Spirit of Challenger - Dan Kobylka Award
The Spirit of Challenger - Dan Kobylka Award is awarded to a player who exemplifies Challenger baseball through his/her involvement in the program.
An opportunity for children with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the thrill of playing baseball, being part of a team, developing physical and social skill plus all the benefits of participation in baseball at a level structured to their abilities. Games are played in a fun, safe environment where no score is kept.
CMBA is very grateful to the staff at the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent and the many volunteers who assist in organizing this fantastic program.
Past Winners
2001 Ben Guerin
2002 Joel Babcock
2003 Justin Demelo
2004 Joey Demars
2005 Navia Meriano
2006 Chad Caron
2007 Kayla Blackburn
2008 Sebastian Knight
2009 Jessica Toomer
2010 Kalen Jenkins
2011 Ryan Robinson
2012 Chelsea Weaver
2013 Quinn Chapman
2014 Candace Crow
2015 Keira Sauve
2016 Dakota Sluys
2017 Carson Grail
2018 Boyd Tyhurst
2019 Elisha Roffel
2020 No Winner - Season Cancelled
2021 Ethan Walker
2022 Marco Moccia
2023 Ella Timmermans