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Celebrate the Return of Backyard Sports with a Community Charity Stream

Backyard Baseball '97 · published 23 months ago

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Hi-ho, Backyard Sports legends! ⚾️

Get ready to step up to the plate for an epic cause! Join us on October 13th at 3 PM EST for the BackyardSports.Online Community Charity Stream and celebrate the return of Backyard Sports while making a difference for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It:

Relive the Nostalgia: Backyard Baseball ’97 is now available on Steam! That’s right—this beloved classic has made its comeback, and now’s your chance to grab it. Relive the excitement of childhood matchups and bring home some nostalgia!

Support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: All proceeds go toward helping kids in need at St. Jude’s! Your fun fuels a great cause.

Exclusive Guests & Giveaways: We’ve teamed up with BackyardSports.Online and Crowd Control to bring you a jam-packed stream featuring game developers, content creators, and even some pro athletes! Plus, enjoy exclusive giveaways, interactive content, and the chance to play classic Backyard Sports games online with the community.

More details about the event here: bit.ly/MCSBSOCS

Mark your calendars, and prepare for an action-packed day of giving back and celebrating the Backyard Sports legacy! Be sure to tune in on Twitch.tv/backyardsportscenter at 3 PM EST on October 13th for all the fun.

Let’s make this an unforgettable day—see you on the field, legends! Together, we’ll hit a home run for an incredible cause!

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