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Pierce, AT&T Broadband Host Charity Softball Tourney
BOSTON (August 25, 2001) -- Boston Celtics co-captain Paul Pierce traded in his high-tops for a pair of cleats today as he teamed up with well-known celebrities, top athletes and top Massachusetts personalities for the 2001 Paul Pierce AT&T Broadband Celebrity Softball Challenge at Lederman Field on the Charles River Esplanade. Proceeds from the fundraising event will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Boston, the Massachusetts Sports Partnership, and the City of Boston Scholarship Fund.
 Stefane Yelle from the Colorado Avalanche; Aisha Tyler from E! Entertainment Talk Soup; Shjon Podein from the Colorado Avalanche; American Pie 2 star Tara Reid, Paul Pierce, Matt Damon's father Kent and fellow Bostonian Matt Damon are joined by children from the Boys & Girls Club of Boston |
The day's festivities were highlighted by a "win and stay" tournament of games and a Celebrity Home Run Contest. Each sponsored team consisted of 15 players and a celebrity captain. After a celebratory barbecue sponsored by Outback Steakhouse, Paul hosted the stars at The Rack for more fun and games including an auction of sports and Hollywood memorabilia.
"Earlier this month, I made a long-term commitment to the Boston Celtics. That's when I decided to make a similar commitment to the Boston community and began planning this event," said Pierce. "I want to make our city a better place to live by contributing to education, after-school activities and sports programs for youth,."
Mayor Thomas M. Menino congratulated Pierce for taking such an interest in our city's youth.
 Celtics co-captain Antoine Walker takes a few swings before his turn at the plate. |
"We all know Paul Pierce is an all-star on the basketball court," said Mayor Menino. "But he is also an all-star in the community, where he is working to help children in Boston go on to higher education by supporting the City of Boston Scholarship Fund. Thanks to Paul and the other tournament participants, more young people will have the opportunity to attend college and turn their own dreams of success into reality."
Proceeds from today's event will benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston (BGCB), the Massachusetts Sports Partnership (MSP) and the City of Boston Scholarship Fund. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston help boys and girls, generally from disadvantaged circumstances, develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. They offer a variety of program activities and support services designed to assist in the educational, emotional, physical and social development.
The Massachusetts Sports Partnership (MSP) is a not-for-profit organization, which serves as the sports commission for the Commonwealth. MSP has a statewide mission to enrich the region and enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Massachusetts through the development and growth of sport.
The City of Boston Scholarship Fund was established by Mayor Thomas M. Menino to provide assistance to Boston residents who plan to pursue a two- or four-year undergraduate program within Massachusetts. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, community services, educational and career goals, and character demonstrated through leadership, work experience and recommendation.
AT&T Broadband, the title sponsor of the Paul Pierce Celebrity Softball Challenge, is a business unit of AT&T, the nation's largest broadband services company, providing television entertainment services to more than 14 million customers across the nation. The company also provides advanced services, such as digital cable, high-speed cable Internet services and competitive local phone service. More information on AT&T Broadband services can be found at www.attbroadband.com. AT&T (NYSE:T) is the world's leader in telecommunications services and technology.
The Paul Pierce Celebrity Softball Challenge was also sponsored by State Street Global Advisors, Dunkin Donuts, New England Medical Center, Samuel Adams, The Boston Celtics, The Boston Herald, The Rack, Outback Steakhouse, Nike and Kiss 108 FM.
