So Much More Than A Game
ABOUT
HOW
IT ALL
BEGAN...
The Miracle League of Columbia at Maury County was formed in 2021 by a group of Columbia natives who had a dream of bringing an all-inclusive Miracle League program and playground to their old stomping grounds in Columbia.
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The first Miracle League field opened in 2000 and was designed to give kids ages 5-19 with disabilities the chance to play America's favorite pastime, baseball.
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Together with brothers Mike and Daniel Uggla, Robin Estep began the dream of forming a Columbia chapter of the national organization. Daniel, a former MLB player began his baseball career in Columbia, Tennessee. The Miracle League offers the perfect opportunity for him to give back to the community that gave him his start on a successful baseball career.
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The eventual home of the field and park holds special meaning to the Uggla family as well as many others. The Babe Ruth Field was a staple in youth baseball in this community for over 40 years and played a big role in Daniel’s love for the game. We are excited to see the vacant field that holds so many memories be transformed into such a meaningful endeavor.
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Meet Taye
Taye Ramer is the light of my family's life. He brings so much joy to every day and is the most loving kid you will ever meet. Taye was adopted in 2011 from Ethiopia and shortly after returning to the U.S., they learned he had a rare brain disorder. Taye has defied all the odds placed against him and achieved successes that statistics and doctors didn't think he may meet.
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He has overcome many physical barriers and continues to overcome mental barriers. He is now ten years old and has dreams like every other kid his age, including being part of a team and achieving goals.
Because of organizations like the Miracle League, Taye is able to play on a team and have a coach just like his big brother. After seeing his games at the Miracle League of Murfreesboro, it became my mission to bring one of these closer to home for Taye and kids like him. Inclusion matters, and it is my goal to make sure these kids are seen and heard through programs such as this. I hope you will join me on this mission. Together, we can make a difference for these kids.
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-Robin Estep
Meet The Team
Robin Estep
Founder
Mike Uggla
CEO
Juli Beck
Committee Chairman
Nadeen Tatum
Treasurer
Andrew Ramer
Board Member
Jill Fields
Secretary
Dee White
Special Projects
Julie Crichton
Sponsorship Outreach
HK Derryberry
Board Member
Becky Ramer
Board Member
Dr. Christa Martin
Board Advisor
Dr. Lee Hunter
Board Advisor
In Memory Of
We dedicate the work of the Columbia Miracle League to Karen Brooks. She joined as a founding board member in 2021 and jumped right in with so many ideas for this shared dream she had for the community. Her companion to serve others was inspiring in her work through various organizations she served. She believed in this mission, and we know she is cheering us on to get to the finish line.
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We will always be forever grateful for Mrs. Karen Brooks and all that she contributed to The Miracle League of Columbia. She was a huge champion for the cause, and her light will always shine on this field and the kids it will serve.
Karen Brooks
Board Member 2021 -2025
