Down Syndrome: 21st Perspectives

Episode 7: Batter up! West U. Challenger's Baseball


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Batter up! Little League's Challenger Baseball is an adaptive baseball program that opens the world of baseball to children with disabilities. In this episode, cohosts Monique Johnson and Leigh Frillici welcome Mark Potts, the commissioner of West University's Challenger Baseball Program. Mark shares how the league operates, its inclusive design, and the profound impact it has on children, families, and the broader community. Monique reflects on her personal experience as a coach and parent, highlighting how Challenger Baseball has been transformative for her son Marley and their family.Links:Challenger Baseball - https://www.littleleague.org/play-little-league/challenger/about-challenger/

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Down Syndrome: 21st PerspectivesBy Leigh Frillici, Anne Lewis, Monique Johnson