…but Ben’s football camp this summer will be DELIGHTFUL!

“I am looking forward to having another great event that continues to impact hundreds of kids and plan to honor the folks that have helped me in each of the 7 years.” — Ben

You don’t have to wait until Spring this year to register your child to attend the Ben Roethlisberger ProCamps Football Camp, sponsored by #1 Cochran – you can sign up today with our special discount code below.


The Camp is open to boys and girls, grades 1 through 8.

Ben will be joined by a selection of the top prep and college coaches from the area.

Each day, the campers will experience various stations, specializing in fundamental skills of football.

Individual groups will be small to assure that each camper gets maximum instruction.

Ben will give daily talks highlighting the finer points of the game of football and beyond. Parents and guests will be able to listen to camp guests in designated areas at each location.

And you never know who will show up to help out #7!

Kids that have attended Ben’s Camp have had the opportunity to meet and get instruction from Brett Keisel, Charlie Batch, and even Coach Tomlin!

“Jonathan had a blast and will be back next year. I am VERY impressed with the camp. My stepmother actually got to tell Ben that her grandson won the contest. I actually had the opportunity to tell Ben thanks myself; he is a great guy. Ben told Jonathan, ‘nice catch!’ and it made his day!” – William Porter, PA

Dates: June 16th & 17th, 2014

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.

“We just got back from Ben’s camp in Harmony, PA. It was truly amazing! Still in awe right now, actually. I just can’t believe someone of Ben’s fame or standing was so attentive. He never seemed to take a break and was always on the field. Then throwing 487 passes so EVERY kid had the opportunity to catch one from him? I doubt anyone else does that. I was fortunate enough that not only did Bryce catch his pass, but I was able to catch the entire thing on video. Something he, WE, […]

6-year old James DeSantis wanted to share the story of his exciting day at Heinz Field this past season with Ben and his other fans. He wanted it to be his story, with just a little help from mom and dad:

My favorite team is the Pittsburgh Steelers! I love watching the Steelers and Big Ben on TV, but I really wanted to go to Pittsburgh to see a game with my daddy. It seems like he gets to go all the time! So on August 24th we loaded up and daddy drove me from Ohio to Pittsburgh for the preseason game against the Chiefs. It was a long drive but I didn’t care!


Before the game my daddy took me to a store so I could get my own Steelers jersey. I had a few choices, but of course I picked #7! We went to a place called ‘Station Square’ where daddy took me on a boat and we rode across the river to Heinz Field. It was so big!!! My daddy found me a good spot to watch the game. We had fun watching the Steelers, and I cheered extra loud for Big Ben!!

I cheer for the Steelers to win every weekend, and sometimes I cry when they lose. I like the Steelers because they play good. Ben Roethlisberger is my favorite player because he is a great quarterback. I hope he gets to win another Super Bowl.

When I grow up I will play for the Steelers. I will be #19 and Big Ben will pass me the ball for a touchdown. Go Steelers!


From James’ mom, Mardee:

“James was born with a genetic disease called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). He is still walking and running, but has low stamina and uses a wheelchair or wagon when walking any long distance (like into the stadium). His latest accomplishment is that he figured out how to maneuver his body to be able to ‘punt’ his football. He is so proud of himself!”


We’re proud of him too! Go James!!! And thank you for sharing your fun day with us!

And Big Ben is in da house…woooo!




Smiling backstage at the Consol Energy Center with Ric Flair and Shawn Michaels!



*Photo courtesy of Stephanie McMahon/WWE. You can see more here.

Carlee shares her photos from her father Ken’s High School HOF Induction Ceremony that took place Saturday in Elida, Ohio!

“Such an awesome day honoring this amazing father, husband, and athlete!” — Carlee

You can see more of her photos here!


*Thank you so much Carlee!!



And Ben shares how proud he is of his father with Matt Finkel, Sports Reporter & Anchor at WTLW/WOSN-TV, in this interview:

“He’s been my role model and my hero for a long time, not just in sports, but it’s been in life and as a father….I’ve heard the stories and seen the old 16 millimeter tape of him playing ball and I’d like to think that a lot of my athleticism comes from him!” — Ben

*Thank you to Matt Finkel, Andrew Bowman, and Andy Lynch of WOSN – All Sports TV in Elida, OH!

The Elida (OH) High School Hall of Fame will be adding one more honored name this weekend!


Ken Roethlisberger, a 1974 graduate of Elida High School, will be honored during an induction ceremony and banquet to be held on Saturday.

During his high school career, Ken was named to the First Team All-City in Football, the State Acme Baseball Championship Team, and the Golden Helmet Award Winner – all in 1973.

In 1974, he was named to the First Team All-City Basketball, the All-WBL in Baseball, and played in the 1974 Ohio North/South All-Star Football Game. He was also the Lima News Most Outstanding Scholar-Athlete.

Ken was given a full scholarship to play quarterback at Georgia Tech and did so from 1974 to 1975.

“I was recruited by Jerry Glanville and Pepper Rodgers,” he said. “I hurt my knee and had to switch over to baseball. I pitched for Tech my last two years.”

Ken and fellow Hall of Fame inductee Denise M. Stemen, will be formally announced at the Elida High School varsity boys basketball game on Saturday evening.

“Champions aren’t made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them – a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill, and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill.” — Muhammad Ali

…for answering the call to Honor our Fallen!


From Wreaths Across America today:

More than 143,000 Remembrance Wreaths were placed at Arlington National Cemetery and 540,000 across the Country for National Wreaths Across America Day!

Wreaths Across America, along with nearly 30,000 volunteers, placed remembrance wreaths on the headstones of more than 143,000 veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. This is the organization’s 22nd year laying wreaths at our Nation’s cemetery and marks the largest number ever delivered. Across the country, 540,000 remembrance wreaths were placed in honor of our veterans at 908 locations (including Arlington).

A convoy of more than 30 vehicles, including tractor trailers, buses, motorcycles and cars carrying wreaths, veterans, families of fallen soldiers, and supporters, delivered the wreaths from Maine after participating in a week-long convoy. The group stopped at schools, memorials and in communities in Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, to share its mission to Remember, Honor and Teach.


You can read more here!



Just a few of the fans who posted comments under our December 14th wreath-laying post on the site’s Facebook page about volunteering for, donating to, and thanking this wonderful organization:


“This is what true Americans do!” — Laurie E. Bowser


“Thank you. My grandparents are buried there.” — Susan Farrell


“This company is from here in Maine. I was fortunate enough to meet with some of the drivers as they started their journey. There were 23 trucks that were in the WAA convoy. One special trailer had a 6 foot wreath going to the Statue of Liberty. All volunteers. Wonderful people here in Maine.” — Janice Albright


“My brother-in-law and mother-in-law are there helping with wreaths!” — Greg Delbart


“We donated to this cause. It is a wonderful thing.” — Joy Cook


“I was at Arlington National Cemetery as a volunteer today to help lay the wreaths.” — Jill Schnell

“WE ARE BLESSED TO LIVE IN THIS GREAT COUNTRY! THANKS TO ALL THAT SACRIFICE THERE LIVES FOR US.” — Clayton Weaver

“We sponsor several wreaths each year wonderful cause I believe in.” — Vanessa Lucas


“My son was blessed to be chosen to place a wreath on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The pictures and […]