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The Cary Chapter recently held its 2nd Annual PAL
game and picnic at Bond Park in Cary. This annual event grew out of the
Chapter’s sponsorship of a Senior Babe Ruth team as part of the PAL
program in 2006.
The North Carolina Police Activities League Inc. (PAL) is a charitable
arm of the NCPBA. PAL seeks to build a positive bond between cops and
youth in various age groups. The team that was sponsored for the 2nd
straight year is part of the Triangle Senior Babe Ruth League. This
league provides an opportunity for players between the ages 15 to 18
throughout all of District 2 in Eastern North Carolina to participate in
a challenging league and further develop their advanced skills.
Character, leadership, and sportsmanship are emphasized in the Triangle
Senior League. This year’s team finished with a 9-4 record and placed
second in their division. The team is coached by Bob Slocum and Bill
Kamszik.
Sheri Abraham who is the Cary Chapter PAL Chairperson chose to take the
process a step further after the culmination of the first year of
sponsorship in 2006. She thought it would be beneficial to have a picnic
and softball game that would further solidify the relationships between
the players and Cary Chapter members. The first year was such a success
that the Cary Chapter decided to make the game and picnic an annual
event. On July 29, 2007, the second annual Cary Chapter Picnic and PAL
softball game was held at Bond Park in Cary. Cary Chapter members and
their children played a softball game against the PAL team members and
coaches. After the game, everyone participated in a picnic at the
Buehler Shelter.
Photos of the Game
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