Stevie's World of Wiffleball

04/04/2026

There’s something special about this time of year. A season that reminds us of hope, new life, and the beauty of making the most of every moment.

This past week, one of our 2025 Stevie’s World kids, Cooper, checked off #19 and #20 on his bucket list of visiting every Major League Baseball stadium. Stops included the Milwaukee Brewers and the Chicago Cubs, and just like that, more memories made, more dreams lived out.

Because of your support, these aren’t just games, they’re moments Cooper and his family will carry with them forever.

And isn’t that what this season is all about?

Easter reminds us that even in the hardest chapters, there is hope. That joy can still be found. That new life and new memories are still possible.

At Stevie’s World, we get to be a small part of that. Helping families experience light, joy, and togetherness in the middle of it all.

20 ballparks down and a whole lot more memories to go.

Thank you for making moments like this possible.

03/18/2026

Last night we were surprised with something pretty special at Texas Roadhouse, being recognized as a “Local Legend.”

That title doesn’t belong to one person. It belongs to an entire community.

To our incredible board and volunteers: thank you for pouring your time, energy, and heart into this mission. To my wife, Sue, my children, Stevie (and Catherine Leep), Stephanie (and Matt Leeper), Savannah (and Michael Cebulka), Nate Stuckey, Trevor Kushmaul, Justin Billet, Lori Burgstaller, Kim Leffel, John and Susan Fleeger, Gary Ledford, and Zack and Amber Marshall. We simply couldn’t do this without you.

And to our sponsors, supporters, teams, and fans… thank you for believing in what we’re building. You show up, you give, you cheer, and you make this more than just a tournament. You make it a movement.

Every field lined, every game played, every dollar raised… it all happens because of all of you.

This recognition is something we share together.

03/17/2026

There are some causes that just hit deeper and this is one of them. 💜

The Rikki-Lynn Warrior Foundation is hosting their upcoming Mother’s Day 5K. A powerful event that honors strength, love, and the fight no family should have to face alone.

Whether you run, walk, sponsor, or simply show up… you’re making a difference.

This is more than a race.
It’s community.
It’s remembrance.
It’s fighting for families who need support right now.

We’d love to see our Stevie’s World crew show up BIG for this one. Grab your family, your friends, your teammates and let’s rally around something that truly matters.

👉 Register.
👉 Share.
👉 Show up.

Let’s make an impact together. 💜

Registration is officially open for our very first Warrior 5k Run & Walk in honor of Rikki-Lynn! 🎗️💐🏃‍♀️💜

This will be the very first event for our foundation, so we’d love to see our community come together to support it!! Whether you run, walk, or simply come out to be part of the day, your presence means more than you know.

Since this is our first event, we appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we learn along the way. Thank you for helping us honor Rikki-Lynn and continue the legacy she left behind!

You can register using the link below or by scanning the QR code on our flyer. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have or to learn more about how you can support the event. We hope to see you there! 😊

https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Springfield/TheRikkiLynnWarriorFoundation5KWalkRun

01/03/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that Stevie’s World donated $5,000 to Blake and her family, who run the nonprofit organization, BIL Nation.

Blake is living with Rett syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that affects brain development and impacts communication, movement, and daily life. In honor of Blake, BIL Nation raises funds for the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, helping support research, awareness, and families impacted by Rett syndrome. So far this year, they’ve raised an incredible amount on Blake’s behalf.

We were also honored to host the first-ever BILBash Pickleball Smash Tournament at Stevie’s World this year! What an amazing event for an even better cause.

Thank you to Blake, her family, and everyone involved for allowing us to stand alongside you. This is what community, love, and purpose look like.

12/24/2025

This Christmas season, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude, hope, and awe at what can be achieved through willing hearts—no matter how small they may seem.

Before and during this year’s Stevie’s World event, two incredible sisters, Hadley and Jojo, set out with a simple goal: to make a difference. Through the sale of their self designed Stevie’s World bracelets, these two kids raised an amazing $700, purely out of love, compassion, and a desire to serve others.

Jojo is especially close to our hearts, as she was once a Stevie’s World Kid herself. Now, alongside her sister Hadley, she’s living proof that our presence has a purpose.

Because of their extraordinary hearts and servant leadership, Stevie’s World is honored to match their donation, bringing the total gift to $1,500, which will be given to a local family—James and Danielle Smith and their 12 children—to bless them during this Christmas season.

Hadley and Jojo remind us that you don’t have to be grown, wealthy, or famous to change the world. Sometimes, it’s just two kids saying “yes” to choosing kindness and generosity.

At Christmas, we celebrate the greatest gift ever given; the hope that came to us through the birth of a child. A Savior who showed us what love looks like, what sacrifice means, and how serving others changes everything.

To Hadley and Jojo: thank you for showing us that love through your actions.

To our Stevie’s World family: thank you for believing, giving, and serving alongside us.

And to everyone reading this: Merry Christmas. May this season fill your hearts with peace, hope, and a renewed desire to love others well. ❤️

12/07/2025

This week, we had the absolute joy of presenting checks to our Stevie’s World Kids, Cooper and Larkin. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, each child received $15,000 to support their journeys.

And the giving didn’t stop there! Together with our friends at the BIL Bash Pickleball Smash, we also raised an additional $5,000 for Blake, another amazing kid whose story has inspired so many in the Stevie’s World family.

As we reflect on this season of giving, our hearts are full. These funds don’t just help with medical, travel, and accessibility needs, they remind our families that they’re surrounded by a community that sees them, supports them, and refuses to let them walk their hard days alone.

To every donor, sponsor, player, volunteer, and cheerleader: thank you. You make Stevie’s World more than an event: You make it a movement of hope.

Every dollar given, every hour volunteered, every share and shout-out… it all matters more than you know.

This year stretched us, inspired us, and showed us once again how powerful it is when people choose generosity.

And if you think 2025 was big… just wait until next year. We’re dreaming bigger, planning louder, and can’t wait to share what’s ahead.

From all of us at Stevie’s World of Wiffle Ball, and from Cooper, Larkin, and Blake’s families:

🎄❤️ Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and thank you for helping us bring light to families who need it most. ❤️🎄

09/28/2025

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. 💙

We are so grateful for every single person who came out, donated, and showed their support. It was an amazing day. One that we’ll never forget.

Cooper came home saying how “cool” it was and that he already wants to go back! Seeing so many people gathered together for something so good moved us to tears. We were wonderfully overwhelmed by the love and kindness all around.

This experience wasn’t about our family, it was about all of you — your generosity, your encouragement, and your presence. We are beyond honored to have been a part of it.

With love,
Cooper & Family

09/25/2025

09/23/2025

When a community comes together, they can do anything— even build a field of dreams.

Thank you, Springfield, for being the hits, hype, and heart of Stevie’s World!

A real-life field of dreams — inspired by the 1989 film of the same name — came to life in Springfield over the weekend for the 20th annual Stevie’s World Wiffleball fundraiser.

09/23/2025

09/23/2025

Tecumseh students are involved in positive things!
On Saturday September 20th, a group of Tecumseh 5th and 6th graders participated in Stevie's World of Wiffleball Tournament in Springfield. This event is the second largest wiffleball tournament in the nation and all proceeds benefit local youth battling medical issues.
New Carlisle Elementary fifth graders Jackson Billeter, AJ Glenn, Myles Horn, and Declan Whalen, along with Tecumseh Middle School sixth graders Tanner Daniel and Phoenix Means played in the tournament as the New Carlisle Monkeys. The Monkeys didn't win the tournament but made it to the semifinals after eight hours of wiffle ball games!
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We love hearing about Tecumseh students who are out there doing great things and making a difference!👏👏👏👏👏

09/23/2025

Stevie’s World would like to extend our condolences to the family of Clyde Suttles, owner of C and S Tree Service, and a sponsor of Stevie’s World. Clyde’s daughter was killed in a bicycle accident over the weekend.

We ask for continued prayers and comfort as the Suttles family navigates life after this sudden and tragic loss.

🚌 ♥️Update from LifeWise Academy- Northeastern Local OH about their bus💛

“Thank you, Stevie’s World Family, for the outpouring of love!

Big shoutout to Rush Trucks and Wayne’s World of Glass for getting our bus door fixed first thing Monday morning 🙌, and to Trinity Missionary Church for generously covering the cost. ❤️

Mason’s shoulder, however, is still proof of two things:
1) a bus can be replaced, people can’t… and
2) no matter how hard you hustle, you can’t win a shoulder check against a bus. 😉”

Continued prayers for quick healing for Mason ❤️‍🩹