September 12 celebration recognized 22 players and five coaches whose involvement spans the organization’s full 20-year history
CARY, N.C., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Miracle League of the Triangle marked its 20th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 12, by honoring 22 players and five coaches who have participated continuously since the league’s inaugural season in 2006.
The special on-field celebration was held at Andy’s Foundation Field, the organization’s original field at Adams Elementary School in Cary. The event featured food trucks, ice cream, family activities and opportunities for the community to celebrate two decades of inclusive baseball.
Since opening its first field in Cary with slightly more than 100 players, the Miracle League of the Triangle has grown to serve more than 650 players each season across fields in Cary, Raleigh and Durham. Over those 20 years, thousands of volunteers have supported the league’s mission of creating positive life experiences for children and adults with disabilities through baseball.
“This celebration is about the people who have made the Miracle League what it is today,” said Benjy Capps, executive director of the Miracle League of the Triangle. “For 20 years, these players and coaches have shown up with enthusiasm, determination and joy. They have built friendships, inspired thousands of volunteers and reminded all of us what inclusion truly looks like. They are the heart of our Miracle League family.”
“Coaching in the Miracle League has been one of the greatest blessings in my life and my son Jack’s life,” said Frank B. Yarborough, a 20-year coach and the father of 20-year player Jack Yarborough. “It is truly a miraculous experience, not only for the players, coaches and buddies, but also for the players’ families. I thank God for how deeply it enriches so many lives. I am a coach, and I love all the kids. They make me rich.”
The following individuals were recognized for their continuous participation throughout the Miracle League of the Triangle’s 20-year history:
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20-Year Coaches • Jay Minnick • Zoë Playa • Joe Porrazzo • Stara Porrazzo • Frank Yarborough 20-Year Players • Parks Boyce • Bryson Dew • Jimmie Esposito • Jackson Fischler |
20-Year Players (cont.) • Hayden Goetz • Sam Hodgin • Lindsay Holcombe • Andrew Jevicky • Jacob Jones • Jonathan Minnick • Drew Morrison • Danny Nelson • Darius Newborn • Tristan Pack |
20-Year Players (cont.) • Mitchell Price • Wesley Quinn • Melanie Tutka • Seth Walter • Joshua Werner • Ben Willis • Jack Yarborough • Quinn Yaudes |
The celebration was part of the Miracle League of the Triangle’s yearlong 20th anniversary observance, themed “This Is What a Dream Looks Like!” The theme honors the founders, volunteers, families, donors and community partners who helped transform a dream into an organization that now serves more than 650 players each season at three Triangle locations.
Event Details
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Event |
20th Anniversary On-Field Celebration |
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Date |
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 |
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Time |
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
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Location |
Andy’s Foundation Field at Adams Elementary School, 805 Cary Towne Boulevard, Cary, NC 27511 |
About the Miracle League of the Triangle
Founded in 2006, the Miracle League of the Triangle provides children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to experience the joy of baseball in an environment where every player can succeed. Today, the organization serves more than 650 players each season at fields in Cary, Raleigh and Durham, supported by thousands of volunteers cumulatively since its founding and by community partners. Every game includes volunteer buddies, walk-up music and a simple philosophy: everyone deserves the chance to play.
For more information, visit mltriangle.com.
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