The 50th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Tournament is set for May 4-6 and sponsored by the Challenger Little League Baseball Group.
This year all purse money for first through fourth placed has been raised. Also, instead of giving out only one $300 cash prize, the CLLB will also draw for another $500 cash prize to commemorate the tournament’s 50th year in existence.
“As always the CLLB group is committed to promoting the best fishing tournament possible by doing everything in its power to ensure everyone has a fair chance to win,” said Sid Witt II of the Challenger League. “As we work hard to the continued growth of this tournament ideas always are moving and we will strive to bring the best fishing tournament to Smith Mountain Lake. It is our hope that our efforts will attract more participation and also promote more family involvement.”
The Challenger Little League Baseball program (CLLB) is a 501©(3) non-profit division of Little League Baseball that provides boys and girls 4 years of age and older, with mental and/or physical disabilities, the opportunity to enjoy the great game of baseball just like any other child. This organization, now in its 27th year, gives children with mental and/or physical challenges the opportunity to experience the rewards of being part of an athletic team, while motivating and increasing emotional development, high self-esteem, confidence and pride.
All money raised goes directly to the athletes and benefits the children of this league. Unlike other divisions of Little League Baseball, CLLB provides the registration fees, charter fees, complete uniforms, all equipment, individual and team pictures, trophies, awards, and many other benefits. The local CLLB District 12 includes Roanoke City, Salem City, and the counties of Roanoke, Botetourt, Franklin (Rocky Mount), Montgomery, Alleghany (Clifton Forge and Covington), Highland, Bath, Craig, Giles, Floyd, Henry, and Rockbridge.
To learn more about this group and the fishing tournament, visit the Challenger website at www.challenger-baseball.org.
