Law enforcement officers traded their police uniforms for baseball uniforms, becoming coaches for the day in one of our favorite programs, Badges for Baseball.
These special mentors helped young players ages 5 to 15 perfect their throws, refine their technique behind the plate and improve their game on the field. But at the end of the day, the 2,642 young players learned more than fundamentals of the game – they learned fundamentals for life. The coaches emphasize values such as leadership, teamwork and healthy living.
In sharing their love of the game, children had the opportunity to interact with law enforcement in a positive way. By the end of the clinic, 91% of law enforcement officials said they saw participants become more comfortable interacting with law enforcement.
Growing up following athletes, we were fortunate to learn valuable life lessons on the field, and we’re glad we can give the same opportunity to young players.
Filed in: Badges for Baseball, Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, Youth Baseball.
Ripken Baseball represents the endeavors of Cal Ripken, Jr. and his brother Bill Ripken since they retired from playing baseball professionally. The Baltimore-based company is on a mission to grow the game of baseball worldwide, the Ripken Way.
