Eddie Grant Kickball Tournament Scores Big

Franklin Fathers, a local dads and caregivers group dedicated to community, wellness, and civic connection, hosted the inaugural Eddie Grant Memorial Kickball Tournament on Sunday, bringing together families, local organizations, and businesses for a day of recreation, remembrance, and community spirit at Beaver Pond.

One of the organizers summarized how things went... "I am elated about how the event went; great turnout, great vibes, and raised some money for some great community organizations!"

The tournament honors Eddie Grant, a Franklin native, Major League Baseball player, and World War I veteran who was killed in action in 1918. Organizers hope the event will help introduce Grant’s legacy to a younger generation of Franklin residents who may not yet know the story behind one of the town's most distinguished historical figures.

At the start of the event, Grant's life story was recounted briefly and local veterans came out to help honor his memory.

“Part of the goal is simply to reconnect Franklin with one of its own,” organizers said. “We want to re-introduce Franklin to one of its most remarkable sons: an athlete, scholar, soldier, and public servant whose legacy still represents the very best of our community."

The family-friendly tournament will feature community teams, food, music, children’s activities, and a 50/50 raffle, with raffle proceeds benefiting community groups.