Just got an email yesterday letting us know that former Dirtbag and current Angel Jered Weaver has been named a Sports Ambassador for Special Olympics Southern California. The 27-year-old pitcher has been a supporter of Special Olympics since his days competing at Long Beach State. 

The mission of Special Olympics is to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through sport and competition. As a Sports Ambassador, Weaver will participate in Special Olympics events, including the annual Summer Games and a softball clinic; be featured in Special Olympics PSAs; and provide autographed items for silent auctions.

A Southern California native, Weaver is always ready to give back to the community.

“Everyone should have an opportunity to play sports, and Special Olympics offers that to a group of people who are often excluded from sports activities,” said Weaver. “I’m happy that I can help to spread the word about a great organization like Special Olympics Southern California and how sports can change the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.” 

Special Olympics is equally excited to have the support of Weaver. Bill Shumard, President and CEO of Special Olympics Southern California, who was athletic director at Long Beach State when Weaver attended, said, “Jered Weaver is one of the outstanding young pitchers in all of baseball. To have him show his support means the world to our 13,000 athletes, who are also some of his biggest fans.”