Carpenter Cup High School Baseball, Softball Tournaments Canceled

The Carpenter Cup baseball and softball all-star tournaments have been cancelled due to the outbreak of coronavirus, organizers announced on Monday.

The tournaments, which take place every summer, pit the best baseball and softball players from South Jersey and Delaware against each other in a multiple-day tournament.

It takes place in South Philadelphia and is run by the Philadelphia Phillies. It was slated to begin June 15 before Monday’s announcement.

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“In support of the recommendations by the State of Pennsylvania and public health officials, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Baseball and Softball Carpenter Cup,” organizers said in an announcement on Twitter. “This was done with the health and safety of our players, coaches, umpires, game day staff and fans in mind. We look forward to resuming play in 2021, stronger than ever. Until then, we send our thoughts and prayers to everyone impacted by COVID-19.”

Gov. Phil Murphy previously announced that the spring sports season had been cancelled when he announced that schools would remain closed for the rest of the academic year. Read more here: New Jersey Schools Closed For Rest Of Academic Year: Gov. Murphy

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