Breaking Ground 112 - A First in Baseball History
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A first in baseball history: players with disabilities and former professional players took the field together for a 9-inning exhibition game. The game was held at AT&T Field in Chattanooga on November 5, 2022. Players came from 12 states to participate in this historic classic.
Alternative Baseball provides empowerment, enrichment, and excitement for teens and adults (ages 15+) with autism and other disabilities through the authentic baseball experience. If you’re interested in bringing Alternative Baseball to your community or joining a local program, visit www.alternativebaseball.org. Call 770-313-1762 with questions or for help filling out the online forms.
Want to watch the game? The organization hopes to publicly release an online recording in April for Autism Awareness Month.
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