”
To see how you can help make a difference, visit www.treasuredtime.org.
This is a press release from Treasured Time.
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