Anaheim, CAIt was a perfect day for baseball, and on Sunday June 14, 2015, 50 athletes with disabilities took to the fields at Pioneer Park in Anaheim for the final day of the OC Miracle League season.
While friends and family members cheered from the stands, more than 60 Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) employees hosted family fun activities, barbequed, and raffled gift baskets on the sidelines. The Anaheim Police Department and Fire Department were also on site for attendees to tour vehicles and interact with their local heroes.
After one hour of playing ball, the days events culminated with a closing ceremony where each athlete received a participation trophy and the OC Miracle League was presented with a check for $3,500 from CU SoCal Helping Hands, CU SoCals employee-inspired charity. The OC Miracle League also received more than $500 from the funds raised from the donated raffle prizes. The athletes who play in the Miracle League were present to help accept the money that will help their dreams of playing baseball come true again next season.
"The OC Miracle League is a dynamic and inspiring organization that helps to build better lives for so many. Its an honor to support them while putting the credit union philosophy of People Helping People into action," stated Dave Gunderson, CU SoCal President/CEO.
"Its a privilege to be able to participate in the 2015 OC Miracle League closing ceremonies and to be among so many others who share a passion for the game," stated Michelle Cummings, CU SoCal Helping Hands Board Member. "While all of the athletes have some type of mental or physical challenge, through the OC Miracle League their challenge is turned into an opportunity to be a part of a team, make new friends, and experience the joy of baseball."
"We are deeply touched by the generous donation and support of CU SoCal," stated Steel Morris, OC Miracle League Chair Person. "It is the support of local sponsors who make this league possible for us each season."
Thanks to donations, all athletes play for free. The athletes will take the field again in September for the fall season.
Anaheim, CAIt was a perfect day for baseball, and on Sunday June 14, 2015, 50 athletes with disabilities took to the fields at Pioneer Park in Anaheim for the final day of the OC Miracle League season.
While friends and family members cheered from the stands, more than 60 Credit Union of Southern California (CU SoCal) employees hosted family fun activities, barbequed, and raffled gift baskets on the sidelines. The Anaheim Police Department and Fire Department were also on site for attendees to tour vehicles and interact with their local heroes.
After one hour of playing ball, the days events culminated with a closing ceremony where each athlete received a participation trophy and the OC Miracle League was presented with a check for $3,500 from CU SoCal Helping Hands, CU SoCals employee-inspired charity. The OC Miracle League also received more than $500 from the funds raised from the donated raffle prizes. The athletes who play in the Miracle League were present to help accept the money that will help their dreams of playing baseball come true again next season.
"The OC Miracle League is a dynamic and inspiring organization that helps to build better lives for so many. Its an honor to support them while putting the credit union philosophy of People Helping People into action," stated Dave Gunderson, CU SoCal President/CEO.
"Its a privilege to be able to participate in the 2015 OC Miracle League closing ceremonies and to be among so many others who share a passion for the game," stated Michelle Cummings, CU SoCal Helping Hands Board Member. "While all of the athletes have some type of mental or physical challenge, through the OC Miracle League their challenge is turned into an opportunity to be a part of a team, make new friends, and experience the joy of baseball."
"We are deeply touched by the generous donation and support of CU SoCal," stated Steel Morris, OC Miracle League Chair Person. "It is the support of local sponsors who make this league possible for us each season."
Thanks to donations, all athletes play for free. The athletes will take the field again in September for the fall season.