Michael Jordan salutes Wilmington Babe Ruth team

Posted Jul 31, 2018
The 12U Wilmington All-Star softball team was motivated after clinching a spot in the Babe Ruth Softball World Series. A message from Wilmington’s most famous celebrity only fueled their excitement. The team headed to Jensen Beach, Fla. with well wishes from Michael Jordan: "I know you have what it takes to bring a championship back home to Wilmington!" (Wilmington Star News)

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