The annual Escalon Police Department Cornhole Tournament is set for Friday, July 12 with the competition starting at 6:30 p.m., part of the city’s annual Park Fete celebration.
You can pre-register online now at cityofescalon.org or register the day of the tourney. Online pre-registration will be accepted through noon on Thursday, July 11 at a cost of $30 per team; day of registration runs from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 12 with a cost of $40 per team.
Proceeds benefit the Escalon Police Reserves and Explorers units and there is a limit of 42 teams.
This year marks the fifth annual Cornhole Tournament and the event typically fills up; register early to guarantee a spot in the competition.
Registration is also on now for the Escalon Park Fete 2-mile and 10k runs, set for Saturday, July 13.
The 10k starts at 7:15 a.m.; the 2-mile starts at 7:30 a.m. and there will be post-run refreshments for all participants. Awards and a raffle will be held following each race as well.
Race day packet pick up begins at 6:30 a.m. and race day registration also opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes 30 minutes before each race.
Shadowchase Running Club is again hosting the event; log on to their website for more information or to complete an online registration form. This race is part of the Shadowchase 4 Race series.
The courses follow urban and rural paved roads and both runs are out and back, flat and fast.
Cost is $35 for the 2-mile, $40 for the 10k; price is $25 for kids under 19 in either race. The online registration is available at Runsignup.com or call for more information, 209-324-2089.
The Escalon Lions Club is once again presenting the annual Park Fete Horseshoe Tournament on Saturday, July 13 at 12 p.m. at Main Street Park, 1771 Main St., in Escalon. Registration on the 13th begins at 11 a.m. at the horseshoe pit area. The tourney will have a double elimination format and is open to all comers.
Entry fee is $30 per team with cash prizes awarded to the top four placing teams. Those who wish to pre-register or have any questions can contact Greg at (209) 513-5707 or Nate at (209) 701-9880.
