EL1 New Hampshire Fisher Cats

Celebrity Roster Announced for Wounded Warrior Softball Game

Published on July 2, 2015 under Eastern League (EL1)
New Hampshire Fisher Cats News Release


MANCHESTER, N.H. - Just days before celebrating America's birthday, the Fisher Cats announced the roster of celebrities who will face the American heroes of the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST) at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium this month. St. Louis Cardinals pitching great and New Hampshire native Chris Carpenter will lead the team that plays the WWAST on Saturday, July 25, at the home of the Fisher Cats.

Carpenter is joined on the team by a mix of current and former college and professional athletes, civic and business leaders, and radio and television personalities. The group will take to the diamond to play the WWAST, a team comprised of veterans and active duty soldiers who have lost limbs while serving this country, but have recovered to deliver a message of resiliency and determination through their motto, 'Life without a limb is limitless.'

"We are honored to host these American heroes for this special trip to our ballpark this summer," said Rick Brenner, Fisher Cats president and general manager. "Their service to our country leaves us forever in their debt, but to see the way they have recovered from these tragic injuries to persevere and live on is truly inspirational. I know our fans will enjoy saluting these soldiers as they display their athleticism, tenacity, and determination on our field."

The first pitch for the softball game is at noon at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium. A $10 donation is the price of a ticket, and money raised through ticket sales will benefit the WWAST and, on a local level, Veterans Count, which provides services and financial assistance to veterans and active service members and their families. Tickets are available by visiting the Fisher Cats' website, www.nhfishercats.com, by calling (603) 641-2005, and by visiting the box office at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium.

The full list of celebrities set to face the WWAST is below.

Chris Carpenter -The New Hampshire native won the 2005 Cy Young Award with the Cardinals as part of a 15-year career. He won 144 regular season games in his career, plus an additional ten playoff games, seventh-most all-time. He now serves as an assistant to the general manager in St. Louis.

Tim Schaller -Merrimack native made his NHL debut this season with the Buffalo Sabres, scoring his first NHL goal against the Boston Bruins last December.

Josh McElveen -The anchor/reporter works as WMUR's political director, as well as a reporter for ABC News. In his distinguished career, he has been earned the Edward R. Murrow and George Foster Peabody awards after his coverage on Hurricane Katrina.

Greg Larocca -Manchester High School West grad played in the major leagues with the San Diego Padres.

Whitney Goldstein - After a storied career at UMASS-Amherst, the Windham native entered the college coaching ranks, and is currently the head softball coach at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Retired Manchester Police Chief David Mara -The newly-retired Mara served the city of Manchester for 29 years before he retired from the line of duty last month.

Andy Hershberger -A familiar face on WMUR, serving as the station's crime reporter.

Jenna Raizes - A former pitching ace at the University of Memphis, she is currently the senior vice president and assistant general manager of the Fisher Cats.

Adam Furious -The popular afternoon drive host and DJ on Rock 101.

Jim Peltak -Softball coach at Merrimack High School.

Mike Milligan -N.H. Liquor Commissioner & former Merrimack Police Chief.

Mike Dudash -Captain at Merrimack Police Department.

Rocco Andreotti -Everett, Mass., firefighter.

Mike Gagnon -Owner of The Barber's Tool Shed in Merrimack.

Dennis Kehoe -Warguska Family Dentistry and member of St Joseph's Travel Softball Team.

Don Lewis - New Hampshire Territory Manager at Stadium Systems, Inc.

Eric Twardosky - President of Merrimack-based Combat Corp.

Norm Harrison -New Hampshire resident who spent more than three years bringing the WWAST to New Hampshire.

Veterans Count provides critical and timely financial assistance and services when no other resource is available to veterans, service members and their families of all eras to ensure their dignity, health and overall well-being. Since 2007, over $2M in donations to Veterans Count has provided more than 8,000 individuals with services including suicide prevention, employment, homelessness, substance abuse treatment, transportation, and mental health issues resulting from post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injury. Additionally, Veterans Countprovidesfinancial assistance for food, home maintenance, utilities, housing, rent, fuel assistance, vehicle repair, child care, gasoline, and medical bills.

The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to raise awareness, educate, and inspire the public about the strength and resiliency of our wounded warriors. Carrying the motto 'Life without a limb is limitless,' the Team is comprised of veterans and active-duty servicemen who have lost limbs while serving our country in the global war on terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan. These soldiers and athletes now travel the country playing abled-bodied teams in competitive, celebrity, and exhibition softball games, bringing their special brand of softball, courage, and inspiration. Additional information can be found at http://woundedwarrioramputeesoftballteam.org/.

The Fisher Cats return to Northeast Delta Dental Stadium to celebrate America's birthday with a Fourth of July Atlas Fireworks Extravaganza on Saturday night. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. as the team opens a six-game homestand. The stand includes holiday weekend fireworks on Sunday, the 5th, as well. Tickets are available at www.nhfishercats.com, by visiting the stadium box office, and by calling (603) 641-2005.

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