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Amarillo non-profit group hosts 3rd annual fundraiser to promote road safety
Posted: 01.06.2013 at 9:06 PM
Updated: 01.07.2013 at 9:15 AM
Andrea Flores

Andrea Flores is a Multi-Media Journalist for Pronews 7 and ConnectAmarillo.com.

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AMARILLO, TEXAS -- Share the ROAD! Amarillo has announced the dates for their 3rd annual racquetball tournament.

The tournament will be held at the Gold's Gym at 3000 Blackburn, from January 18th through the 20th. They encourage intermediate and advanced racquetball players to enter the competition. All ages are welcome to participate.

Share the ROAD! Amarillo hosts the three-day tournament as a major source of fundraising for the non-profit group. Funds raised will go toward efforts to improve the safety of motorists, motorcyclists, bicyclists, runners, and pedestrians. They promote awareness and education of road safety, as well as driver safety, throughout the area.

The tournament is open to the public. Guests will also be able to participate in silent auction bidding, as well as a raffle.

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