16.Mar.2010 Special Olympics West Hawaii to host annual softball tournament in Kailua-Kona

Special Olympics West Hawaii is hosting a softball tournament from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 28, at the Old Kona Airport fields, located behind the Kona Community Aquatics Center.

Six Big Island softball and T-ball teams will compete for spots at the State Special Olympic Summer Games held in late May on Oahu.

Volunteers are needed to help support the participating athletes. Special Olympics West Hawaii, a year-round program of sports training and competitions for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

To get involved or for more information, e-mail volunteer coordinator Dulcie Sorenson at specialolympicswh@gmail.com or head of delegation Lona Warner at 989-2080. Also visit www.sowh.org.