Registration is now open for the Miracle League of the Lakeshore, Miracle League of the Fox Valley and Miracle League of the Chippewa Valley, a program of Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) that offers individuals ages four–nineteen with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball in an organized, non-competitive league on a safe, accessible baseball field. 

Throughout the season, players are paired with community volunteers (buddies) who assist and encourage them during the games. Volunteer pitchers, umpires, announcers, coaches and team helpers are also needed, and the public is invited to attend the games as supportive fans.

Through engaging socially with others, the players learn valuable life skills like teamwork and communication to help them overcome barriers.

“It is such a privilege and an honor to be able to bring the joy of baseball to these players and their families,” Tim Wavrunek Mission Team Leader of Community Programs at Goodwill NCW said. “It’s so much more than baseball. It’s remarkable, the smiles on their faces and the families’ faces.” 

Miracle League of the Lakeshore, Manitowoc

Location: Goodwill Miracle Field of Dreams at Miracles Park in Manitowoc

Learn more or register a player online, here.

Player registration ends March 31

Volunteers can register online, here.

Miracle League of the Fox Valley, Appleton

Location: John Wollner Fox Cities Miracle Field at Memorial Park in Appleton

Learn more or register a player online, here.

Player registration ends March 31

Volunteers can register online, here.

Miracle League of the Chippewa Valley, Eau Claire

Location: Miracle Field at Jeffers Road Park in Eau Claire

Learn more or register a player online, here.

Player registration ends March 31

Volunteers can register online, here.

About Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW)

Goodwill NCW is a nonprofit organization with a mission of Elevating People by Eliminating Barriers to Employment. We are committed to understanding and addressing the unique needs of our communities. We empower individuals and families, creating a lasting impact by breaking cycles of poverty and transforming lives through skill-building for sustained employment and improved financial stability. We see people for who they are and believe in the power of work, within our retail stores and workplaces throughout our community. We are proud of the life-changing impact we make in our communities and to our planet with the help of our donors and shoppers. Learn more at goodwillncw.org

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