FAYETTEVILLE W.Va. (WVDN) – Fayetteville’s “Sweets of the East” Rafting Team Seeks Community Support for World Championship Dream
A local whitewater rafting team, the “Sweets of the East,” based in Fayetteville, has achieved a remarkable feat by qualifying to represent the U.S. at the 2025 World Rafting Championships. The prestigious international competition is set to take place in Bariloche, Argentina, this November.
Comprised of talented women, the “Sweets of the East” are now faced with the significant financial challenge of making their international dream a reality. To cover essential travel, gear, and competition expenses, the team has launched a GoFundMe campaign with a goal of raising $10,000.
So far, the campaign has garnered $245, highlighting the need for widespread community support to help these dedicated athletes compete on the world stage.
Any members of the community and rafting enthusiasts can to contribute to their GoFundMe campaign at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/sweets-of-the-east-world-rafting-championship
This is an incredible opportunity for a local team to showcase their skills and represent the United States in a major international sporting event. Your support can help send the “Sweets of the East” to Argentina and bring their championship aspirations to life.
