By Jackson King & Matthew Witteman – Staff Reporters

The Jonathan Law Key Club hosted its fourth annual Kickball Tournament on May 3 on the Law softball field.

Six kickball teams competed in the tournament, with JDubs Elite ultimately coming out on top after a strong run through the bracket. The entry fee for the tournament was $5 per person, helping raise money for a charitable cause.

“I love doing the Kickball Tournament every year because it’s a perfect way to get the community together whole raising money for a great cause,” Key Club President and Kickball Tournament organizer Kayla Markowitz said. “It’s always amazing to see everyone getting involved and supporting Camp Sunshine.”

The money raised goes toward Camp Sunshine, a summer camp located in Maine that offers free support to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.

“My favorite part of the tournament was being able to pitch and stay involved in every game,” Law Spanish teacher and Kickball Tournament pitcher Mr. McPartland said. “It was great seeing all the teams compete and watching the intensity of the championship matchup.”

The championship matchup featured JDubs Elite going head to head with the Rascati Puffs. In a closely contested game, JDubs Elite pulled ahead in the end, earning the win and claiming the tournament title.

“Our strategy for winning was simple as knowing we were going to win and when we saw weakness we had the coaching around to correct it,” junior Anthony Scappatura said.

Regardless of winning or losing, all teams had a great time and felt even better knowing what the money they spent went to.

“Even though I was playing through an injury and couldn’t kick, I still had to show up for my team,” junior Aiden Ramos said. “I gave my blood, sweat and tears playing defense to win.”

The tournament has hopes to continue into next year and will be looking to crown a new champion once again.

“To improve next year’s tournament, we need more speed, better fielding, and a stronger team logo,” freshman Cole Veteri said.