re: Coach Cal just announced upcoming charity game funds go to Baton Rouge Flood

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Proceeds From Coach Cal's Celeb Softball Classic To Benefit Louisiana Flood Relief

LEXINGTON, Ky (LEX 18) - As Coach John Calipari addressed the media Thursday morning he announced all proceeds from his inaugural Coach Cal Celebrity Softball Classic will benefit the Baton Rouge Relief Fund.

Cal told the media he was touched by former Cat and current New Orleans Pelican Anthony Davis' request to have the event dedicated to the flood victims.

The Calipari Foundation is also partnering with the American Red Cross to raise money for flood relief victims in Louisiana. Text GIVE to 859-955-8173 to donate via your mobile device. 100% of proceeds will benefit flood victims.

The inaugural Coach Cal Celebrity Softball Classic will take place Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. at Whitaker Bank Ballpark in Lexington. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. and a celebrity home run derby will start at 5:30 p.m. Cal joked during his press conference they may pull people from the crowd to participate in the derby.

The game will feature a number of notable Kentucky and national celebrities. Among those confirmed are, Karl-Anthony Towns, Alex Poythress and actors Josh Hopkins and Steve Zahn.

For more information on Coach Cal's Celebrity Softball Classic, including tickets, visit: https://www.coachcal.com/39861/2016/08/calipari-to-host-first-coach-cal-celebrity-softball-classic/