Both Nassau and Suffolk lacrosse players gathered in Massapequa this week for the 10th annual Shootout For Soldiers event.
The event was a two day, 12 hours each day, event that aimed at raising money for veterans. Before the games there was a Vietnam Veterans Ceremony and many in attendance pointed to their families veterans for the reason for being at the event.
Day one was a beautiful sunny day and the sun drenched field was a perfect place for the youth events and the opening ceremony. The next day the rain didn't keep away the players as boys and girls of all ages participated in the lacrosse fun. That is what the event is all about. Their website clearly states the mission.The purpose of "the event is fun. It’s not a tournament or about recruiting. The event is all about supporting those who serve our country."
The day culminated with the annual FDNY “Bravest” and the NYPD “Finest” facing off in their traditional matchup. In total there has been more than five million dollars raised, more than 7,500 people have attended and 2,500+ players have taken part in the activities.Team Smithtown led the way with donations this week with almost $6,000 contributed of the more than $150,000 in total this weekend.