Player Spotlights
Where do you live or work? I live in Durham and work at Elmo’s Diner.
How long have you been a Miracle League player? 12 years
What team are you currently playing on? Durham Bats (formerly known as the Knights)
What do you like to do when you are not playing baseball? I like to play Pokémon Go, play Video Games and walking around the neighborhood. Seeing my regular customers at Elmo’s is cool too.
What is your favorite part of a Miracle League game? Why?I like hitting and getting on base and then ignoring my coaches to steal third.
Where do you live or go to school? I attend Washington Magnet Elementary.
How long have you been a Miracle League player? 2 years
What team do you currently play on? Cary Grasshoppers
What do you like to do when you are not playing baseball? I have fun playing video games (Minecraft!) and anything related to cars (car books, car shows, etc.)
What is your favorite part of a Miracle League game? Why? I like hitting & catching the balls and my coaches because it’s all a lot of fun!
Volunteer Spotlights
Where do you live? Apex
How long have you been volunteering with the Miracle League? Hmmm….not sure 4–5 years?
What team are you currently coaching? Cary Dodgers
What do you like to do when you are not at the ball field? I enjoy going to Canes games, smoking meats, and hanging out with friends and family.
What is your favorite part of a Miracle League game? Why? I really love attempting and sometimes succeeding at making an impact on the players. I have enjoyed this in all the leagues I have coached. To me the #1 goal of coaching is always the same whether in Miracle league or Cary Little league or anywhere else. Meet the players where they are and help them improve and enjoy the game. I am rewarded each week with all the smiles I get to see. But, my favorite part of coaching Miracle League is seeing the returning players and the personal growth they show each and every year.
Where do you live? Knightdale, NC
How long have you been volunteering with the Miracle League? I think 2 1/2, maybe 3 years.
What team do you currently coach? I coach for the Blue Jays.
What do you like to do when you are not at the ball field? I love to spend time with my Simmy, run, read, journal, crafts and listen to music.
What is your favorite part of a Miracle League game? Why? My favorite part of a Miracle League game is meeting new families, players and loving families and players already there. Seeing the growth and joy of the players is amazing. A highlight for my family was the opportunity for Simmy to represent the Triangle during the All-Star Weekend in West Palm Beach, FL. The most amazing thing was when Simmy hit the ball over the fence! I didn’t realize I could jump so high running out of the dugout. He’s my joy and my everything.
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