Submitted by Downtown Bellingham Partnership
The Throwback Thursday Urban Kickball League concludes its spring league on June 13 with a round-robin style tournament from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Maritime Heritage Park. The league includes four teams comprised of industry professionals, specifically brewers, builders, bicyclists, and brains (design and technology professionals).
The tournament will include a beer garden with beer from local breweries. All proceeds go towards funding future leagues. “This has been an urban experiment for the Downtown Bellingham Partnership,” said Nick Hartrich, Executive Director of the Downtown Bellingham Partnership who are the main sponsors and organizers of the league. “One of our major goals is to bring more family driven actives to Maritime Heritage Park, and we’re seeing that transition taking place. Beyond that, Throwback Thursdays are working through support of City of Bellingham Parks and Recreation and the local businesses who’ve stepped up to play.”
Mayor Kelli Linville will be on hand to throw the first pitch of the tournament. Along with a beer garden, spectators can expect to see food trucks, sports commentators, music from PhDJ, and a trophy ceremony with accolades for the players for “Longest Kick,” “League MVP,” “Closest to the Pin,” and more.
For more information, visit the Downtown Bellingham Partnership’s website as well as the league’s Facebook event page.
