Mad River Township Deputy Jeff Wise is once again putting out the call to action to recruit area law enforcement, fire and EMS as well as medical personnel to participate in the second annual Heroes vs Breast Cancer Softball Tournament. This event is being sponsored again this year by the FOP Lodge #209.

Last year the event was held with just one game, however the goal is to have up to eight teams of “Heros” from around the Miami Valley and beyond participate. The deadline to register your team is August 1, 2016. The cost is just $25 for each team.

The goal of this fundraiser to beat breast cancer is something many in our community share. If you know first responders and individuals who would be willing to participate from the medical community, please share this story.

The Enon VFW Post 8437 has opened up their field behind the Post located at 5075 Enon-Xenia Road. The date is Saturday, September 10 with a rain date of Sunday, September 11. The goal is to have everyone come out to enjoy the games, visit the concession stand, participate in the games for kids and raise funds for the Pink Ribbon Girls.

Breast cancer survivors will participate in a “survivor lap” prior to the start of the tournament. The Pink Ribbon Girls were selected because of the services they offer to individuals across the state and right here in our community. The organization is located in Tipp City, Ohio. They offer house cleaning, transportation to medical appointments, meal preparation as well as emotional and physical support. One of the biggest things they offer to those in treatment and the survivors is friendship and encouragement. Their moto is “no one travels this road alone”.

You can learn more about the Pink Ribbon Girls by visiting their web site at pinkribbongirls.org. You can learn more about the fundraiser and register your team by contacting Jeff Wise at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..