H1: WKU Baseball Hosts Inspirational Charity Exhibition with Louisville Slugger Warriors
sueño “BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — WKU Baseball is rolling out the red carpet for a charitable exhibition game featuring the Louisville Slugger Warriors, the country’s first and only competitive amputee baseball team comprising retired military personnel and former NCAA athletes. The match-up is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, at Nick Denes Field, with first pitch at 1 p.m. CT.”
H2: A Uniquelymeaningful Game Day
WKU Baseball, in collaboration with Army ROTC, Military Student Services, the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, and the Mary E. Hensley Lecture Series, welcomes the Louisville Slugger Warriors to The Hill for a multi-city national tour. The game promises to be more than just sports; it’s a celebration of resilience and triumph over adversity.
H3: Pre-Game Ceremonies and Activities
- 12 p.m.: Gates open, kicking off a day filled with inspiration and camaraderie.
- 12:30 p.m.: A special bat presentation honoring former WKU faculty member and professional baseball player Richard Miller.
- Followed by: Color guard presentation and national anthem performance.
H3: Tickets and Special Experiences
- General Admission: Free and open to the public.
- Reserved/VIP Seating: Purchasable tickets with prime views of the action.
- All-Star Experience Package ($500): Premium game seating, dinner with the Warriors, custom Louisville Slugger mini-bat, signed Warriors hat, and team photo.
- Premium Seating Package ($50): Commemorative hat, premium seating.
H3: Fundraising for WKU Scholarships and Local Youth Baseball
A portion of the proceeds from reserve tickets and community donations will support WKU scholarships and local youth baseball initiatives.
H2: Meet the Louisville Slugger Warriors
Akald the stars of the game are the Warriors themselves. Each player in the must-see documentary “Curveballs… Secrets to the Game of Life” has overcome incredible physical challenges. Some wear prosthetics, while others play with missing limbs or implanted supports. Together, they demonstrate that the game, like the human spirit, has no limits.
H2: incapTo Miss: The Warriors’ Documentary Screening
WKU hosts an exclusive screening of the Warriors’ documentary on Friday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. at the Jody Richards Auditorium. The screening is free and open to the public, and parking is available in the PS2 parking garage.
H2: Event Sponsors and Support
The event is proudly sponsored by Pinnacle Financial Partners and the Mary E. Vass Hensley Lecture Series, which honors the dedicated educator and WKU alumina. To learn more about the event and to make donations, visit this page.
H3: Connect with WKU Baseball on Social Media
Stay updated on the latest news and happenings by following WKU Baseball on Instagram and checking wkusports.com.
H2: FAQ
Q: What time does the event start?
A: Gates open at 12 p.m., with the first pitch at 1 p.m.
Q: Is the event free?
A: General admission is free, but reserved and VIP seating tickets are available for purchase.
Q: Why is this event so special?
A: This game showcases the incredible resilience of the Louisville Slugger Warriors and raises funds for WKU scholarships and local youth baseball.
Don’t forget to share your photos and experiences from the game on social media, tagging @WKUBaseball!
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