Live simple, play hard….. Ranse Jones
That is the philosophy that 34-year-old beach volleyball player Ranse Jones lived his life by and is the message inscribed on the championship trophy that bears his name. As many of you already know, long time beach volleyball player Ranse Jones suffered a brain aneurism and passed away after a long fight. I ask you not to think of his death but instead of the immense power of friendship and family elicited from one inspiring man.
The beach volleyball community got together at Deerfield Beach November 6th and 7th to put on the inaugural Ranse Jones Beach Volleyball Classic. The two-day charity event drew more than 1,000 spectators and players. Players from across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico came back as a sign of respect and love for a special player. The top women's player in the world, Misty May-Treanor, played on Saturday and was accompanied by her husband, Matt Treanor, the former Florida Marlin and current Texas Rangers' catcher. Along with Misty volleyball star Nick Lucena a top men’s player competed with tournament co-director Gino Ferraro.
The weekend tournament was a tremendous success, and the gathering of friends, family and the beach volleyball community was something that Jones would have been thrilled with. The tournament raised over $30,000 with all proceeds going to his medical needs. “Over the years, Ranse has left his sandy footprints on our hearts and for that, we are forever changed and so blessed.” Barbare Jones
Special Thanks: Dig The Beach Tour ( Chris Colgan) Florida Beach Volleyball Tour ( Gino Farraro) East End Tour ( Rich Heiles) Waboba, SpikeKey Beach, Fire Dog, Foot Volley, Mr. Farris and many more..
If you would like to donate to the Ranse Jones Foundation please visit: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/ransejones
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