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Posted by The Cary Concierge in Cary NC, Events, EXERCISE, Family Activities, Free Events, Play, Sports, Volunteer Activities
Yes folks, it’s that time of year again when players dust off their bats and come out to the Bond Park Community Center for a fun-filled weekend of table tennis! The Butterfly Cary Cup Championship is an internationally-recognized event held annually in March in Cary, North Carolina. The event is sanctioned by the USATT, and players compete for a grand prize – $16,000+ in cash and other goodies. The tournament lasts Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and the winner is announced at the end. Spectators are invited to come and watch, it is definitely worth it! The event is run by Mike Babuin and family, and being that they are friends of mine, I have had the honor to work as a volunteer a few years in the past. The atmosphere is fast-paced, but very fun. I highly recommend checking it out for at least one day! Admission for spectators is free, you can find more information by following thislink.
A comprehensive schedule for this weekend’s Butterfly Cary Cup Championship can be found by following the previous link.
But that’s not all the good news!! Because of its recognition and of the hard work from Mike Babuin, the Olympic Table Tennis Trials have found a home this year in Cary as well! It is officially recognized as the North America 2012 Olympic Games Qualifying Tournament. This event will take place again at the Bond Park Community Center in Cary April 20th, 21st, and 22nd. Weekend tickets for the North American Trials cost $30 and a link to purchase can be found here. A ticket for one day costs $10, and one session ticket costs $7. Volunteer applications are also being accepted at the previous link. We here in Cary are so excited, if you drive through Downtown Cary on any day, you will see banners hanging proudly from every telephone pole!
The schedule for the weekend events is as follows:
Thursday, April 19 – Practice Day
Friday, April 20 – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Session #1
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Session #2
Saturday, April 21 – 10:00am – 2:00pm – Session #3
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Session #4
Sunday, April 22 – 10:00 am – 2:30 pm – Session #5
The Embassy Suites Resort and Hotel in Cary (Off of I-40 East at Exit 287) will act as official accomodations for the weekend event. The hotel is offering $89 per night with free parking, breakfast, and airport transportation. This is a steal, so if you are interested, book now!
Bond Park Community Center is located at 150 Metro Park Drive, Cary, North Carolina, 27513.
For more information regarding the Olympic Trials, contact info@cary2012.com or call (919) 678-1651.
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