When dressed appropriately and mentally prepared, even the most finicky of adults are usually game to get a little muddy, especially when it is for a great cause.
The 12th annual Bump, Set, Splat, Mud Volleyball Tournament will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, August 26, at the Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key Street, Maumee.
Hosted by the Toledo Sport and Social Club, the event is now open for registration.
“Come out and get dirty for the birdies and other local wildlife with Nature’s Nursery being the new beneficiary of the tournament,” said Allison Aey, Nature’s Nursery executive director.
The tournament started 11 years ago and has grown to include more than 90 teams playing over the course of a day on a dozen courts. The tournament team slots sell out each year.
Klumm Brothers donates their time to excavate each court approximately 12 inches deep to be filled with water for the best volleyball splats in town.
“We love putting on this event each year and seeing it grow. The mud component makes everyone move slower and really levels the playing field for all skill levels to jump in and have fun,” said Jesse Spier, owner of Toledo Sport and Social Club.
Ms. Aey invites area residents to attend the tournament and support Nature’s Nursery Center For Wildlife Rescue And Rehabilitation.
“We are really excited to be part of this event and have some new elements in the works to add some excitement to the tournament,” she said, adding, “It’s a fun day to get outside in nature and support local wildlife rescue.”
Teams can register online at toledosportandsocialclub. com/events. The cost is $425 per team of up to 10 people.
