McGivney Field Press Release
By: Ken Warzybok -
Wed, May 15, 2024 6:32 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information contact:
Ken Dumais
SPECIAL NEEDS BASEBALL FIELD IN CLINTON TOWNSHIP
TO BE NAMED AFTER THE FOUNDER OF THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
On Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 1:00pm, Knights of Columbus will be hosting a special event to name and bless the Senior League Field of Clinton Valley Little League Challenger Division Senior League Baseball Field. The field, to be known as the "Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney" field will be a totally adaptable special needs baseball field and will be located in Neil Reid Park at 37705 Harper Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48035.
This project was made possible through the efforts of forty-three area Knights of Columbus councils who participated in a Special Olympics Initiative to raise funds for the construction of this unique field. These councils will be honored and escorted onto the field during the event.
Following the blessing and naming of the field, the league members and attendees will celebrate by launching beach balls designed to look like baseballs. The event will feature a guest singer performing The National Anthem, a 7th inning stretch sung by the athletes of the Senior League, special presentations from local councils, and will conclude with a speech from Robbie Wachlowski, the Special Olympics of Michigan Director of Civic Partnership and State Sponsorship.
The "Blessed Father Michael J. McGivney" field is the first field in the United States to bear the name of the founder of The Knights of Columbus. By bringing attention to this event, we hope to raise awareness about the league and the special needs field, showcasing that children with special needs are children first and share more similarities than differences with children without disabilities.
Together, we can demonstrate to our communities the importance of inclusivity and support for individuals of all abilities!
The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic lay organization, providing members and families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, the community, families, young people, and those with physical and cognitive challenges.
