# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Anita Mendoza as she explores the Kansas tradition of Mexican American fast pitch softball! In its heyday in the 1970s, teams from across the state – Topeka, Newton, Emporia, Chanute, wichita, and others – would come together for tournaments. Held in local parks, families gathered to root for their team, share food and memories, and reconnect with friends. Participants will view a short documentary, "Mexican Americans Hit Home Runs in Kansas," and watch a live demonstration of techniques and styles of pitching from local fastpitch softball pitchers. Wiffle balls will be provided for anyone who wnats to try out the skill, speed, and rhythm needed for the game.

Anita Mendoza is curator of the Harvey County Historical Museum, and founder of the North End Wichita Historical Society.

This event is part of "Kansas Folklife: Celebrating Kansas Traditions," a series of folklife presentations developed by Humanities Kansas recognizing the nation's milestone 250th anniversary. "Kansas Folklife" is part of "By the People: Beyond 250," a national initiative of the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newton/mexican-american-fast-pitch-root-root-root-for-the-home-team/200029991040046
- **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 101

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Newton
- **state**: KS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Newton Public Library
- **lat**: 38.050904494112
- **long**: -97.341490387917
- **full address**: Newton Public Library, 223 E. 7th Street,Newton,KS,United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team! being held?
  - **A:** Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team! takes place on Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Newton Public Library, 223 E. 7th Street,Newton,KS,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team!?
  - **A:** Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team! is organized by Newton Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mexican American Fast Pitch: Root, Root, Root for the Home Team! is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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