They are in first place and are just about to start the baseball playoffs, but the New York Yankees still find time to give back to the community. Predicto TV was invited to a gala charity event to meet two of the team’s most popular players, captain Derek Jeter and catcher Jorge Posada. Many other former and current Yankees came out to support the Jorge Posada Foundation.
It is a nonprofit organization established by the all-star catcher and his wife, Laura, to support — both emotionally and financially — families affected by craniosynostosis. The Posadas founded the Foundation when their son, Jorge Luis, was diagnosed with craniosynostosis when he was just 10 days old, having since undergone eight major surgeries to correct the condition. Craniosynostosis is a congenital or birth defect, characterized by the premature closure of one or more sutures, which causes an abnormally shaped skull.
At their 8th annual Heroes4Hope Gala, guests honored the 20 greatest Yankees catchers, while raising awareness of craniosynostosis. The stars also played Predicto and answered questions about hot topics in sports. Check out Episode 42 of Predicto TV now!
Friday, October 2, 2009
Yankees Support Charity at Gala Event
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