SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The 48th Annual Sickle Cell Softball Tournament is coming to Shreveport July 11 and 12, with pre-tournament festivities kicking off July 10. The tournament is held by the Northwest Louisiana Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, the City of Shreveport, and the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission at Visit Shreveport-Bossier. Hundreds of participants are expected to compete, bringing their families and friends with them.