New! VRD Home Run Derby on July 2

HOME RUN DERBY!

(Vail, Colo.) - The Vail Recreation District is excited to host the first-ever Home Run Derby! Sign up at www.vailrec.com/register for this fun event, taking place on July 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Homestake Peak School baseball field in EagleVail.

The VRD Home Run Derby will showcase not only the sheer strength and technique

of the players but also the camaraderie and friendly competition that defines the spirit

of the game.

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

This single-elimination tournament will include both a Women's and a Men's league with 16 players maximum in each. Every batter will get three minutes to hit as many home runs as possible. Please take a look at the rules for details. The winning male and female will each receive a custom t-shirt from Trick Threads and a cash prize.

Cost to participate is $10 for a VRD league player and $20 for a non-VRD league player. Spots are limited; register online at www.vailrec.com/register.

Thank you to Trick Threads for sponsoring the first annual Home Run Derby! For more information, please call 970-479-2280 or email sports@vailrec.com. We can't wait to see you on the field!

About the Vail Recreation District

The Vail Recreation District's mission is to offer diverse and exceptional recreation opportunities that enhance the physical, social and emotional well-being of all its residents and guests. The VRD aims to help Vail Valley residents and visitors pursue their recreational passions by providing activities in summer and winter including: running, whitewater and mountain bike races; numerous tournaments and/or leagues for hockey, volleyball, lacrosse, softball, golf, tennis, soccer, flag football and pickleball; venues like Dobson Ice Arena, Vail Golf Club, Vail Nordic Center, Vail Gymnastics Center, Vail Skatepark, Bill Wright Tennis Center, Golden Peak Pickleball Center, Community Programming and Imagination Station; use of additional gyms, playing fields and the surrounding White River National Forest via collaboration with local entities; and a variety of youth camps and programs.

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