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The Robby Atherton Foundation had the idea to do a special project for our community. We wanted to update the basketball courts at Mae Stecker Park in Shelby Township. Robby and his friends spent countless summer days at these courts in high school.

Construction started the first week of May 2012 and in two weeks, one and a half concrete courts with old metal rims, had turned into two, new, full-sized courts. The courts were updated with sport court tiles, new glass backboards, lights for playing at dusk, and a beautiful blue and white color design. The Robby Atherton Courts were dedicated on May 12^th.

Financing for the project was exclusively from personal family donations over the years. We look forward to watching these two beautiful basketball courts bring excitement and entertainment to youth of Shelby Township and Robby’s name living on, tied to his love of his community, sports, and children.

See below for news articles on the courts and pictures of the amazing transformation.

News Articles

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Upcoming Events
- Mon Aug 19, 2013
  6th Annual Golf Outing
  
  6th Annual Golf Outing
  
  Start: August 19, 2013 10:30 am
  
  End: August 19, 2013 09:00 pm
  
  Location: Sycamore Hills Golf Club
  
  Our largest event and primary fund raiser. Last year, the 5th annual Robby Atherton Foundation Golf Outing was attended by 200+ golfers and 400+ dinner guests. The full day event includes complementary morning golf, driving range, 18 hole 4-person scramble, games/ prizes/ raffles, lunch and dinner. During dinner, donations will be given to this year’s Robby Atherton Foundation Recipients. A heartwarming evening that followed a great day on the course. Individual golfers, personal donations, corporate sponsorships and dinner guests are all a vital part of making this day a success. Here is the brochure for more information, sponsorship options and how to register: 6th Annual Golf Outing Brochure
- Sat May 18, 2013
  Softball Tournament / BBQ Tailgate
  
  Softball Tournament / BBQ Tailgate
  
  Start: May 18, 2013 10:00 am
  
  End: May 18, 2013 05:00 pm
  
  Location: Mae Stecker Park
  
  You are invited to the 4th Annual Robby Atherton Memorial Softball Tournament & Tailgate. There will be lots of great softball, company, food (Hot Dogs, Chips, Pop) & fun. Limited number of team openings available, so please register early. Even if you are not playing, come join us for a great day at the ballpark. 2013 Softball Info & Registration
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