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Dave Dravecky Baseball Player |
Quotes: 1. "Dave Dravecky has shown that adversity can strengthen a relationship, redirect a life, and provide hope and inspiration for all." Murray F. Brennan 2. "Dear God, we don't know what's happening, but whatever it is, help us get through it." Dave Dravecky |
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Timeline 1. Born Febuary 14, 1956 in Boardman, Ohio 2. June, 1978Graduates from Youngstown State University and is drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates. 3. September 19, 1988 doctor indicate that the lump on Dave's arm may be cancerous 4. October 27, 1989 the doctors suspect that cancer has returned 5. June 18, 1991 Dave's left arm and shoulder are amputated |
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Character Quality Traits/Anecdotes: 1. Dave showed perseverance when the doctors said he would never be able to pitch again. Dave proved them wrong and pitched his comeback game on August 10, 1989. 2. Dave showed bravery when there was cancer in his pitching arm and he agreed to get it amputated. 3. Dave showed sympathy when he was in Sloan-Kettering Hospital talking to all the people who had cancer. 4. Dave showed compassion when he created the Outreach of Hope ministry for others in need. 5. Dave was modest when he did not boast about his ability to pitch and play baseball. |
Accomplishments: 1. Dave Dravecky accepted Christ when he was playing triple A baseball in Texas. 2. Dave was able to make a comeback from cancer and surgery on his pitching arm to play baseball for the Giants again. 3. Dave Dravecky is a successful author and has written eight inspirational books including When You Can't Comeback, Comeback, Dave Dravecky, Play Ball, Do not Lose Heart, Called Up, Portraits in Courage, and Called Up: Stories of Life and Faith from the Great Game of Baseball. 4. Dave and Jan Dravecky created the Outreach of Hope ministry to serve suffering people, especially those with cancer and amputation. Outreach of Hope offers resources for encouragement, comfort, and hope through a relationship with Jesus Christ. 5. Dave and Jan Dravecky are nationwide speakers. They address a wide variety of audiences and topics ranging from motivational to inspirational. |
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