The eighth annual Minden St. Jude Diamond Open will take place June 14–15, bringing youth baseball and softball teams together for a weekend of sports and fundraising in memory of Stanton Haynes.
Held over Father’s Day weekend, the tournament benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and is presented this year by Town & Country Health & Rehab of Minden. Organizers are preparing for one of the largest events to date, now expanded to include a softball division for the first time.
The baseball tournament will be hosted at the Minden Recreation Complex and include the following divisions: 6U, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, and Ozone. Teams can register by contacting Jeff Haynes at (318) 465-1938.
Softball games will be held at Cantrell Fields in Shreveport and will include 6U, 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12 age divisions. Teams may register online at http://shreveportdyb.com.
Organizers say the event continues to grow each year, both in team participation and community support, while honoring Stanton Haynes’ legacy through charitable efforts.