Area softball fans are in for a treat in August as the Ardmore Masonic Lodge and Pizza Hut Italian Bistro team up to host a men’s fast-pitch softball tournament. The tournament, which has attracted teams from as far away as Atlanta, will take place at John Barnes Park on August 19 and August 20.

All proceeds from the tourney go to support the scholarship fund of the Ardmore Masonic Lodge, as well as other local charities supported by the lodge. Each year, the Ardmore Masonic Lodge awards a scholarship to a deserving Ardmore High School senior.

According to Troy Reed of the Ardmore Masonic Lodge, the tournament will involve a team from Atlanta, a team from Montgomery, two teams from Nashville, a team from Minor Hill, and three teams from Ardmore.

There will be a $1 admission charge to the tournament and concessions will be available. Proceeds from admission charges and concessions will also go to area charities.

Local residents are encouraged to turn out and support this much-needed charitable event. The Ardmore Masonic Lodge is most often quiet about its many charitable donations, preferring to remain anonymous in their community activities. The softball tournament provides an opportunity for local residents to watch great softball action, while, at the same time, giving support to the charities of the Ardmore Masonic Lodge.

Pizza Hut Italian Bistro has also been active in support of local community projects and the Ardmore Masonic Lodge wishes to express its appreciation to Pizza Hut for its contributions to the tournament.