Two elected Members of State Government were in attendance at the October meeting of the East Greenbush Town Board. Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari, and Senator Roy McDonald each presented proclamations to representatives of the Town’s Miracle League Program. Miracle League President Burke Adams, a moving force behind the development of the widely acclaimed program and his son Dan, a Board Member, accepted the honors on behalf of the Miracle League.
The event gave recognition to recent passage of legislation which provided authorization for the Town to finalize the transfer of land within the Town Park to the Miracle League. Some years ago a grassroots effort brought attention to the concept of providing an opportunity for handicapped athletes to participate in organized team sports. Through much volunteer effort and dedication, the idea grew, gained support, and blossomed into the impressive facility that was built in East Greenbush. The Miracle League Field in the Town Park is designed with a special surface, and adaptable layout for multiple sports including Baseball, Football, Soccer, Basketball, and Track & Field in a stadium atmosphere.
The East Greenbush Miracle League Program has garnered widespread acclaim, and draws participants from throughout the surrounding region. Television coverage on ESPN and NFL broadcasts, which featured the state of the art facility, and the impressive organization that built it has brought national exposure to our area.
Both Assemblyman Canestrari, and Senator MacDonald praised the program as a marvelous example of the good work that can be accomplished through cooperative efforts of government and community. The East Greenbush Miracle League was termed a beacon to be followed in other communities, and the speakers noted that they would be encouraging such positive ventures for other municipalities in their districts.