07/14/2026
We are heading home today after an extremely long but extremely rewarding and memorable 48 hours 🥹
What was originally just myself, Mason and my dad traveling from Charleston to St. Louis to see our Braves play the Cardinals, quickly turned in to much more than we could have ever imagined. Buying tickets directly beside the Braves dugout was the absolute best decision I could have ever made.
Pre-game, Mason exchanged conversation with Walt Weiss (team manager), Paul Byrd (former Braves pitcher now broadcaster), Kyle Farmer (DH) and Dylan Lee (pitcher), as well as autographs from both Kyle and Dylan.
Throughout the game, he received multiple head nods and recognition from key players Bart, Olson, Albies, Riley, etc. A game ball from coach Eddie Pérez and then a second game ball from the authenticating staff. The grown men behind us were cracking me up saying “Dude, he not only got one game ball, but he got two! What a lucky kid. We need to buy those seats next game.” 🤣
Mason likes to think he brought the boys good luck from the east coast with us pulling out the win! PS.. yes, Riley was safe at home lol it looked questionable on the screen, but he truly did get just around the tag 👏🏼
However, the best was yet to come. Post game, Harris came back out and Mason ended up getting his jersey, ball and glove signed. Harris then took the time to admire Masons glove and the custom design/embroidery we had done. I don’t think Mason will ever forget that, it meant so much to him. If you know the story behind the glove, you know the reasoning it meant so much and that he will be talking about that for the rest of his life.
Yesterday we did a behind the scenes tour of Busch Stadium and visited the Cardinals hall of fame & Museum. The staff were all absolutely amazing and great with Mason. He’s a true history buff when it comes to sports in general, so he was completely in his element learning so many new facts to share with friends and team mates at home. We were even able to hold a game used bat by Ozzie Smith and try on the World Series rings of 2006 + 2011. Ended the day throwing a pitch from mound of the OG Busch stadium.
I would 1000% recommend the trip to anyone who has ever considered it! Stay on property at the Hilton- Ballpark Village. There is so much to do within walking distance of the stadium.
A time was had, but now we head to the airport and back to Charleston!
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As mentioned in the prior post, I took these two days to fully enjoy the experience with Mason and will be responding to all inquiries/messages tonight and tomorrow morning when we get back. Shipments will resume going out tomorrow as well as any orders that need to be completed.
