Aug 9, 2025
Connor Smith blasts a hit to the fence as Altoona Curve’s Javier Rivas does the catching. / Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski
Since its official inception with the start of games back in 2007, the Miracle League of Blair County – which offers baseball opportunities for children and adults of all ages with disabilities – has truly been a community event.
Hundreds of volunteers have helped at the games, area businesses have helped to back the league financially, and organizations like the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Class AA Eastern League affiliate Altoona Curve have pitched in their time on a regular basis every season.
Saturday was no exception, as the Curve brought three players along to help out at the games – pitchers Antwone Kelly and Wilkin Ramos, and outfielder P.J. Hilson.
“This league is special to the Curve and the Pirates as well, because it gives kids access to play the game of baseball,” said Curve General Manager Nate Bowen.
For the complete story, see Monday’s Altoona Mirror.
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