…courtesy of Cole Peterson!


Left: Ben poses with Cole and his brother Austin Peterson during his days at Miami. Right: Ben gets some serious quarterbacking advice from Cole during practice.

Cole Peterson’s father, John, is the offensive line coach at the University of Pittsburgh, but from 1999 to 2003, he was the offensive line coach and run-game coordinator for the RedHawks.

Cole and his buddy Tanner Montgomery were big fans of Big Ben even back then.

Cole said that Ben always had time for him and Tanner, and would help their dads out by babysitting too, “He’s the best” said Cole.

Tanner’s father, Shane, was the offensive coordinator at Miami University from 2001 to 2005 before becoming the RedHawks 32nd head football coach, succeeding Terry Hoeppner, from 2005 to 2008. He is now the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Youngstown State University.


Cole & Tanner are becoming regular contributors to our Throwback Thursday feature: from Cole & Tanner in February and Tanner’s from last year.

…is a day to celebrate the greatness, the man, the football player that is Troy!

It is such an honor to have played alongside one of the greatest athletes and football players I’ve ever seen in my life.

Troy, you’re an amazing man, an amazing football player, and an amazing father! Thank you my brother. — Ben


Ben joined The Cook and Poni Show today to discuss what Troy meant to him and the team.

to the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Weekend!

On Saturday, June 20th:

The BRF Weekend kicks off with the Triple 7’s event at the beautiful Treesdale Country Club in Gibsonia, PA.

The evening will feature billiards, black jack, horse racing and table games, as well as a silent auction, an open bar and lite fare.

7:00-10:30pm
Registration Opens

Table games, billiards, horse racing & a silent auction begin

Bar opens & lite fare served

9:00pm
VIP Texas Hold ‘em Tournament

10:30pm
Silent auction ends and prizes awarded

(Must be at least 21 years of age. Dress is casual, but please, no jeans)


Then on Monday, June 22nd:

Golfers are welcomed to the BRF Invitational, which will also feature pre-tournament competitions, chair massages and a wonderful lunch.

Specially designed on-course challenges keep the competition going, even between strokes!


The itinerary:

10:00am
Registration opens
Official Tournament Pro Shop opens
Pre Tournament competitions
Lunch
Warm up chair massages

12:30pm
One lucky participant will be chosen to putt for $5,000 (50 ft)

1:00pm
Shotgun Start
Food & beverages on the course
Additional competitions on the course

5:30pm
Anticipated finish time
Tournament food & drinks


Make your plans now to join Ben for a great time for a great cause! You can either attend as a sponsor (sponsorships start at $500), or attend as a guest ($200 per person) here. Guest tickets are limited.

If you are unable to attend the BRF weekend, but would like to donate to the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation, you can do so here.

Any questions about the BRF Weekend, please contact event coordinator Jennifer Palella at jenn@proservevents.com or (610)203-9650.

And since this IS the week of the 2015 Masters Championship, a golf photo seemed to be in order:



2009 US Open Challenge –

Ben poses with Michael Jordan, Justin Timberlake and Phoenix police officer Larry Giebelhausen and their trophies after finishing the Golf Digest U.S. Open Challenge on Bethpage State Park’s Black Course Friday, June 12, 2009 in Farmingdale, N.Y.

Ben shot an 81, fulfilling a pledge to break 100. It was the best of his group.

Officer Giebelhausen was selected to play in the foursome after Golf Digest magazine asked readers back in 2008 to submit a six-word statement on why they thought they could break 100 at Bethpage Black. he was one of four finalists that were narrowed down from 73,581 entries and finally, the winner!


Check out video of Ben’s amazing tee shot on the third.

Summer is just around the corner, and so is the Giant Eagle Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp!!


Sign up now and make sure you don’t miss the fun:

Dates: June 13th & 14th, 2015

Times: 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Place: Seneca Valley High School, Harmony, PA

Cost: $199.

*Use the code BigBen7 for $20 off the registration fee.


Each camper will receive –

• An autographed photo from Ben

• A camp team photo with Ben

• A limited edition Ben Roethlisberger Football ProCamp t-shirt

• 7 Hours of expert instruction

• Opportunity to win contests and prizes


A FUN and EDUCATIONAL experience is GUARANTEED!

Spots are limited, so participants are encouraged to register early. Don’t forget to use the code BigBen7 for $20 off the registration fee.


You can sign your child up for the camp here.


You can see all the great photos from Ben’s camp here.

From our family to yours…

Hoping everyone enjoyed a wonderful Easter Sunday! –Ben, Ashley, Benjamin Jr., & (a sleepy) Baylee.