The Squires softball team of the Greater Bangor area, the state champs in Class D, are trying to raise more funds for a trip to the national tourney after a flight schedule change at Bangor International Airport.

The team must now leave Wednesday, Sept. 18, and come back Monday, Sept. 23, as the airline it had booked no longer has flights scheduled out of BIA on Thursday and Sundays. That means a longer, more expensive stay in Auburndale, Fla., explained the team’s coach, Anthony Cyr of Bangor.

The team will be competing in a double-elimination national tourney. Team members include Jason Cyr, John Mackin, Ralph Helms, Bruce Bouchard, Billy Lyons, Alan Thibodeau, Joey Beaulieu, John Farren, Tim Light, Dave Cullen, Kirk Swenson, Pat Corson, and Daryl Dawson.

The team had already raised money but now needs to raise another $1,200, Cyr said. Those seeking more information or willing to donate may contact Cyr at 942-7840.