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There is a NEW winner in the Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser: Blake Johnson (Belleville, IL) and Henry Mendoza (Wood River, IL).
Mexican Johnson (as Johnson and Mendoza partnered under that team name) defeated the team of Josh and John Brownfield (Trenton, IL), going the distance in the best-of-three finale.
For their efforts, Johnson and Mendoza earned $200 as the top prize (money donated by Jim's Formal Wear of Trenton, IL). The Brownfields took home $100 (compliments of Lisa Sauer State Farm of Highland, IL).
The overall winner, though, was cancer research. I am most thankful for all the teams that came out to participate, as $1,800 was raised for cancer research.
The fundraiser was held in memory of three specific people who passed away too early in life due to cancer: Helen Andersen (Lebanon, IL), Ashley Furlong (Detroit, MI), and Mike Buss (Highland, IL). It is hoped that no more names need to be added to this commemoration list, as we need to find cures for this awful disease.
It's why this corn hole tournament is held: to help cancer research via Pedal the Cause. It is Pedal the Cause's mission "to provide critical funding for cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital through its annual cycling challenge." As it states on its website (www.pedalthecause.org): "It is our hope that research funded by Pedal the Cause will ultimately lead to a cure for cancer."
Defending champions Sylvia Jenzewski (Lebanon, IL) and Lori Mustain (Belleville, IL) did not reach the finals Saturday. What She Said (as was the team name for Jenzewski and Mustain) were dethroned but placed 6th. For their efforts, the two women were awarded a $50 gift certificate compliments of Trenton Processing (Trenton, IL).
Rounding out the teams and their finish:
Third – The Baggers, consisting of Michael Feldt and Jonathon Wheat. The two were awarded 2 free oil changes, compliments of Auffenberg Dealer Group (Shiloh, IL)
Fourth – Pete’s Bar and Grill, consisting of Philip Reinhardt and Tim Green. They also were awarded 2 free oil changes from Auffenberg Dealer Group of Shiloh, IL.
Fifth – Black Mombas, consisting of Brian Francoeur and Tyler Kuberstelf. They went home with 2 free oil changes from Auffenberg Dealer Group of Shiloh, IL.
Sixth – What She Said (Sylvia Jenzewski and Lori Mustain)
Seventh – Grapp Brothers, consisting of Chad and Jake Grapperhaus. The two walked away with two $25 gift certificates from Walmart of Belleville, IL.
Eighth – Bill Gus, consisting of Jared Gustavison and Billy Ernst. The two were awarded two $25 Amazon gift certificates, compliments of Nick Raetz State Farm of Trenton, IL.
Ninth – Bucks, consisting of the father and son team of Matt and Abraham Wilhelm. The two were awarded two $25 gift certificates compliments of & West of Trenton, IL.
Tenth – Kruse-ing for a Bruisin’, which was the husband and wife team of Tiffaney and Kyle Kruse. They were awarded two $25 gift certificates compliments of Dairy King of Trenton, IL.
Eleventh – Team Celsius, consisting of Jacob and Hannah Wilhelm. They went home with two a men’s and women’s Pedal the Cause ragian jersey, compliments of Pedal the Cause.
Twelfth – Shockers, consisting of Nolan and Patrick Flowers. The two earned a $25 gift certificate compliments of Hank’s Bowl of Trenton, IL, in addition to a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Thirteenth – Jim and Kreg, which consisted of Kreg Carran and Jim Thompson. This team won a $25 gift certificate compliments of IGA of Trenton, IL, in addition to a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Fourteenth – Old Men, consisting of the dynamic duo of Paul Wilhelm and Jim Pehle. The “old men” shared the winnings of a donation from St. Louis City Soccer Team.
Fifteenth – Flying Bags, consisting of Arlene Baer and Tom Wilhelm. The two won a Adam Wainwright bobble (London series), compliments of St. Louis Cardinals, and a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Sixteenth – Dirt Bags, consisting of Corey Hester and Cobb Boyd. The two each received a water bottle compliments of Pedal the Cause.
Other teams which competed included:
Patriots – Robert and Jane Wilhelm
Kela Cornhole – Lindsey Hughes and Jordan Donahue
#4 Bailey – Mary Beth Anheuser and Jill Ott
#4 Bailey (#2) – Kurt Anheuser and David Ott
Xtreme Fore – Kermit Edison and Angie Vanhorn
That’s a Winner – Carla Huelsman and Keri Mungan
Cob Blockers – Charity Winkler and Daulton Colligan
Bag Hagglers -- Tim and Megan Wilhelm
Miraculous – Margie Arnold and her grandchild, Anika (but the two dropped out due to stage fright).
Still, Margie and Anika Arnold and her granddaughter won the door prize: a Battle Bags game (compliments of Walmart of Highland, IL), plus one meal of choice, compliments of the Trenton House in Trenton, IL.
Taking home $120 for winning the 50-50 drawing was Terry Kahrhoff.
Also, a tip of the hat to all who contributed to the cause but may not have participated – or donated far more than the registration fee. I cannot thank all who did this, but it is very much appreciated.
Thank you once again for a successful fundraiser for cancer research. We hope to see all in 2024 as the committee of Trentonfest asked us back again.
Last, but certainly not least, I cannot help but thank Brian of Jersey County Cornhole for providing the equipment and professional help.
PICTURED: Henry Mendoza (left) and Blake Johnson (right), winners of the 2023 Pitch For Cancer Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser. Their team name was "Mexican Johnson."
Hello to all who plan to participate in the Pitch for Cancer Research Cornhole Tournament FUNdraiser, to take place 1-5 p.m. at Trenton Community Park in Trenton, IL, on August 19, 2023!!
IMPORTANT NOTE: After you sign up for this FUNdraiser on this site, please send the following 3 pieces of information to my email address, [email protected]:
1. Your full name; 2. Your email address and phone number (for contacting purposes); and 3) If have a teammate, identify your teammate's name (NOTE: Each member in a two-member team must register, $40 for two).
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To register, please select one of the "Giving Levels" indicated on this site.
Giving Level 1: Entrance Fee Per Person. Cost: $20
Giving Level 2: Giving $5 More Than The $20 Entrance Fee. Cost: $25
Giving Level 3: Paid Entrance for Two. Cost: $40.
Giving Level 5: Going Out Of Your Way To Help Fund Cancer Research. Cost: $50.
Giving Level 6: You Are Giving To A Good Cause. Cost: $100.
The goal in this FUNdraiser is to raise $2,500 for cancer research through participating in Pedal the Cause. Because of your kindness, I have raised over $11,000 lifetime towards much-needed cancer research, as, you will agree, we MUST find a cure for this god-awful disease in our lifetime.
Reminder: This money is NOT for me. Nope. It is ALL for cancer research, so that we can stop cancer in its tracks, hopefully during our lifetime....So there are no more tragic surprises like the death of
* HELEN ANDERSEN, the sister of the Wilhelm family of Lebanon, IL, who passed away on June 19, 2020 -- only 63 years old -- after a battle with lung cancer. The very active woman, wife, and mother of two daughters never smoked in her life but still managed to die of lung cancer. Go figure....Or, the sad passing of:
* ASHLEY FURLONG, who did not make it to her senior year in high school, all because cancer took its deadly toll on such a young life. She was a very close friend of my two daughters, so her loss hits home.
* MIKEL BUSS, who succumbed to cancer this year on Feb. 16 at his home in Highland, surrounded by his family. He was 67. He was born March 3, 1955 in Breese, a son of the late Leo and Mary Ellen, nee Alberternst, Buss.
I will be riding 30 miles for all three cancer victims at Pedal the Cause in St. Louis on Sunday, September 25. While I may struggle to ride 30 miles, I will do it in honor of these three who died from cancer.
Thank you all.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you desire to help in raising money for cancer research but opt out of participating in the August 19 Pitch for Cancer Research Cornhole Tournament FUNdraiser, you can still contribute two different ways:
1) Click on the "Donate Now" button atop of this site, or
2) Click on my Pedal the Cause link below:
https://www.mypedalthecause.org/donation.jsp?MemberID=78955
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There is a NEW winner in the Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser: Blake Johnson (Belleville, IL) and Henry Mendoza (Wood River, IL).
Mexican Johnson (as Johnson and Mendoza partnered under that team name) defeated the team of Josh and John Brownfield (Trenton, IL), going the distance in the best-of-three finale.
For their efforts, Johnson and Mendoza earned $200 as the top prize (money donated by Jim's Formal Wear of Trenton, IL). The Brownfields took home $100 (compliments of Lisa Sauer State Farm of Highland, IL).
The overall winner, though, was cancer research. I am most thankful for all the teams that came out to participate, as $1,800 was raised for cancer research.
The fundraiser was held in memory of three specific people who passed away too early in life due to cancer: Helen Andersen (Lebanon, IL), Ashley Furlong (Detroit, MI), and Mike Buss (Highland, IL). It is hoped that no more names need to be added to this commemoration list, as we need to find cures for this awful disease.
It's why this corn hole tournament is held: to help cancer research via Pedal the Cause. It is Pedal the Cause's mission "to provide critical funding for cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital through its annual cycling challenge." As it states on its website (www.pedalthecause.org): "It is our hope that research funded by Pedal the Cause will ultimately lead to a cure for cancer."
Defending champions Sylvia Jenzewski (Lebanon, IL) and Lori Mustain (Belleville, IL) did not reach the finals Saturday. What She Said (as was the team name for Jenzewski and Mustain) were dethroned but placed 6th. For their efforts, the two women were awarded a $50 gift certificate compliments of Trenton Processing (Trenton, IL).
Rounding out the teams and their finish:
Third – The Baggers, consisting of Michael Feldt and Jonathon Wheat. The two were awarded 2 free oil changes, compliments of Auffenberg Dealer Group (Shiloh, IL)
Fourth – Pete’s Bar and Grill, consisting of Philip Reinhardt and Tim Green. They also were awarded 2 free oil changes from Auffenberg Dealer Group of Shiloh, IL.
Fifth – Black Mombas, consisting of Brian Francoeur and Tyler Kuberstelf. They went home with 2 free oil changes from Auffenberg Dealer Group of Shiloh, IL.
Sixth – What She Said (Sylvia Jenzewski and Lori Mustain)
Seventh – Grapp Brothers, consisting of Chad and Jake Grapperhaus. The two walked away with two $25 gift certificates from Walmart of Belleville, IL.
Eighth – Bill Gus, consisting of Jared Gustavison and Billy Ernst. The two were awarded two $25 Amazon gift certificates, compliments of Nick Raetz State Farm of Trenton, IL.
Ninth – Bucks, consisting of the father and son team of Matt and Abraham Wilhelm. The two were awarded two $25 gift certificates compliments of & West of Trenton, IL.
Tenth – Kruse-ing for a Bruisin’, which was the husband and wife team of Tiffaney and Kyle Kruse. They were awarded two $25 gift certificates compliments of Dairy King of Trenton, IL.
Eleventh – Team Celsius, consisting of Jacob and Hannah Wilhelm. They went home with two a men’s and women’s Pedal the Cause ragian jersey, compliments of Pedal the Cause.
Twelfth – Shockers, consisting of Nolan and Patrick Flowers. The two earned a $25 gift certificate compliments of Hank’s Bowl of Trenton, IL, in addition to a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Thirteenth – Jim and Kreg, which consisted of Kreg Carran and Jim Thompson. This team won a $25 gift certificate compliments of IGA of Trenton, IL, in addition to a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Fourteenth – Old Men, consisting of the dynamic duo of Paul Wilhelm and Jim Pehle. The “old men” shared the winnings of a donation from St. Louis City Soccer Team.
Fifteenth – Flying Bags, consisting of Arlene Baer and Tom Wilhelm. The two won a Adam Wainwright bobble (London series), compliments of St. Louis Cardinals, and a Pedal the Cause water bottle.
Sixteenth – Dirt Bags, consisting of Corey Hester and Cobb Boyd. The two each received a water bottle compliments of Pedal the Cause.
Other teams which competed included:
Patriots – Robert and Jane Wilhelm
Kela Cornhole – Lindsey Hughes and Jordan Donahue
#4 Bailey – Mary Beth Anheuser and Jill Ott
#4 Bailey (#2) – Kurt Anheuser and David Ott
Xtreme Fore – Kermit Edison and Angie Vanhorn
That’s a Winner – Carla Huelsman and Keri Mungan
Cob Blockers – Charity Winkler and Daulton Colligan
Bag Hagglers -- Tim and Megan Wilhelm
Miraculous – Margie Arnold and her grandchild, Anika (but the two dropped out due to stage fright).
Still, Margie and Anika Arnold and her granddaughter won the door prize: a Battle Bags game (compliments of Walmart of Highland, IL), plus one meal of choice, compliments of the Trenton House in Trenton, IL.
Taking home $120 for winning the 50-50 drawing was Terry Kahrhoff.
Also, a tip of the hat to all who contributed to the cause but may not have participated – or donated far more than the registration fee. I cannot thank all who did this, but it is very much appreciated.
Thank you once again for a successful fundraiser for cancer research. We hope to see all in 2024 as the committee of Trentonfest asked us back again.
Last, but certainly not least, I cannot help but thank Brian of Jersey County Cornhole for providing the equipment and professional help.
PICTURED: Henry Mendoza (left) and Blake Johnson (right), winners of the 2023 Pitch For Cancer Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser. Their team name was "Mexican Johnson."
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An attendance prize will be up for grabs at the Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser, to be held August 19 at Trenton, IL, Community Park.
Walmart of Highland, IL, has graciously donated the game Battle Bags, noted as "exciting spin on cornhole." The set includes one all-weather Battle Bags target, eight bean bags in two team colors, and a set of rules.
Therefore, if you are to participate in Saturday's tournament, make sure to sign up for this door prize. You could win it!
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i AM NOW HAPPY TO REPORT THAT THE SECOND-PLACE FINISHERS IN THE CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER WILL BE AWARDED $100, ALL COMPLIMENTS OF LISA SAUER STATE FARM OF HIGHLAND, IL
So even if you do not take home the $200 first-place prize (compliments of Jim's Formal Wear of Trenton, IL), there is always the second-place prize of $100 (compliments of Lisa Sauer State Farm of Highland, IL)
Stop by later, as I will disclose what the third through 12th place finishers will get.
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GOOD NEWS!! GOOD NEWS!!
JIM'S FORMAL WEAR OF TRENTON, IL, HAS DONATED $200 TO BE USED AS THE AWARD FOR WINNING FIRST PLACE IN THE PITCH FOR CANCER RESEARCH CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER, TO BE HELD AUGUST 19, PART OF THE COMMUNITY'S TRENTONFEST!!.
I cannot thank Jim's Formal Wear enough for this donation. And, I am certain the team that wins the fundraiser wil be even more happy!
So, maybe now there is more of an incentive to participate in the August 19 corn hole tournament? In addition to the $200 for the first-place winners, gift certificates from Trenton businesses and elsewhere are up for grabs to those who place in the Top 10 (and possibly more!)
So please register to play now, as ALL MONEY RAISED WILL GO STRAIGHT TO CANCER RESEARCH. After all, we must find a cure for this terrible disease in our lifetime.
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Last year, the 2022 Pitch for Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser drew 27 teams and raised $1,300 for cancer research.
This year, it is my hope that we have at least that many teams, if not MORE, and certainly raise more! The goal is $2,500! The fundraiser is to be held soon -- August 19 -- at Trenton Community Park, part of the town's Trentonfest. Entry fee is $20 per person.
Just for the record, here were last year's entrants and the name they gave to their team:
Doubles -- Sylvia Jenzewski and Lori Mustain
Brownfields -- Josh Brownfield and John Brownfield
Flip Flops -- Pete Melone and Hayden Melone2
Swaggy Bags -- Kermit Edison and Jay McQuillan
The Peacocks -- Paul Wilhelm and Kurt Anheiser
LanMark -- Mark Wilhelm and Lanie Wilhelm
Hammerheads -- Robert Wilhelm and Jeff Hammer
Tipsy Dogs -- Nick Kuhl and Caroline Kenow
The Speed -- Jodi Mote and Reina Goulet
Blondies -- Teah Goulet and Megan Mote
Celsius -- Hannah Wilhelm and Jacob Wilhelm
The Neighbors -- Glenn Patterson and Larry Howard
No Idea -- Angela Vanhorn and Charles Skaer
The Warriors -- Matt Wilhelm and Abraham Wilhelm
Cruising For A Bruising -- Kyle Kruse and Tiffany Kruse
Fire-breathing Chickens -- Ed Wilhelm and Owen Wilhelm
HarpVey -- Brian Harpstrite and Tim Redvey
Double Didgets -- Ericka Wilhelm and Isaac Wilhelm
BD -- Bailey Trame and Dylan Apken
Comebag Kids -- Amber Calvert and Jason Moorehead
Undisputed -- Ron Wiblemo and Billy Krue
Ice -- Joel Paasch and Payton Balanag
Get It In -- Alicia Balanag and Terry Balanag
Duck Butter -- Brian Barel and Kevin Goebel
Kaiter Bugs -- Eric Wiblemo and Kaitlyn Wiblemo (with fill-in Lana Wiblemo)
Hiss and Run -- Jill Halupa and Vladimir Halupa
Briarwood -- Terry Foppe and Ann Foppe
I am happy to report that some teams have registered online, but I wish more would. Remember, you can do so by going to:
fundly.com/pitch-for-cancer-research-corn-hole-tournament-fundraiser
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Okay. Another contributor -- St. Louis City -- has graciously donated a few items to be awarded at the Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser, to be held August 19 in Trenton, IL, as part of the community's Trentonfest.
Items St. Louis City soccer club donated include:
* an official St. Louis City cap
* a St. Louis City T-shirt (size: large)
* a St. Louis City emblem sticker
and
* an honorary Inaugural Home Match hanging banner
Feelers have been sent out to various other spots, including the St. Louis Cardinals. We shall see if others provide donations, too.
So if you want to get in on the winnings, please register now for the corn hole tournament fundraiser, where ALL money raised goes straight to cancer research. The goal is to donated $2,500 in hopes cancer research can provide a cure for this evil and uncaring disease.
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Okay. Another contributor -- St. Louis City -- has graciously donated a few items to be awarded at the Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser, to be held August 19 in Trenton, IL, as part of the community's Trentonfest.
Items St. Louis City soccer club donated include:
* an official St. Louis City cap
* a St. Louis City T-shirt (size: large)
* a St. Louis City emblem sticker
and
* an honorary Inaugural Home Match hanging banner
Feelers have been sent out to various other spots, including the St. Louis Cardinals. We shall see if others provide donations, too.
So if you want to get in on the winnings, please register now for the corn hole tournament fundraiser, where ALL money raised goes straight to cancer research. The goal is to donated $2,500 in hopes cancer research can provide a cure for this evil and uncaring disease.
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If you participate in the August 19 Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament Fundraiser in Trenton, IL, the chances of winning a prize continues to grow.
Thus far Trenton businesses have been kind in donating gift certificates to the fundraiser, which will be distributed to those who place in the fundraiser. At this time, it is uncertain how many places will be awarded, but the top four finishing teams are sure to win.
To date, here is what are possible to win:
* $50 gift certificate from Trenton Processing in Trenton
* $25 gift certificate from Hank's Bowl in Trenton
* Two $25 gift certificates from 7 West in Trenton
* Two $25 Walmart gift certificates, compliments of Belleville Walmart
* $25 gift certificate from IGA in Trenton
* Two $25 gift certificates from Dairy King in Trenton
* Two $25 Amazon gift certificates, compliments of Dick Raetz State Farm in Trenton
* Certificate for one menu of choice at Trenton House in Trenton
* $60 gift certificate from Mexico on Main in Trenton
There is still hope that a business or kind soul will donate $200, which will be awarded to the first-place finishers. If you are that person or business, please contact me ([email protected]).
Of course, if you said you plan to participate, I ask that you please register now online. It helps determine how many teams will be present ahead of time. (It also calms down the organizer!)
Remember: There will be beer, soda, and food to purchase, as this fundraiser is held in conjunction with the community's Trentonfest. Stick around afterward to watch the 5 p.m. parade! There will also be a 50-50 drawing.
Here is where you need to sign up:
fundly.com/pitch-for-cancer-research-corn-hole-tournament-fundraiser
Thank you. I hope you find it in your heart to participate or donate to the cause. All money raised will go to cancer research, as we need to find a cure to this deadly disease.
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I am continuously trying to upgrade the prizes so that most, if not all participants, receive a prize for entering the August 19 fundraiser.
To date, this is what has been collected (with more to nab):
* $60 gift certificate from Mexico on Main in Trenton, IL
* $25 gift certificate from Hank's Bowl in Trentn, IL
* Two $25 Amazon gift certificates, compliments of Nick Raetz State Farm in Trenton, IL
* Two $25 gift certificates from & West in Trenton, IL
* Two $25 gift certificates from Walmart, compliments from O'Fallon, IL Walmart
* Two $25 gift certificates from Dairy King in Trenton, IL
* $50 gift certificate from Trenton Processing in Trenton, IL
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OFFERED ONLY FOR TODAY (Friday, June 16), THE FIRST SEVEN PLAYERS WHO REGISTER ONLINE TO PLAY IN THIS FUNDRAISER CAN ENTER FOR $15, AS OPPOSED TO THE REGULAR $20. SUCH OFFER IS FOR TODAY (June 16) ONLY
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Want to win a $25 gift certificate to Dairy King? How about a $50 gift card to Trenton Processing Plant? You could win by participating in the third annual Pitch For Cancer Research Corn Hole Tournament FUNdraiser! These and other prizes, being gathered from Trenton merchants and other communities, are to be awarded to the first two-team finishers, but with more donations, more will go home with a prize.
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