On Feb. 14, students from the Bayport-Blue Point High School team sports elective participated in the school’s first bracket-style pickleball tournament to raise awareness and support for the Dezy Strong Foundation. The entire school was invited to attend and cheer on the students and staff as they faced off in this exciting event.
The Dezy Strong Foundation was founded by Matthew “Dezy” DiStefano, who was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer in February 2019 and sadly passed away in January 2020. The foundation is dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by cancer.
In the days leading up to the tournament, students showed their support by purchasing Dezy Strong gear and wearing it on Feb. 13. The tournament, held on Feb. 14, marked the culmination of their efforts to raise awareness for this important cause.
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1-2: Bayport-Blue Point High School team sports elective students went head-to-head with teachers in a thrilling pickleball tournament, raising awareness for the Dezy Strong Foundation.
3: The local 7-Eleven generously donated gift bags to the participants of the pickleball tournament and provided coffee and treats to the Bayport-Blue Point High School staff.
Photos courtesy of Bayport-Blue Point School District.
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