HAMMOND – In conjunction with the Southeastern Louisiana softball team's April 27 home game versus Stephen F. Austin at 6 p.m. at North Oak Park, the Southeastern Sport Management Association will put on the inaugural Shut Out Cancer game dedicated to the fight against cancer.
 
The event begins at 5 p.m. at North Oak Park with a silent auction and free event t-shirts and jambalaya while available. The silent auction will feature autographed memorabilia from several major sports stars, including New Orleans Saints Pro Bowl quarterback Drew Brees, Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn, 13-time MLB All-Star Ken Griffey, Jr., NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt, Jr., as well as United States Olympian softball pitchers Jennie Finch and Cat Osterman.
 
Other items up for auction include several pieces of luxury jewelry. Gift baskets from several local businesses will also be up for bid. All proceeds from the silent auction benefit the American Cancer Society.
 
Cancer survivors will receive free admission, free t-shirt and pregame on-field recognition. Those wishing to participate in the recognition or find out more information on the event can call (985) 549-3227 or contact Katie Matthews at Katelyn.Matthews@selu.edu.