Domestic abuse saw a major defeat Saturday as community and elected leaders from throughout the county gathered for a game of softball in support of Rancho Bernardo-based Operation for HOPE Foundation (OFH).

The city of Poway played the city of San Diego's City Attorney's office in the fundraiser, which attracted about 150 attendees and more than 10 sponsors, including Jimmy's Brick Pit BBQ and Patch.com.

OFH offers numerous programs for those affected by domestic abuse. Funds from Saturday's game will provide interest-free loans through the nonprofit's HOPE Fund.

 "The community support is heartfelt," said OFH founder and President Kimberly Weisz. "Seeing the collaboration is what it's all about."

The game, emceed by Padres all-star pitcher Randy Jones, was played on a private softball field owned by Weisz in North Poway. The city of Poway, coached to victory by David Justice, won on its home turf.

Members of the city of Poway team included Mayor Don Higginson and councilmen John Mullin and Jim Cunningham.

"I was tickled to help Kimberly and her willingness to take the issue under her belt," he said. "It was a no-brainer to help a tremendous cause in our own backyard."   

The city of San Diego team, which was coached by Norm Sherry, was led by City Attorney Jan Goldsmith and attracted District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis.

Goldsmith, a former mayor of Poway, said he was "honored" to be a part of the event. He said the idea originated in an elevator with Kimberly's husband Jonathan.

"Kimberly and Jonathan are equal stars," he said. "Their dedication is unbelievable."

Though players saw a healthy competition, Goldsmith noted everyone was part of the same team.

"People who are victims of domestic violence need our support," he said. "We are all a part of this team of fighting domestic violence."

Attendees heard from Hope Fund scholarship recipient Rebecca, whose last name was not shared for safety reasons. Rebecca told guests that, though she wasn't abused physically, she was in a "volatile" home and lacked a "steady work life."

She said the scholarship she received from OFH "made a very big difference in my life and the life of my child. I'm so thankful for Kimberly and Jonathan."

According to the American Bar Association, approximately 1.3 million women and 835,000 men are physically assaulted by a partner each year in the U.S. And the California Department of Social Services reports that domestic violence is the cause of 30 percent of physical disabilities in women.