Connections to Military Bring Hall of Famers, Stars to Cooperstown Memorial Day Weekend (Harris '08)
(COOPERSTOWN, NY) – The connection between the National Pastime and the military runs throughout United States’ history, and the bond between players and their commitment to service lasts a lifetime.
For Hall of Famers and players participating in the May 23 Hall of Fame Military Classic, that bond will be honored at the Memorial Day Weekend celebration in Cooperstown.
The Hall of Fame Military Classic: A Tribute to Service and Sacrifice will feature direct and familial connections from the legends on the diamond at historic Doubleday Field.
Two players, Lt. Mitch Harris of the United States Navy and Lt. Chris Rowley of the United States Army, matriculated at their respective military academies before serving on active duty.
Listen to his recent interview on the Naval Academy and more.
BZ '08!