ALS Association
Opening Day Festivites

THE 6TH ANNUAL CYTRX STRIKE OUT LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE
ALL-STAR DAY
OPENING DAY July 10, 2010

An Invitation to Our Tournament Players and Families

BEFORE YOUR GAMES BEGIN - EXPERIENCE THE FUN! On Saturday July 10th, your team and entire family are invited to be a part of you 6th Annual CytRx Strike Out Lou Gehrig's Disease All-Star Tournament Opening Day activities at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Considered to be one of the most beautiful college baseball stadiums in the country, Pepperdine University and Eddy D. Field Stadium serve as the backdrop for a memorable day of fun, great weather, and baseball which the entire family will enjoy.


 


 

12 pm - 5 pm / Pepperdine Grounds
The Strike Out Lou Gehrig's Disease
FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL

Autographs throughout the day with Baseball Legends and Celebrities; Vendor Booths; Rock Climbing Wall; Dog Adoptions; Dunk-An-Ump; Speed Pitch Booth; Entertainment; Food; Baseball Memorabilia; Tillman the Skateboarding Dog.

Plenty of Free Parking on the Pepperdine Campus!

 


 

1 pm - 3 pm / Eddy D. Field Stadium
The Strike Out Lou Gehrig's Disease
Legends Baseball Clinic for Tournament Players

CLINIC GUEST INSTRUCTORS
(more instructors to be added)

Steve Garvey:   Batting Instructor
A Dodger Legend, National League MVP, Gold Glove winner, and part of the most enduring infield in baseball history, Steve Garvey has etched his place in MLB history. Garvey is one of only two players to have started an All-Star Game as a write-in vote, doing so in 1974. That year he won the NL MVP award, and had the first of six 200-hit seasons. He also has set a National League record with 1207 consecutive games played.

Maury Wills:   Bunting
A baseball and Dodger legend, Wills accomplishments include breaking Ty Cobb's stolen base record; leading the National League in stolen bases for 6 straight seasons; National League MVP; Shortstop of the Year; Golden Glove Winner; and manager of the Seattle Mariners.

Tom House:   Pitching Instructor
After 12 years pitching in the majors, House began coaching and quickly gained prominence as one of the most sought-after baseball coaches in the world. He coached pitchers for the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, and was Nolan Ryan's and Randy Johnson's pitching coach. Author of "Fit to Pitch" and "The Pitching Edge", House is currently the USC pitching coach.

 


 

3:30 - 5:00 / Eddy D. Field Stadium
The Strike Out Lou Gehrig's Disease
Home Run Derby

Root on your teammate as he aims for the fences to capture the
2010 Lou Gehrig Home Run Crown.


Winners will be introduced on the field during the Celebrity Softball Game.
Each member of winner's team will receive a free tournament tee-shirt.
Please see participant rules in your team packets

 


 

6:00 P.M. / Eddy D. Field Stadium
IT'S SHOW TIME!
The Steve Garvey Celebrity Softball Classic

Join Pete Rose, Steve Garvey, Maury Wills, Tommy LaSorda and more at Eddy D. Field Stadium as Baseball Legends and Hollywood Celebrities play an entertaining game of softball to help Strike Out Lou Gehrig's Disease. Lots of fun and fan interaction!

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs to enjoy the game FREE in our Outfield Pavilion area reserved exclusively for Tournament Teams and their families.

If you prefer sitting in the stands, special Tournament Team Pricing has been arranged with Eddies Tickets. Contact Eddies Tickets at 800-995-4518. Your Tournament Team Code for the discount is 1618. Don't miss the action and the fun!

 


 

2009 Celebrity Game Photos


Bret Boone Covers the Bag

NFL Hall of Famer Marcus Allen

MLB Fred Lynn Homers

 

Special Thanks to Natural Balance Pet Foods and
PETCO for sponsoring our Opening Day