a new decade of giving

2011
A NEW DECADE OF GIVING
Benefitting the O’Donnell Family and other local families in need
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By Darlene Howley, Umpire Coordinator
In Memory of Ed Green
Beloved CUP Umpire
1936-2010
Back in 2000, when the Cranberry CUP first took root
under the leadership of Cathy Cortazzo, there were seven
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there to help get things started on the right foot…Ed
Green and Gary Foster. On December 17, 2010, our dear
friend, Ed, lost his battle with cancer and went joyfully
to live with the Lord. He was survived by his son and daughter and his wife of 45 years,
Liz. His obituary paid tribute to this dear man including not only his time in the service
in the U.S. Army alongside Elvis Presley, his service as a Butler County A.S.A. umpire
and midget football referee, but also his service as an umpire for the Cranberry CUP.
Hot
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Dinners, Appetizers,
Desserts, Lattes,
Frappes, Egg Platters,
Fish Sandwiches, Burgers
and much more!
What many do not know is that Eddie expressed a last wish in early December to ump
one more Cranberry CUP game. Cathy and the CUP team moved quickly to make this
happen with the assistance of Joe Jordano, the Head Baseball Coach at the University
of Pittsburgh. Plans were under way to put together an indoor game to make this wish
come true so that Eddie could ump one more game with his dear friend, Gary. Sadly,
Eddie passed the week after making his wish, much sooner than anyone expected.
Andrew Lloyd Webber wrote a beautiful song called “Love Changes Everything” and in
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the lyrics, we remember Eddie. It says:
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“Love changes everything. Hands and faces, earth and sky.
Love, love changes everything. How you live and how you die.”
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Today, we remember the love in which Ed lived and the grace in which he died. We
remember his contributions to, and his love for, the Cranberry CUP; a love that has
changed everything for so many over the years.
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PRODUCT & SERVICE DONATIONS
CONTENTS:
GOLF CLASSIC:
Labatt Brewing: beverages
Frito-Lay
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Double Eagle Promotions, University Sportswear,
Oakview Golf Course
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Wright Automotive Group: hole-in-one sponsor
First National Bank of PA: beverage cart sponsor
KICK-OFF PARTY:
Chen’s: dinner
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Bravo’s: dinner
Chicken: dinner
Sir Pizza: dinner
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Moe’s: dinner
Buffalo Wild Wings: dinner
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MonteCello’s: dinner
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Climo’s Pizza and
Luciano’s: dinner
Cranberry Highlands Golf Course: banquet facilities
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Events 4
Board Member Directory 6
Featured Family 8
Hey Blue! THANKS! 10
Cranberry CUP History 14
Cranberry CUP Bracket 16
18 2010 CUP Winners
20 Photo Highlights
28 2011 CUP Sponsors
29 Donation Form
30 Product/Services Donations
31 Memorial
U.S. Food
Services: plates, napkins, silverware • Discovery Christian Church: KO Party tickets
design and printing • Pittsburgh Marriot North: table linens • Costco: desserts George
Wertheimer: appetizers • Phase IV: musical entertainment • Terry & Steve Mentalists:
magical entertainment • Gerard Boeh Flowers: floral arrangements • Legend Financial
Advisors Inc: water • Special thanks to everyone who donated items for our gift baskets!
CRANBERRY CUP MISSION STATEMENT
The purpose of the Cranberry CUP is to conduct organized events whereas all facets
of the community contribute to raising money for a worthy cause. The organization
promotes volunteerism, community spirit and goodwill toward a person or family in
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT:
need.
Goodfello’s Pizza, Pasta & Grille Zelienople & DiCarlo’s Pizza Cranberry: pizza for the
concession stand
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All the volunteers who work in the concession stand
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CTAA, Dan
Porter, Anthony Storti, Jessi Cushing, and Kirk Vaughn
2011 CRANBERRY CUP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MISC:
Rob Priebel: tv donation
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Fun Fore All: gift cards & coupons Massage Envy: gift card
Merle Norman Cosmetics: gift card
SportsClips: gift basket
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RealTraining by Kim Regan: gift basket
Costco: gift card
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Chick-Fil-A
DISCOUNTED SERVICES:
MarketSpace Communications: program book layout & design
Minuteman Press: discounted printing services
President Cathy Cortazzo
Vice President Anthony Bertolino
Co-Treasurer
Nancy Hans
Co-Treasurer
Matt Irvin
Secretary
Robin Shaffer
Other Directors Bob Gillenberger Jr.
Chris Corcoran
Kevin Regan
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Mike Leon
Sheila Mills
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2011 CRANBERRY CUP EVENTS
Friday, Aug 5th
DONATION FORM:
Golf outing sponsored by Northwest Savings Bank.
Time: 9:30 AM Registration, 11:30 am Tee-off
Format: Four Person Team Scramble
The Kick off party is at Cranberry Highlands Golf Course and begins at 6:30 PM and is sponsored by Armstrong and Thank you for donating to the Cranberry CUP! Because of your generosity, and others
like you, we are able to help families in need right here in Cranberry Township! Please
fill out this form to include with your tax deductible donation.
Please Complete
Guardian Protection Services. Name:
Saturday, Aug 6th
The Softball tournament Opening Ceremony begins at 10 AM
at Cranberry Park and is sponsored by Northwood Realty Company (if applicable):
Address:
Services/Park Place.
The championship games will be held at Graham Park
on Sunday pending final bracket finals (about 4-5:00)
Phone:
Email:
Neighborhood:*
A NOTE FROM CRANBERRY CUP
Board President Cathy Cortazzo
On behalf of the entire board, I thank the O’Donnell family for serving as our Inspirational
Family. They will do more for our entire community than we will do for them. They remind
the community that at any time life can take a drastic turn and they show us what real
courage is all about and remind us to always keep our priorities in line and appreciate
all that we have and love. I have asked the Board members to write down their thoughts
about why they volunteer to make a difference with the Cranberry CUP. Please find
submissions from other board members on page 6. For me, it is seeing tremendous
relief in the eyes of those we help and how much they, and their families, appreciate and
treasure the memories of this event.
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Please make check payable to: “Cranberry CUP” Tax ID# 061721450
Mail check and sponsor sheet to:
Cranberry CUP
PO Box 1614
Cranberry Twp., PA 16066
If you live in a neighborhood in Cranberry competing for the “Neighborhood Fund Championship”
PLEASE HELP:
The Cranberry CUP may be held in August, but the
organization welcomes donations any time of the year.
Tax-deductible contributions may be made to the CUP
by mail at PO Box 1614, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066.
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2011 CRANBERRY CUP SPONSORS
Your community.
Gold Sponsors $1,000+
Trisha & Sean O’Shea
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Charles & Linda Racioppo
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Anonymous
Silver Sponsors $500+
Michael Corcoran
Douglas Corvin
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AXA Advisors
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Robert & Judith Madder
Phyllis Corteway
Bronze Sponsors $250+
Edward Goll
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Fun-Fore-All
Lexus of North Hills
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Profiles Styling Salon
Cranberry Dental
Clem’s RV Sales
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XCEL Gymnastics
North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery
North Park Lounge
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Metz Lewis
Our promise.
Friends of the CUP $100+
Luanne & Robert Cottington
Cheryl & Roger Warren
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John & Pamela O’Leary
Mark & Joanell Bernhard
Christopher & Maureen Fajt
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Andrea Vogel
Kenneth Dengler
Sharon & Howie Russell
Dana & Michelle Mastropietro
Talisman Energy USA proudly supports the
Cranberry CUP – “Community Uniting People” –
in their quest to raise money for a worthy cause by
promoting volunteerism and providing goodwill to
those in need.
Thank you, Cranberry CUP, for your long-standing
history of community spirit and involvement.
SPECIAL THANKS TO
The anonymous donor that gave $10,000
and the families of St. Killian’s
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and we are committed to our communities.
50 Pennwood Place, Warrendale, PA 15086
724.814.5300 | www.talismanusa.com
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BOARD MEMBER DIRECTORY
Anthony Bertolino
I feel fortunate to serve on the CUP board and be a part of an event that people talk about all
year and that impacts so many people in such a positive way. I take a lot of pride knowing that
I, along with a lot of other great people, help make it happen. From the first tee off at golf on
Friday to the closing ceremony on Sunday, the CUP is truly a unifying cause.
Robin Shaffer
My interest in the CUP comes from the fact that I believe in it. I believe in the unity it brings
to our community, the outreach it affords to those in need and, above all, the affirmation that
compassion still exists within each person who has ever had anything to do with raising money
for those who are struggling in life.
Nancy Hans
Being involved with the Cranberry CUP and a serving as board member is like playing the
game BINGO. You never know, what each year is going to bring. The hardships that some
families face is heartbreaking but it warms my heart to see first-hand what a community can
do. That is a BINGO for each Inspirational Family!
Matt Irvin
As a new member of the CUP board, I am excited to be part of such a generous and caring
organization. The CUP does great things for families in the area and helps bring the
community together. I am eager to see what great things the organization can contribute in the
future.
Sheila Mills
One of the things I love most about the CUP is the sense of community it provides to
Cranberry. Whether the Inspirational Family comes by helicopter or fire truck to the Opening
Ceremony, it is a always an emotional moment and I feel grateful to be a part of it.
Bob Gillenberger, Jr.
I enjoy being a part of the Cranberry CUP for many reasons, but the one reason that stands
out is how the CUP brings the community together for a common purpose. I look forward to
continuing to serve the CUP and to help ensure that the spirit of the CUP continues for years
to come.
Chris Corcoran
It’s hard to believe it’s been 12 years since I first sat across from Cathy Cortazzo at her dining
room table at the very first planning meeting for the CUP. Serving on the board as we aim to hit
the million dollar mark 12 years later is both inspiring and gratifying!
Mike Leon
Going to the Opening Ceremony over the years moved me so much I decided to join the CUP
board. The organization has helped so many people over the years it makes me proud to live in
Cranberry. This event has brought my neighborhood much closer; I hope in the future we can
get even more neighborhoods to join us for this weekend of giving and camaraderie.
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CRANBERRY CUP SELECTS O’DONNELL FAMILY
as Inspirational Family of 2011
Tim Buggy, CFP®
Retirement Planning Specialist
tim.buggy@axa-advisors.com
Tel: (877) 279-9798
AXA Advisors, LLC
310 Seven Fields Blvd
Suite 161
Seven Fields, PA 16046
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through AXA Advisors, LLC, an investment advisor registered with the SEC. Annuity and insurance products offered through AXA Network, LLC
and its insurance agency subsidiaries. AXA Network, LLC does business in California as AXA Network Insurance Agency of California, LLC and, in
Utah, as AXA Network Insurance Agency of Utah, LLC. AXA Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. GE-54843a (5/10)
Tina and Shawn O’Donnell have lived in Cranberry Township for 9 years. They are the
proud parents of 4 children: Nathan, age 10; Alex, age 7; Brayden, age 3 and Mia, 1. In
May 2010, Shawn, a Social Studies teacher at Keystone Oaks and a Driving Education
Instructor for Seneca Valley school district, was diagnosed with stage 4 incurable colon
and liver cancer. In the summer of 2010, Shawn needed 24 hour care as he was unable
to walk or bathe unassisted. The doctors did not think he would survive the summer,
but with the help of hospice nurses, hospice caregivers and family members, Shawn
was able to regain his independence by September. He rebounded with the help of
16-hour IV nutrition and many prayers from family and friends. Unfortunately, Shawn’s
latest scan showed that the cancer has spread to a spot on his right hip and to a lymph
node. Shawn’s doctors do not feel he will ever return to work. He will continue to have
bi-weekly chemotherapy treatments for the rest of his life. Shawn has been active in
coaching for SV outdoor soccer and CTAA T-ball and baseball. He also volunteered
in a CTAA winter skills baseball camp. He is a past participant of the Cranberry CUP
softball tournament. Please join the Cranberry CUP in rallying behind the O’Donnells
as the 2011 Cranberry CUP Inspirational Family!
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Creese, Smith & Co. LLC
Certified Public Accountants
8150 Perry Highway, Suite 105
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237
412-635-9088 – Telephone
412-635-9976 – Facsimile
www.creesesmith.com
Good luck to all the neighbors
in the Cranberry CUP!
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SPECIAL THANKS TO
JOIN US AS OUR COMMUNITY RALLIES
Please join us as our community rallies around the 2011 Inspirational Family to show
support; to lift their spirits; to relieve some of their burdens; and, to bring some
normalcy back to their family. The Cranberry CUP will relieve some of the burden
so that Sean and his family can concentrate on his treatments so that the family can
spend quality time together.
In addition to our designated Inspirational Family, the Cranberry CUP helps other
local families all year around. We will be offering two $1000 annual scholarships:
one in the name of Megan O’Shea Durst for work with children with disabilities and
another for volunteerism and community service - watch for details coming soon. Your
participation, volunteerism, and contributions will make a tremendous difference in
many lives.
For more information about our event, to volunteer, or to make a contribution, please
contact the Cranberry CUP. Contributions can be made out to the Cranberry CUP and
mailed to the address below.
Cranberry CUP
P.O. Box 1614
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
softball@zoominternet.net
cranberrycup.org
OAKVIEW
for donating the food for the Kick-Off Party
“Area’s Most Affordable Golf Club”
Limited number of seasonal memberships are still available.
Schedule your next golf outing or group even with us.
SPECIAL THANKS TO
North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery Associates for
Supporting the Cranberry Cup!
412-367-3222
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Jesse Horner
PGA Professional/GM
(724) 794-1173 ext. 4
jesse@oakviewgolfclub.com
Visit our website for current pricing and additional information.
www.oakviewgolfclub.com
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Hey Blue! THANKS!
We couldn’t do it without you!
Every year since 2000, the CUP has turned to our men and women in blue for the tough job of
keeping things fair and upright on the ball field. These are men and women who have families
and plenty of other things they could be doing this weekend. But they look to the cause and
volunteer their time to make the CUP one of the greatest philanthropic community events
of summer in Western Pennsylvania. They stand in the beating sun giving their best, hour
after hour, game after game, and day after day and they do it with hearts of gold! So, as you
continue your quest for the CUP, when you have a close call, remember why they volunteer
their time. Remember the irony of this weekend is that we play this game to remember that
the game is not important. It’s what we do with the game that’s important. God bless our
inspirational families and God bless our umpires for a job well done. Thanks, Blue!
Lisa Bauer
10th Year
Bill Rees
4th Year
Phil Birckbichler
8th Year
Jeff Rihn
4th Year
John “Dino” Decolati
3rd Year
Dave Russ
8th Year
Peter Duffy
4th Year
Joe Sasala
2nd Year
Mike Fisher
4th Year
Dan Smith
10th Year
Gary Foster
12th Year
Jim Sorace
6th Year
Tim Kirkland
3rd Year
Bill Swarmer
4th Year
Chuck Kloos
4th Year
Dave Tarraborrelli
10th Year
Butch Lippert
5th Year
Rich Trosky
6th Year
Steve Mick
2nd Year
Phil Uher
5th Year
Ted Neill
2nd Year
George Zagorac
10th Year
Aleisha Rees
3rd Year
Special thanks to Judy Smith of the Butler Umpires Association who, year after year, has
partnered with the Cranberry CUP to help ensure the integrity of the game. Thank you, Judy.
Don’t forget to thank your umpires today!
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2011 NEIGHBORHOOD
FUNDRAISING CHAMPIONS
The Cranberry CUP is grateful to all of the neighborhoods
that participated in the fundraising effort. Congratulations to
Pinehurst for raising the most money!
MORE THAN $3000 RAISED!
It’s not too early
Please contact the Cranberry CUP if you would like to volunteer
your time, contribute your services or products, or participate in
the 2012 Cranberry CUP.
PO Box 1614, Cranberry Twp, PA 16066, cranberrycup.org
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SPECIAL THANKS
OFFICIAL CUP VIDEOGRAPHER
& PHOTOGRAPHER JULIE BARANCHO
julie@treasure-your-photo.com
SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
CHRIS MCDERMOTT
JEREMY JANTSCH
Congratulations!
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THE CRANBERRY CUP
A History of Growth and Giving
The Cranberry CUP has expanded its
activities and its ability to raise funds
since its inception. This success is due
entirely to the dedication of volunteers
and the generosity of individuals,
neighborhoods, businesses and
government agencies. The CUP currently
raises money through registration
fees, raffle ticket sales, individual and
business contributions, and corporate
sponsorships. Many individuals and
companies also donate essential
products and services, or provide them at
a reduced rate. A brief look back follows.
2000 – Seven neighborhoods competed in the first Cranberry CUP Softball Tournament to
raise $3,800 for the American Cancer Society.
2001 – Fourteen neighborhoods raised $14,000 for the Children of JoEllen MaughnEvanson Scholarship Fund. The first female police officer in Cranberry Township died after a
long battle with cancer. The event featured the addition of the now annual Kick-Off Party.
2002 – Local businesses and government agencies entered their first teams in the Softball
Tournament. Twenty-three neighborhood and four business/government teams raised
$23,500 for Pennsylvania State Trooper Bob Newton, who was suffering from a rare form of
cancer.
2003 – Thirty neighborhood and 12 business/government teams raised $40,000 to offset
medical costs for Kayla Sansone. The 13-year-old cancer patient passed away three months
later in November.
2004 – Thirty-six neighborhood and 12 business/government teams raised $55,000 for Alex
Poust, 15. Alex died on December 3, before he was well enough to travel to Texas for a bone
marrow transplant.
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2010 CRANBERRY CUP WINNERS
2005 – The CUP held the first of what is now the annual Golf Classic. Twenty-three
neighborhood and 13 business teams competed in the Classic. The CUP raised $75,000 to
help with medical costs for seven-year- old Isabella Christenson and nine-year-old Dakota
Dore.
2006 – The Cranberry CUP raised more than $140,000 (including a $40,000 donation from
the Rick Restelli Cancer & Heart Foundation) to help the Sherri and Doug Maybee family
as well as seven other local families. Sherri has medical conditions that prevent her from
working. The CUP was able to purchase a new home for the family.
2007 – For the first time, the Cranberry CUP acquired sponsors for all three major
components of the CUP weekend – the Golf Classic, Kick-Off Party and Softball
Tournament. In addition, the CUP expanded its geographic boundary to include potential
beneficiaries from within the entire Seneca Valley School District. More than $115,000 was
raised. The primary beneficiary was the Robert (Bob) Giebel family of Harmony. Bob, who is
unable to work because he has multiple sclerosis, lost his wife to cardiac arrest in February
2007. CUP proceeds helped Bob pay off his mortgage and replace a structurally unsafe
garage.
2008 – Thirty-nine foursomes (156 participants) competed in the Golf Outing. The KickNorthridge Estates - Open Division CUP Champs 2010
off Party was attended by approximately 450 people. Thirty-six neighborhood teams from
Cranberry Township along with twenty-four business teams, representing more than 1,000
participants and over 20,000 residents, competed in the softball tournament. The Opening
Ceremony was attended by more than 2,000 people. The 2008 events raised more than
$115,000 and the Cranberry CUP was able to provide financial assistance and emotional
support to families within our community.
2009 – A Decade of Giving! More than $117,000 was raised to benefit the Jimmy Barbarino
family. The CUP helped the Inspirational Family complete their new Habitat for Humanity
home. Thirty-four foursomes competed in the Golf Outing. The Kick-off Party was
attended by nearly 500 people at the Cranberry Highlands Golf Course on Friday night. 32
Neighborhoods and 21 corporate teams competed in the softball tournament, during our
first rainy weekend in 10 years! Additionally, due to the long-standing success of the CUP,
additional funds were available to provide financial assistance and emotional support to
other families within our community during the holidays.
2010 – The Surman Family (Eric, Laura, Aiden, Gavin and Camryn)– was selected as the
Hunters Creek South - Neighborhood CUP Champs 2010
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Inspirational Family. More than $135,000 was raised during our events. We also donated
$1000 each worth of gifts to six families in need from Seneca Valley School District during
the holidays. During this year, we also established 2 scholarships for high school seniors:
one scholarship for volunteerism and the other in honor of Megan O’Shea Durst for work
with children with disabilities.
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SOUTHRIDGE
NEIGHBORHOOD WINNER’S BRACKET 2011
CP4 SAT 8 AM N1
OAKVIEW
CP1 SAT 1:30 PM N7
CREEKWOOD
WINCHESTER LAKES
F IEL D#
CP1 SAT 7:15 PM
N25
CP1: CP2 SAT 1:30 PM N8
TIMBERLINE
CP5 SAT 8 AM N2
CRANBERRY HEIGHTS
GPI SUN 10:30 AM N33
KIMBERWICKE
CP5 SAT 1:30 PM N9
HUNTER’S CREEK SOUTH
LO CATIO N
CRANBERRY PARK FIELD 1 (HR = DOUBLE)
CP2: CRANBERRY PARK FIELD 2 (HR = DOUBLE)
CP4:
CRANBERRY PARK FIELD 4
CP5:
CRANBERRY PARK FIELD 5 (HR = DOUBLE)
GPH: GRAHAM PARK FIELD H (HR = DOUBLE)
GPI:
GRAHAM PARK FIELD I
GPJ:
GRAHAM PARK FIELD J
GPL:
GRAHAM PARK FIELD L (HR = DOUBLE)
CP1 SAT 11 AM N3
CROSSINGS
CP2 SAT 7:15 PM N26
PINEHURST
CP4 SAT 1:30 PM N10
GPI SUN 2:30 PM N39
HUNTER’S CREEK NORTH
ST. LEONARD’S WOODS
IF NECESSARY
GPI SUN 5:00 PM
N43
TOURNAMENT CHAMPS
GPI SUN 5:00 PM
N42
W-N41
CP5 SAT 12:15 PM N11
SPONSORED BY:
BRIAR CREEK
WINCHESTER FARMS 1
CP4 SAT 7:15 PM N27
CP4 SAT 12:15 PM N12
WINCHESTER FARMS 2
CP2 SAT 11 AM N4
PRESERVES
GPJ SUN 10:30 AM N34
GLENBROOK
CP1 SAT 12:15 PM N13
HAZELWOOD
CP4 SAT 1 AM N5
CRYSTAL SPRINGS
CP5 SAT 7:15 PM N28
CRANBERRY ESTATES
CP5 SAT 11 AM N6
AVERY’S FIELDS
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CP2 SAT 12:15 PM N14
MANOR CREEK
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