Matt Kemp to donate to tornado relief

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Matt Kemp of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has promised to donate 1,000 dollars for every homerun he hits from now, until the All-Star break, to the tornado disaster relief in Oklahoma. Whether you’re a fan or not, I think we can all agree that we hope he goes on a homerun tear!

Billy Inspiration

Billy & Miguel pose for a picture during D3 Day.

The Dave Clark Foundation’s eighth annual Disability Dream Day in Fort Myers, Florida was filled with opportunities, smiles and many inspirational stories.  Many of this year’s participants were familiar with the event, having attended in the past.  That was the case with Billy Adams, a now seven-year participant, who really made a major impact on [...]

D3 Day another success

D3 Day, Dave Clark Foundation

The eight annual Disability Dream Day took place today in Fort Myers, Florida.  Once again, the Dave Clark Foundation hit a home-run for all that attended and participated in this special needs camp. It was a picture perfect day on the Gulf-Coast of Florida – the sun was shining and there was a terrific breeze [...]

D3 Day tomorrow

Dave Clark, D3 Day, Disability Dream Day

The Dave Clark Foundation’s annual Disability Dream Day in Fort Myers is set to take place tomorrow.  For the second straight year, The Good in Sports will be in attendance bringing you the sites and sounds of the day. Participants during this great event will be encouraged to work on their strengths while focusing on [...]

Athletics visit Boston bombing victim

Photo: Hern Family

Brandon Moss and Josh Reddick of the Oakland Athletics visit Aaron Hern, a 11-year-old injured in the Boston Marathon bombings. “I think we were there to help him forget,” Reddick said. “He had a big smile and to see his face light up when we got there was just tremendous. By the time we left, [...]

Jonny Gomes honors victims with bat

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Boston Red Sox hitter Jonny Gomes with a touching tribute, ordering two bats inscribed with the names of those who lost their lives in the Boston Marathon bombings.  The bats will be used in today’s double header with the Kansas City Royals. Photo via Will Middlebrooks.

Frazier homerun, bat boy celebrates!

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If this doesn’t warm your heart, check your pulse. After hitting a homerun, Todd Frazier, of the Cincinnati Reds, and the honorary bat boy celebrate. Teddy asked him for a homerun and Todd delivered! Pure joy! Share if this photo warms your heart! Photo via MLB

Trout’s alma mater to rename field

Mike Trout, Los Angeles of Anaheim, MLB

Even the biggest superstars in professional sports start out small, playing in youth sports leagues, travel clubs, or high school athletic teams before their stars begin to shine so bright the rest of us take notice. Playing under the bright lights of Major League Baseball stadiums across the country, it can be easy for a [...]

Jackie Robinson Day

Jackie Robinson, Jackie Robinson Day, MLB

As has become tradition, Major League Baseball will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day on April 15th. This year marks the 66th anniversary of the Hall of Famer breaking baseball’s color barrier in 1947. For the fifth consecutive year, all players and on-field personnel will wear the number 42. “Jackie Robinson running onto Ebbets Field is not [...]

2013 Disability Dream Day

Dave Clark, Dave Clark Foundation, Disability Dream Day

Believe it or not, it has been almost a year since we covered “Disability Dream Day” in Fort Myers, Florida.  Well, the support we received and the lessons we learned couldn’t keep us from going back.  With just over four weeks to go, we are preparing for the trip. In case you aren’t familiar with [...]