We’re excited to announce that the 4th Annual Winchester Wiffle Ball Tournament will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Nutile Field. First pitch is at 10:00 AM, and the day will be packed with fun for all ages:

• Competitive and community Wiffle Ball games
• Home run derby & pitching competitions
• Carnival games and family activities
• Local food trucks and more! 

 Team registration and event details are now live: Register here

 Why this event matters

Thanks to your support over the past three years, the Wiffle Ball Tournament has grown into more than just a community tradition—it has fueled real scientific breakthroughs. Together, we’ve helped the PSMC5 Foundation fund critical research for children with rare genetic conditions.

Because of your generosity:

• Researchers identified that the P312R alteration in the PSMC5 gene disrupts how brain cells “clean up” damaged proteins.
• This discovery was strong enough that P312R is now officially recognized as disease-causing (“pathogenic”).
• That recognition means children diagnosed with this variant now immediately receive medical support and research attention—something that didn’t exist just a few years ago.

And we’re not stopping here. The next phase of research is focused on seeking potential treatment options, including new approaches in gene therapy.

Simply put: your support has already changed lives, and it continues to push us closer to real solutions for children and families around the world.

What’s next

Mark your calendars, get your teams ready, and spread the word! This event is about more than Wiffle Ball—it’s about community, fun, and hope.

Can’t attend but still want to help? Please consider making a donation here: Donate Now. Every dollar helps move this research forward.

We can’t wait to see you on the field October 18th.