Back in the day (five years ago), we started a little winter festival in Delaware Park called Flurrious! Since the festival was held in a park setting, there were some athletic games that were more conducive to incorporate than others. One of the most popular games at Flurrious! was kickball, which was organized by Game On Sports. A couple of years ago, the festival petered out, partially due to other winter activities springing up at Canalside and Larkinville. Hopefully, some day, Flurrious! will make a reappearance at one or more Olmsted Parks.
In the meantime, Game On Sports is keeping part of the spirit of Flurrious! alive, by organizing a winter kickball tournament in Delaware Park. The tournament is scheduled to commence on January 30, near the Parkside Lodge (where the festival was held in the past). Who knows. If the tournament grows from year to year, it just might be the spark that ignites other festival components to be brought back to life.
If you are interested in fielding an 18+ co-ed team, simply check out Game On Sports for tournament details and registration information. Partial proceeds to benefit the Olmsted Parks Conservancy.
Photo: Flurrious! The Good Neighborhood