"the People's Paths!" Cherokee News Path - CNH Annual Volleyball Tournament Set

TAHLEQUAH, OK - The Volleyball Tournament at the 56th Annual Cherokee National Holiday is a great place to serve up some friendly competition. The tournament will be held on Saturday, August 30, at 8:15 a.m., west of the Cherokee Nation Complex.

“The volleyball tournament is a lot of fun and a great way to get a family together for a great time,” said Crystal Washington, event coordinator. “I encourage you to get a team together and come out and enjoy the holiday weekend with us.”

The tournament is limited to the first 16 teams who enter. The entry fee is $70 dollars and the deadline to enter is Friday, August 29, at 5 p.m. Each team must present an official roster before the first game is played.

Prizes will be awarded for first through fourth place and awards will be presented to the two most valuable players.

The Cherokee National Holiday has been held since 1953 in tribute to the signing of the 1839 Cherokee Constitution. It has grown into one of the largest events in Oklahoma, attracting more than 90,000 visitors from across the world.

Each year a theme is chosen for the Cherokee National Holiday that celebrates Cherokee Nation’s rich heritage and culture. The 2008 theme is "di ni yo tli u na li s de lv do di, Planting the Seed Corn for our Children's Future."

“In this theme, we honor all the Cherokee parents and grandparents whose everyday actions are dedicated to establishing strong, self-sufficient children and communities. Cherokee community members have great respect for these individuals who care and plan for the Cherokee Nation’s leaders of tomorrow,” said Smith.

For more information about the tournament or for an entry form, contact Crystal Washington, phone: 918-453-5531.