Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
Dozens of youths, members of the Jamaica YMCA’s Junior Mets, had
the chance to play America’s pastime on Tuesday at Jamaica’s
Marconi Park with Tejada and Mets infielder Justin Turner. It’s all
part of the Mets and Citi’s “Teammates in the Community”
initiative.
The Junior Mets program is an eight-week session for children ages
5 to 14 that aims to combine the fun of playing baseball and
developing athletic skills with the YMCA’s core values of respect,
responsibility, honesty and caring.
Participant Isaiah Tamdji, 10, was thrilled to meet Tejada, who he
said is his favorite Mets player. “It was very exciting,” he
said.
by AnnMarie Costella
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Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
Mets shortstop Ruben Tejada meets Junior Mets Omari Brown, left, and Jaquan Wilson.
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
Alicia Frank sports a big smile when meeting Mr. Met.
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
Justin Turner, far right, poses for some photos with the kids
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
A girl aims for a picture-perfect pitch.
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
The youngsters participate in some warm-up activities.
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
New York Mets player Ruben Tejada was glad to spend time with the children.
Junior Mets hang with the big leaguers
New York Mets player Justin Turner was glad to spend time with the children.
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