Frisco, TX. The Dr. Pepper Baseball Park was the location for the annual event, with the proceeds benefiting the Heroes Foundation and The Mike Modano Foundation.
The summer’s heat didn’t sway the many fans, athletes and celebrities from coming out and being supportive to the day’s activities. Mike Hamlin (FS) for the Dallas Cowboys made his debut at this year’s event, participating on the Blue Sox team, managed this year by Donnie Nelson (Pres. of the Dallas Mavericks). Embracing the challenge of being on a foreign sports field as well as playing against opponents such as Mark Cuban, Jason Kidd, Warren Sapp and Bradie James on the White Sox team, he held his own. No one knew what to expect from Hamlin, would he put up numbers and leave records as he did at Clemson? The answers to those questions were about to unfold in front of the stadium spectators. At his first time up to bat, he resembles one of baseballs great with a directional point to the outfield and connects for a base hit. Not a bad start for someone used to deflecting and intercepting passes on the grid iron field. Mike was still able to served as valuable component for his team. Ending his game play stats for the day, he touched home base twice and made sure they didn't do to much damage to his "left field". The White Sox went on to win this year game and Mike awaits the opportunity to play in another Reebok Heroes event.
The day ended with success for the benefiting organizations, a great time out for the fans and families as well as humanitarian gratification from the organizers and participants.
The Heroes Foundation is a non-profit endeavor which provides opportunities for Dallas inner-city youth. Young people can realize self-confidence as they participate in team baseball and basketball, as well as educational and cultural curriculum's. The fundamentals of baseball and basketball are taught in clinics, instructional leagues, one-on-one training and tournaments. Children and adults with physical and mental health challenges receive training in sports, and participate in competitions.
http://www.herosbaseball.org/
The Mike Modano Foundation seeks to make a difference in the Dallas Community. Funds are given to agencies who provide education and resources so that families can be healed and the cycle of abuse can be broken.
http://www.mikemodanofoundation.com/
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