Teresa Varley, Steelers.com, asked Ben and other former teammates of ‘The Bus’ what made him special, both on and off the field:

“He is one of the best of all time. His numbers, he has a Super Bowl. What he has done on the football field is easily deserving of Canton. He is the Pittsburgh Steelers.

“He was someone you knew put in the hard work, he wasn’t going to make mistakes, you could count on him. He was a proven guy, a veteran who always went hard.

“It was more than just how special he was as a football player. What he did on the football field spoke for itself. The leadership, the type of player he was. It was the locker room, off the field, the community. When I first got here it was the time the WWJD bracelets, What Would Jesus Do, came out and I would laugh when I was doing things and think, What Would Jerome Do. He is someone I tried to mold myself after. That is what made him so special, outside of the talent he had on the field.”


You can read more from Ms. Varley’s interviews here.


Finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame will be selected tomorrow.



Also:

Catch Ben’s interview tomorrow (Saturday, February 1st) with Bob Pompeani during his radio show at 93.7 The Fan! You can listen to Bob between 11am and 1pm!

Our condolences go out to Officer Phil Lerza in the loss of his partner Rocco. Canine Officer Rocco has faithfully served in the Pittsburgh Police Department for the last 8 years. It is unfortunate situations like this that keeps our foundation doing what it does and why we are so passionate about trying to help protect our law enforcement officers. Thank you Rocco for your service and dedication.

…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!