Make-A-Wish Day at the A's
Wish kids bring joy to the ballpark
On Sunday, September 17, the Oakland Athletics invited wish kids and their families to the field for another joyous Make-A-Wish Day at the A’s. The wish alums met left fielder Tony Kemp and mascot Stomper during pre-game, and then took to the field to welcome the team. Wish kid Juliana threw out the first pitch and wish kid Akira shouted “play ball!” to kick off the game against the San Diego Padres. For anyone who purchased tickets through the special link, the A’s donated a portion of those ticket sales back to Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area.
“I’m grateful to the Athletics for their generosity in hosting a fun-filled day in support of wish granting,” says CEO Betsy Biern. “The smiles on the faces of our wish kids as they took the field showed what is possible when our community comes together to give back. Thank you for showcasing the joy inherent in a wish come true!”
All photos by Gabriel Williams
Wish kids with their parents on the field at Make-A-Wish Day at the A's on Sunday, September 17.
Wish kids Jonny, Braeden, and Blaize at Make-A-Wish Day at the A's
Wish kid Akira and her mom, Bre, on the field.
Athletics left fielder Tony Kemp signs an autograph for wish kid Blaize.
Athletics left fielder Tony Kemp signs a baseball for wish kid Akira.
Wish kid Blaize with Athletics left fielder Tony Kemp
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Wish kid Juliana gets ready to throw out the first pitch.
Wish kid Penny, wish mom Andrea, and wish kid Stevie, on the field.
Wish kid Braeden takes the field at Make-A-Wish Day at the A's.
Wish kid Juliana gives a big hug to Stomper, the A's mascot.
Wish kid Becket with Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area CEO Betsy Biern on the field at Make-A-Wish Day at the A's on Sunday, September 17.
Stomper poses with wish kid Stevie.
Wish kid Cameron is ready to take the field!
Stomper gives high fives to our wish kids.
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