The Jake Hodge Wiffle Ball Tournament, held over the weekend, successfully raised nearly $56,000 to fund scholarships for local students.
Seventeen teams participated in this year’s tournament, which was held at Little Yankee Stadium and the Little Field of Dreams on the South Jefferson Street property of Ken and Katie Parker in Princeton.
Jake Hodge Foundation President Denis Hodge shared with WPKY’s News Edge the winners of the 2024 American League and National League Wiffle Ball Tournament and the team that raised the most money, contributing over $23,000.
Hodge remarked that it was a fantastic weekend for the tournament, which has funded north of $190,000 in scholarships over the past decade.
click to download audioTournament organizer Ken Parker announced that they raised nearly $56,000.
Parker expressed his satisfaction with the tournament turnout and the community’s strong support for the annual event.
click to download audioHodge also conveyed his gratitude for the community’s support and is looking forward to the 2025 Jake Hodge Wiffle Ball Tournament.
click to download audioThe Jake Hodge Wiffle Ball Tournament is held in memory of 12-year old Jake Hodge, the son of Denis and Shannon Hodge from Marion, who tragically passed away in his sleep, with an autopsy revealing no medical issues to explain his death.
(Photo Gallery Contribution: Heather Riley)
