Shreveport Northwest Louisiana Sickle Cell Association

05/28/2026

It’s that time again — time for the 48th Annual Softball Tournament! The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc., Northwest Louisiana Chapter invites you to join us as we “hit a home run” in the fight against sickle cell disease.

The tournament will take place Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Cargill Park. The Senior Men’s and Women’s Divisions will begin on Friday. Senior Division categories include 40-and-over and 50-and-over players.

Get ready for an exciting weekend filled with fun, fellowship, and America’s favorite pastime! Be sure to mark your calendars because we are expecting a spectacular event. The first pitch for the regular divisions will be thrown promptly at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

Now is the time to register your softball team for the “GRANDDADDY OF THEM ALL!” We look forward to seeing you there for a weekend of great competition, community spirit, and support for a worthy cause.

Visit our website https://www.sicklecellnwla.org/ for more information

Rosalind Spain, SCDAA-NWLA Executive Director, 318-636-5300
Roy Burrell, Tournament Chairman
Herman Vital, Tournament Director

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

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05/11/2026

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Happy Mother’s Day from the Sickle Cell Foundation of Ga.

Shout out to all the Sickle Cell Moms.

04/01/2026

🌸 **Thank You, Mrs. Karen Edwards and TOTO’S HOLIDAY!** 🌸

Your generous Easter Basket donations brought big smiles and even bigger joy to our Sickle Cell Warrior Bunnies. Ten lucky little ones, ages 8–10, each received a basket filled with goodies and love.

We appreciate you for making this Easter extra special.
**Happy Easter!** 🐰💛

02/08/2026

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Dr. Angella Ferguson passed away at the age of 100 on January 6, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy that reshaped pediatric medicine and improved countless lives.

A pioneering pediatrician, Dr. Ferguson transformed the early diagnosis and care of sickle cell disease. She helped create a blood test that remains widely used and influenced treatment guidelines adopted across the medical community.

As one of the few Black women physicians of her time, she worked in spaces where she was often overlooked. Despite barriers, she remained focused on ensuring children received early diagnosis, proper treatment, and compassion.

Her journey began during the Great Depression, when she worked in her school cafeteria to help support her family. Those early hardships shaped her determination and belief that knowledge should serve humanity.

Dr. Ferguson’s contributions continue to impact patients and families worldwide. Her life stands as a reminder that perseverance, empathy, and science can change the course of history.

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02/03/2026

The Shreveport Northwest Louisiana Sickle Cell Association extends heartfelt appreciation to DR. EVERETTE GLENN WILSON II and his parents, Mr. E. Glenn and Shirley Wilson, for their generous donation of bicycles for our Sickle Cell Warriors. Your kindness and love brought tremendous joy to both the children and their parents. We are truly grateful.

02/03/2026

01/20/2026

Thanks to the Krewe of Harambee for their generous donation to Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc, Northwest Louisiana Chapter