CONTRIBUTIONS

For the second consecutive year, the 9, 11 and 12-year-old Parker Sky Sox baseball teams decided to donate $1.00 for every run the 3 squads scored during league play to the Double Angel Foundation.

The Double Angel Foundation was formed following the tragic deaths of Dillon and Logan Dixey, two young brothers from Parker who drowned from exposure to carbon monoxide while swimming at the rear of a houseboat on Lake Powell .

Both boys loved baseball, so to memorialize that enthusiasm for the benefit of other children, the foundation is working to build a unique four field baseball complex that will feature artificial turf, an instructional facility and a children's memorial garden. Two of the four fields will be playable this fall.

With over 50 games between the three teams, the club goal was to score 500 runs and raise $500. The boys brought out the big bats and did just that. They reached their goal and presented a check for $500 to the foundation at Double Angel Ballpark.

Ken and Bambi Dixey spoke to the kids while standing at home plate on the varsity field.

“Always remember that you guys helped us build these fields,” Bambi said. “This is a special place and we can't wait to see you and all the other kids playing here.”

Sky Sox coaches said the program is expected to add two more teams next year, which should mean more hits, more runs, and more support for the foundation.

In other news, on August 24, Chipotle Mexican Grill in Parker held a fundraiser for the foundation by donating 50 percent of sales between 5-9 p.m.

Double Angel received $1,350 from Chipotle, and the funds will be used to continue work on Double Angel Ballpark.

“We really had a great time and appreciate everything Chipotle did for us,” said Double Angel President Ken Dixey. “The food was great and the staff was excellent. We'd love to do another event with Chipotle in the future. It's this type of generosity that will help us finish this project.”

  Sam's Club Delivers

   Double Angel employee Jim Mack accepts a $1,000 check from WalMart and Sam’s Club as part of their Good.Works. Program. WalMart and Sam’s Club passed out 29 other checks to various organizations totaling $30,000.

Earth Angels Boutique and the Double Angel Foundation teamed for a charity luncheon and fashion show October 28, 2004 at Inverness Hotel and Golf Club.

More than 80 supporters showed up to witness the high scale event, which featured models wearing extravagant clothing from Los Angeles to New York to Paris. More than $1,200 was raised with all proceeds going to the Double Angel Foundation.  

   Foundation blessed with generosity

Ken and Bambi Dixey, back row center, received a $500 check from the Parker Sky Sox baseball teams. The Double Angel Foundation is honored and privileged to have these generous kids as ambassadors to the foundation.

10-year-old Parker Sky Sox

Josh Adams, Peter Bayer, Dalton Berridge , Spencer Cassaday, Connor Crane, John Green, JT Gulley, Wills Hirshberg, Conner May, & Brooks Trujillo.

Head Coach: Pete Bayer.

Assistant Coaches: John Green, Jeff Gulley and Ed Trujillo.

2004 accomplishments:

USSSA Ice Breaker Champions; Aurora Triple Crown Champions; Arapahoe Youth League (AYL) ‘0'-League Champions, Undefeated 18-0 ! Steamboat Triple Crown World Series Qualified.

11-year-old Parker Sky Sox

Sam Cameron, Evan Escobedo, Christian Gann. Kevin Halpin, Jeff Hamner, Brandon Kimbrel, Ian Lyng, Jordan Maynard, Drew Merten, Jordan Quattromani , Becker Steinemann , Ryan Thompson.

Head Coach: Doug Cameron.

Assistant Coaches: Craig Merten, Scott Gann, Mike Hamner.

2004 accomplishments:

Colorado Springs Triple Crown Champions; Arapahoe Youth League (AYL) ‘0'-League 2 nd Place; Steamboat Triple Crown World Series Qualified.

12-year-old Parker Sky Sox

Jordan Behn, Tim Billingsly, Brian Caggiano, Tucker Cross, Spencer Duran, Keegan Ghidotti, Tyler Jackson, Michael Miller, Mykel Morse, Ryan Toscano, Conner McKinley.

Head Coach: Jay Duran

Assistant Coaches: Rob Behn, Dave Billingsly and Tom Ghidotti.

2004 accomplishments:

Pueblo Super Series Champions; Colorado Springs USSSA Champions; Aurora I and Aurora II Triple Crown Champions; Longmont Triple Crown Champions; Rocky Mountain Invitational (RMI) USSSA Champions; USSSA State Champions; Arapahoe Youth League (AYL) ‘0'-League Champions; USSSA National World Series Qualified; Steamboat Triple Crown World Series Qualified.

     The PARKER SKY SOX compete in the Arapahoe Youth League (AYL) '0'-League Majors division. They proudly represent Parker in many local and National Tournaments (Triple Crown, USSSA, Super Series). The Parker Sky Sox are one of the most successful baseball organizations in the state of Colorado , and are recognized at the National level. All 3 teams will be representing Parker in the 2004 Triple Crown World Series in Steamboat Springs, Co. They are dedicated to teaching and reinforcing the importance of good sportsmanship and fundamental baseball skills in their players, coaches and parents.

    These talented teams could not represent Parker in the many tournaments without the financial support of local businesses. In an effort to give back to the community, the Parker Sky Sox decided to donate $1.00 for every run all 3 teams scored during AYL ‘0'-League play to The Double Angel Foundation. With a total of 54 games between the 3 teams, the club goal was to score 500 runs and raise $500. They reached their goal and presented a check for $500 to the Double Angel Foundation. They hope to raise even more money next year by getting businesses involved to donate money for all runs scored.

    If you would like more information on the Parker Sky Sox please visit their website at www.parkerskysox.com or contact Pete Bayer 303-805-0079

Johnny Carino's assists Double Angel Foundation

                                  A huge crowd gathered for the grand opening of Johnny Carino's                                         

                                    September 15 which benefited the Double Angel Foundation

      Johnny Carino's Country Italian restaurant opened in Parker, CO on Monday, September 15, 2003 and celebrated their grand opening with a benefit for the Double Angel Foundation.

      After the pre-opening benefit dinner, Jude Romero, General Manager, presented the Double Angel Foundation with a check for $3,000. This is the eighth company owned restaurant in the Denver area. Johnny Carino's is committed to being an integral part of its home communities.

     “We are pleased to open our Parker restaurant and we are fortunate to have Double Angel Foundation as our charity partner,” explained Jude Romero. The restaurant celebrated its ground opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 a.m. that morning. After the ribbon cutting, guests were invited to a “grape stomping” ceremony.

      The Parker Johnny Carino's is owned by Fired Up, Inc., one of the fastest growing companies in the restaurant industry. Fired Up, Inc., was founded in 1997 by Creed Ford and Norman Abdallah. Fired Up currently operates and franchises 75 Johnny Carino's Country Italian restaurants.

     “Everything was great about the entire event and we're very proud Johnny Carino's chose us as their charity of choice,” said foundation executive director Ken Major. “We were ecstatic about it and thank Johnny Carino's very much.”

         Thanks!

    Earth Angels Boutique, located at 17906 Cottonwood Square in Parker, held a Women's Charity Clothing Drive October 1 through October 28 to assist the Parker community and individuals in need.

    Over $900 was raised to benefit the Double Angel Foundation, Parker Adventist Hospital Foundation, and the 9-11 fund for United flight attendants.“It was wonderful,” said Earth Angels owner June Kangas. “We had so many people bring in clothes. A lot of people appreciated it. Being able to help really put everything in perspective for me. I'd like to do some things in the future to help the Double Angel Foundation.”

     All remaining merchandise was donated to Gateway Women's Shelter and Dress For Success.

Dress For Success is an organization that provides business attire for women going on job interviews and helps them dress once they have been hired.

     “The Gateway Shelter called and needed clothes so we were able to help them,” Kangas said. “We also provided Dress For Success lots of things they needed. It made me feel good to help.”

     As always, the foundation is sincerely appreciative of any assistance it receives to help with the ballfield project.

    “The support for Double Angel just continues to grow as we move forward,” said executive director Ken Major. “I can't stress enough how much we appreciate everyone's hard work and devotion to our cause. The support has been overwhelming and I'd like to thank Earth Angels Boutique for thinking of us and everone else they helped during this benefit.”

          Divinity Dash a huge success

Nancy Lund (right) presents a check to Bambi Dixey (left)