Hit a home run for Special Olympics

The annual “Hit a Home Run for Special Olympics” charity softball game has turned into a can’t-miss marquee matchup for 2015.
NFL legend Brett Favre’s Hometown Heroes team will battle Governor Phil Bryant’s Braves at Trustmark Park in Pearl on August 21 at 5 p.m., with proceeds from tickets and VIP sponsorships benefitting Special Olympics Mississippi. The teams will include Special Olympics athletes from across the state playing alongside partner athletes on unified teams.