Barnstormers "Buddy Up" with Miracle League

Published on May 31, 2012 under Arena Football League (AFL)
Iowa Barnstormers News Release

Des Moines, Iowa - For the fourth straight season, the Iowa Barnstormers are proud to announce that they have teamed up with the Des Moines Kiwanis Miracle League. On Saturday, June 2 Barnstormers players and coaches will become guest buddies for four lucky Miracle League teams. The event will take place at the Kiwanis Miracle League field, located across from Principal Park on SW 5th Street in Des Moines beginning at 3:00pm.

The Des Moines Kiwanis Miracle League provides children with physical or mental challenges a safe and spirited program in which they can hit, run, and catch on a baseball field. The league is open to players age 5 through 18. The Kiwanis Miracle League at Principal Park is a place where every player plays in the field, and has the opportunity to hit, get on base, score. Best of all, every player wins - every inning. All players are matched with a "buddy" to help with hitting, catching, fielding, or throwing the ball, and to provide encouragement and assistance as needed.

To see how much this program means to both the children and their volunteers click on the link below for a video of last year's Barnstormers day at the Miracle League.

Video Link:

http://tinyurl.com/bta5sq9

Before the Barnstormers hit the baseball diamond on Saturday, they welcome the Cleveland Gladiators to Wells Fargo Arena Friday night, June 1. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:05pm, and the game will be shown live nationwide on NFL Network. The first 3,500 fans through the gates will receive a FREE rally towel courtesy if Casey's. Great seats are available for purchase at the Wells Fargo Arena box office, by calling the Barnstormers at 515.633.2255 or online at www.theiowabarnstormers.com .

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