A hand written letter from USA Olympic & NPF Florida Pride softball teams member, Jessica Mendoza. Jessica has contributed to our tournament almost every year. Jessica can also be found commentating on ESPN for the Little League Softball World Series. Thank You Jessica for sharing our vision and contributing to our cause.

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A staff favorite photo-Team Rapid Fire from our 2008 Tournament

Welcome to the Sunshine Foundation Fastpitch Softball Invitational web site. Within our site you can learn about the foundation, read about our goals for our tournament and view pictures from our past tournament's. Please feel free to contact us with any questions regarding tournament sign up or making a donation to the Sunshine Foundation. The tournament director's contact information is listed at the bottom of every page. Thanks for visiting and enjoy our site.

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An email received on July 12th, 2010 from a coach with the two time participants- 14U Fords Dirt Diamonds:

"Todd, Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for everything. Once again, we had a blast at your tournament. Everything was perfect, from the fields, to the umpires, to the raffles to the concessions. But more importantly, what you and your staff is all about is amazing. I am so happy and proud that we are able to participate and support the Sunshine Foundation. It was a pleasure meeting Jennifer and her family and it really puts life in perspective. Softball was so far down the list in terms of what was important yesterday. Our girls, coaches and families thank you for everything and all that you do for these girls." Thanks - Frank

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An email received on July 10th, 2011 from the coach of the two time participants - 14U Amwell Attitude:

"Todd, Just wanted to say thanks again for all your hard work. A first class tournament for certain!" Thank you - Rich

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An email received on July 11th, 2011 from the coach of the two time participants - 14U Hamilton Hurricanes:

"Todd, nice job over the weekend. Please keep us in mind for next year." Thank You - Brian

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A text message from the coach of the first time participants - 14U Gloucester Blue Devils:

"Thank you for having us for the tournament. Hope you will consider us next year for this great cause. Great job!" - Kyle

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An email from a coach of the two time participants - 14U Manalapan Revolution:

"Our team had a great time Saturday, we waited until that day to explain to them why we were there and all of them had a smile on their faces and wanted to know if the little boy was going to be there with them. I feel it’s important to make ALL children aware of disabilities and the need to “give back” or just do something nice for someone. Thank You again for a wonderful day, our entire team from coaches to parents and of course the players enjoyed themselves." - Joe

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Our 2012 Tournament Beneficiary

Meet Stephanie...

Stephanie will turn 6 years old this year. She has multiple disabilities including Muscular Dystrophy, CardioMyopathy and Hypotonia. She wants to be a chef and a firefighter when she grows up. She also likes to color and dance. However, her biggest dream is to go to Disney World. That's where we come in. The goal for our 5th Anniversary Sunshine Fastpitch Tournament in 2012 is to raise a minimum of $5,000. Since our first ever tournament in 2008, we have granted a child's dream each year thanks to the generousity of our past teams and sponsors. Until this year, we have never had a child that is so in love with Disney. This is all she talks about and watches on TV. We also understand that her room is wall to wall Disney. We are expanding our tournament this year to be sure that this dream is granted. This is Stephanie's one shot at going to Disney World for one week with no expenses while staying at the Sunshine Foundation's Dream Village in Loughman Florida. Due to Stephanie's disabilities, the family cannot afford to go otherwise.

If you want to witness first hand what it's like to change a child's life forever, join us in 2012 for a life changing experience that you will never forget. We guarantee it!!

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Sunshine Fastpitch Invitational 5 - Saturday July 14, 2012

(Sunday July 15, 2012-inclement weather date)

ONE DAY CHARITY TOURNAMENT:

Seeking:

- 8 - 12U Class B Teams

- 12 - 14U Class B Teams

- $300 per Team

- MVP Medals

- Trophies to 1st & 2nd Place Teams

- 3 Game Guarantee

- Bring both teams from your organization for a day of fun