Date/Time
Date(s) - 10/19/2026
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
LAS VEGAS, February 1, 2026 — The East Palo Alto / Las Vegas T-Ball and Pitching Machine League is proud to announce its 20th Annual Golf Classic, taking place on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Shoreline Golf Links, 2940 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View, CA The tournament will begin with a 8:00 p.m. shotgun start and promises a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and purpose.
This signature fundraising event supports the mission of the EPA / LV T-Ball and Pitching Machine League, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that has served youth from East Palo Alto, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada for more than two decades. Founded by the dedicated and visionary Coach Gene Tate 33 years ago, the league has become a beacon of opportunity for underserved children to participate in an affordable, supportive athletic program that emphasizes academics and community pride as much as the sport itself.
Unlike many youth sports leagues, the EPA / LV T-Ball Pitching Machine League focuses not only on the fundamentals of baseball, but also on personal development, critical thinking, and education. The program offers a minimally competitive environment that encourages sportsmanship and teamwork while promoting the importance of academic success and social responsibility.
“Our goal is to cultivate critical thinking, social awareness, and athletic excellence to develop strong, well-rounded student-athletes,” states Coach Gene Tate. “
The annual golf tournament is one of our key fundraisers, and we invite everyone to join us for a day of fun, fellowship, and friendly competition in support of a meaningful cause.”
For 10 years, the League has attended the Piper Davis Baseball Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama. This event is more than just a competition, this trip offers youth athletes the chance to learn from retired baseball professionals about how education and sports have shaped their lives. Participants will also tour a local college campus, introducing them to the possibilities of higher education and inspiring future academic goals.
This year’s fundraiser tournament is especially exciting as the funds raised will help send several players and a coach to a baseball combine in January 2026 in Hawaii, where they will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of college coaches and professional scouts.
