I just sent an email to the organizers of this, which according to their website:
With the help of community volunteers and companies, the design and construction of the first Miracle League complex was underway. The complex would include a custom-designed field with a cushioned rubberized surface to help prevent injuries, wheelchair accessible dugouts, and a completely flat surface to eliminate any barriers to wheelchair-bound or visually impaired players. The design also included three grass fields, which could be converted to the synthetic rubber surface as the league grew. In addition, accessible restrooms, a concession stand, and picnic pavilion were included in the design.
and
There were no programs for the Miracle League to copy. It was decided that:
- Every player bats once each inning
- All players are safe on the bases
- Every player scores a run before the inning is over (last one up gets a home run)
- Community children and volunteers serve as ‘buddies’ to assist the players
- Each team and each player wins every game
I’d really like to get something like this set up, and I’m starting now so that Junegee can have the opportunity to start playing baseball by the time he’s 5 or so. This could be a really amazing experience for everyone involved, and more than anything, I’m extremely excited to be able to give Junegee the opportunity to participate in team sports in general, and baseball in particular.
Thanks to Jerri for turning me on to this idea. It looks fantastic.
