Wounder Warrior Amputee Softball Team Coming to George Mason University Friday, June 17th

WOUNDED WARRIOR AMPUTEE SOFTBALL TEAM COMING TO GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

Friday June 17, 6 pm, the sound of bats and balls and a cheering crowd will be heard at the George Mason University Softball Complex. But if you come out to see the game you will notice something different about the players, and experience something very special. Taking the field will be The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST), comprised of active duty and veteran soldiers with missing limbs, who travel the country playing able-bodied teams to inspire and educate others while enhancing the health and welfare of wounded warrior amputees.

Not only have these men and women given their service to our country, they also give their time and care at their annual Kids Camp for children with missing limbs or amputations. This year, from June 13-17, 24 kids and a parent travel to Fairfax to take part in a week-long event where WWAST players help build their skills and confidence.

"As a team we all look forward to Kids Camp,” said Bucky Weaver, WWAST Coach, and Fairfax High School Graduate (‘76). “To be able to witness the bond between the children and the wounded warriors is such an inspiration. This is truly a life changing experience for these kids as America's heroes continue to serve their country in a special way"

The week-long event culminates in a double-header, Friday June 17th, at the George Mason University softball complex in Fairfax, Virginia. Gates open at 5:00, and the event starts at 6. The Kids Camp game will be followed by the WWAST taking on local celebrities.

“This is truly a labor of love and community,” said Dr. Jolanda Janczewski, Kids Camp Director and Fairfax High Graduate (’74). “Countless volunteers and sponsors come together to make this weeklong event a success. WWAST is grateful to all who continue to reach out and contribute their time, their money and their heart.”

Additional information Sources or to make a donation: thewwast.org

http://woundedwarrioramputeesoftballteam.org/kids-camp/

http://m.mlb.com/video/v742150183/wounded-warrior-amputee-softball-story