Local tavern team's reunion recalled exciting games, many memorable summer days on the diamond
Those who attended the recent Goofy's softball team reunion included: (Back row, L-R) Barry Kato, Mondo Garza, John Hanke, John Olp and Jim Perez. (Front): Tom Whitfield, John Gamon and Greg Dempsey.
For some 20 years between about 1970 and 1990, a tradition built both fond memories and relationships that last to this day.
It centered around a tavern, but really had little to do with quaffing the suds they served up from behind the bar.
Goofy's Tavern in Cheney joined many other establishments in the area by sponsoring a softball team that played modified fast pitch.
Even though their once dark and long hair has faded into grey, and their shaggy facial hair gone - or at least a more respectable length and look - the players recently got together to remember the past with a reunion.
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