Special offer: The Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp
“We took our granddaughter, age 12, and our grandson, age 7, to Ben’s Youth Camp. What organized chaos! It was an awesome experience for both. Both caught Ben’s passes. They talked about the camp all the way back to Northern Ohio. They have already decided to come back next year, at our expense! We also really enjoyed the experience!” – Linda Hawk, Ohio
There’s still time to sign your child up to join Ben this summer for some football instruction and fun at his Annual Football Camp, sponsored by ProCamps Worldwide…and we’ve got a special offer for those who register this month!
Sign up with the code #SteelerNation and you will get $10 off the registration fee!
But here’s the exciting part:
All campers who register with that code will be entered to win this awesome Steelers football (below) signed by both Big Ben & Coach Tomlin!
Fifth Third Bank and #1 Cochran present the 2013 Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp!
The Camp is open to boys and girls, ages 7-14.
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 which of Ben’s teammates will show up to help out #7! Kids that attend Ben’s Camp have had the opportunity to meet and get instruction from Brett Keisel, Charlie Batch, Willie Colon, and even Coach Tomlin!
Dates: June 17th and 18th, 2013
Times: 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Place: Seneca Valley High School, Harmony, PA
Cost: $199.*
*If you use the code SteelerNation when you register, you’ll receive a $10 discount off the registration fee, courtesy of ProCamps!
“My son Christian had the time of his life at your camp. You threw him a pass and I managed to get the shot on my camera. What a memory. Awesome two days. Thanks so much, Ben!!!” — Kris Bober
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Ultimate Big Ben Raffle
To benefit The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
Here is your chance to attend a Steelers game with pre-game field passes and autographed Ben Roethlisberger memorabilia!
Tickets are just $2.00 each (minimum purchase of 5 tickets)
Entry deadline: 11:00 AM ET on Monday, June 10, 2013
Drawing date: Monday, June 10, 2013
Grand Prize:
– Winner will receive 2 game tickets to a mutually agreed upon Pittsburgh Steelers Game
– Winner will receive 2 Pre-Game Field passes to a mutually agreed upon Pittsburgh Steelers Game
– Winner will receive signed game-worn cleats from Ben
– Winner will receive a signed game football from Ben
– Winner will receive a signed jersey from Ben
– Winner will be awarded a cash prize in the amount of $598.50 to mitigate the Winner’s tax liability that results from winning the raffle. This prize is withheld and paid, on behalf of the Winner, directly to the IRS ($504.00) and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ($94.50). The actual amount awarded may be adjusted proportionally based on the value of the actual prizes received.
This is a fun way to support The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
Get your tickets today and good luck!
Thank you to The Event Group and the wonderful folks at Celebrities for Charity!
A Mother’s Day message
…from the littlest Roethlisberger!
From diapers to bottles, spit up to wipes, late nights to splashing in the tub. I just want to say I have the best mommy in the whole world! I know I cry at times and you don’t know why, but I want you to know you always make me feel safe and loved, and I thank you for that mom. I love you so much and hope you have a great first Mother’s Day!
P.S. A Happy Mother’s Day to all the mommies out there from all us kids! We love our moms and grandmas! Extra special love to Grandma R. and Nana H., XOXO — Benjamin “JR” (with help from my Dad).
The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at work
Two new police dogs on the job in South Euclid, Ohio. One of those dogs was purchased with a grant from the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
“On behalf of the South Euclid Police Department, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation for their generous donation to our K-9 program and their continued support of law enforcement.” — Chief Kevin Nietert, South Euclid Police Department.
From Jeff Piorkowski, Sun News (Northeast Ohio):
The South Euclid Police Department has added two new K-9 officers-in-training, Kolbe, left, and Oktane.
With the addition of the dogs, SEPD Chief Kevin Nietert’s wish to have a dog on all three shifts is being fulfilled. One of the new dogs replaces the recently retired Rex. Another dog, 6-year-old, Recon remains on the force.
Kolbe is 13 months old, while Oktane is still a puppy at 11 months.
Kolbe was obtained with grant money from Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, whose foundation purchases dogs for police departments in cities (and surrounding suburbs) which the Steelers visit during their season.
“This Thanksgiving, the men and women of the South Euclid Police Department have something very special to be thankful for. The grant from The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation will allow the K-9 unit to continue the important work we do.” – South Euclid Police K-9 Officer Michael Fink (posing with Kolbe at left) in November, 2012 when the grant was announced.
Nietert said both dogs — Kolbe is a Belgian Malinois, and Oktane, a German shepherd — were born in Czechoslovakia. “The dogs act as a force multiplier and are great for public relations,” Nietert said.
You can learn more about Ben’s foundation here.
Steeler Nation invades Philadelphia!
According to the many fans that attended, Ben’s signing event at The Sports Vault in the King of Prussia Mall on Saturday afternoon was a huge success! Everyone had a great time, including the man they all came to see!
“My dad surprised me with a photo opportunity with Ben and I couldn’t have been happier! I’ve loved Ben since he was drafted, and it’s been my dream to meet him. Everything about Ben exceeded my expectations. He was so friendly and kind, and he thanked everyone and told them to have a great day after their photo was taken. I didn’t think I could like him more than I already did, but I do. I am so glad I got to be a part of his first signing in 7 years and I hope to see him again sometime soon!” — Kim Bevins
Ben signed his own game-used shoe:
We just got to the car from Ben’s signing today. So I thought I’d send a couple of photos along with our appreciation for Ben’s time. Let’s be honest, he doesn’t NEED to do these type of events. We as fans are fortunate for the opportunities. We got to the event early as we knew it would be organized chaos. The photo op was first. We had heard they sold all 100 photo ops. WOW! I’ve never seen that many sold at any event….not in the 11 years I’ve been going anyway.
Bryce decided he wanted it taken with his game worn cleat that he won in the monthly birthday drawing contest from this site. Coincidentally from our very first game in Pittsburgh. When Bryce walked up to get his photo taken with Ben, Ben asked “did you steal my shoe”? He’s so great to these kids. He could just be there to sign our items, but he does a great job interacting with not just the kids, but adults too.
We got so much attention walking around with this cleat…..another piece of Ben giving back. How many players do you see do this on a monthly basis? I’m so jealous of Bryce, lol. This cleat is more amazing than any piece I have in my collection. As the evidence shows. It was a perfect day! Thanks Ben. — Steve […]
En honor de fin de semana del cinco de mayo
Viva Ben, viva el #7
Los fans de los Steelers en México llevan la camisa de Ben con orgullo, dedicación y pasión.
Roger Saucedo and members of his Steelers fan club, Regios de Acero from Monterrey, Mexico show their support for the man who wears #7!
Is it possible that we have a friendly rivalry brewing between fan clubs?
¿Es posible que tengamos un poco de la rivalidad amistosa entre los clubs de fans de los Steelers en Mexico?
Daniel Hernandez and members of the Steelers Mexico Fan Club show their support for Big Ben on the field of the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City!
Gracias a ambos caballeros por compartir sus fotos!
As always, you can send your photo submissions to us at BigBen7website@gmail.com!