VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (WTKR)- It's one of the most inspiring baseball games you'll see and it's focused on giving kids who otherwise may not get the chance an opportunity to experience America's pastime.
The Champions League sees children with physical and intellectual disabilities take the field and take their swings. Sunday featured the fifth annual Champions League Championship, including young inclusive athletes from the host Kempsville PONY Baseball, Great Neck PONY Baseball and Little Creek National PONY Baseball.
The game aired live on The Spot Norfolk 27 from noon-2 p.m. Former Major League Baseball All-Star Michael Cuddyer joined WTKR News 3 sports director Marc Davis to call the game, which also featured a handful of special guests and mascots. News 3's Anthony Sabella and chief meteorologist David Aldrich provided live interviews between innings.
The event featured an entire community coming together to create a platform for the champions. High school baseball and softball players were at the field to assist the participants as well as plenty of parents and fans.
Congratulations to all champions on another memorable game!
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