Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic Brings Together Celebrities and Professional Athletes for a Good Cause
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Participants in the Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic, including Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and former Major League Baseball star CC Sabathia, gather along the third-base line at Daikin Park on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Houston.
Stars Gather for a Good Cause
The event, held at the Houston Astros’ newly renamed downtown ballpark, was co-sponsored by the Houston Housing Authority and the Astros Foundation. Proceeds from the event go toward the Waymon Webster Scholarship Fund, which provides seniors at historically Black colleges and universities with tuition money.
A Night of Fun and Philanthropy
The Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic is an annual event hosted by Houston-area rapper Travis Scott, which provides educational and creative resources to Houston-area youth. This was the third time the event has been held, and it brought together a range of celebrities and professional athletes, including Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, former Texans star Andre Johnson, Houston-area rapper Slim Thug, and fellow entertainers Metro Boomin, Ozuna, and Amber Rose.
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Former Major League Baseball player Prince Fielder, wearing black jersey, runs the bases at Daikin Park as rapper Travis Scott smiles during the Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Houston.
What the Participants Had to Say
"I love that we can annually get together, you know, every year for Black History month and do something on this level,” Slim Thug said.
Conclusion
The Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic is an event that brings together celebrities and professional athletes to support a good cause. This year’s event was a huge success, with proceeds going toward the Waymon Webster Scholarship Fund. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for this event and the impact it will have on the community.
FAQs
Q: What is the Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic?
A: The Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic is an annual event hosted by Houston-area rapper Travis Scott, which provides educational and creative resources to Houston-area youth.
Q: Who participated in this year’s event?
A: The event included Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, former Texans star Andre Johnson, Houston-area rapper Slim Thug, and fellow entertainers Metro Boomin, Ozuna, and Amber Rose.
Q: What is the Waymon Webster Scholarship Fund?
A: The Waymon Webster Scholarship Fund provides seniors at historically Black colleges and universities with tuition money.
