2. Dave Clark Bio:
Dave is a native of Corning, New York, who now lives in Cape Coral,
Florida, with his wife, Camilla, their daughter, Elica, and son Trey.
As an infant, Dave contracted polio that stunted his growth and left
him without the full use of his legs. But despite that, and perhaps
because of it, he was driven to excel in physical competition against
so-called able-bodied people.
The Dave Clark story is likely the greatest "mostly unknown"
professional sports account of our time and teaches unforgettable
life lessons that gives hope to anyone facing a challenge whether
large or small.
Dave's Awards and Honors Summary:
1952 - Polio Survivor.
1964 - Final Year of Little League.
1971 - Signed Pro Contract with Pittsburgh Pirates Organization.
1972 - Graduated Corning Community College.
1974 - Ithaca College Graduate in School of Physical Education.
1975 - Fireman of the Year as the top relief pitcher for the Indianapolis Clowns.
1977 - Inducted to the Corning-Painted Post Hall of Fame.
1981 - Selected to the Swedish Elite Baseball League All-Star Team as a pitcher.
1984 - Became Owner of the Indianapolis Clowns.
1996 - Worked with Team USA at the Atlanta Olympics.
1996 - Received a national Giant Steps Award for coaching.
1996 - Founder of Swedish Little League.
1997 - Named Manager in the Swedish Elite League All-Star Game.
1999 - Received the National Heroes of Sports Award.
1999 - Pitching Coach Atlanta Braves.
2001 - Received the Corning Community College Distinguished Alumni Award.
2002 - Inducted into the Ithaca College Hall of Fame.
2008 - Published “Diamond in the Rough” The Dave Clark Story, As told to Roger Neumann.
2010 - One of the “150 Heroes: People in Sports Who Make This a Better World” by Richard Lapchick.
2011 - Bo Jackson Courage award winner, presented by the Pitch & Hit Club.
2011 - Launched the Dave Clark “Pulling Each Other Along” award.
2011 - Paul Harris Fellow award winner, presented by The Rotary International.
Dave is currently a motivational speaker, envoy coach for Major League Baseball International, a scout
for the Baltimore Orioles and radio analyst for the Florida Everblades. For more information go to the
Dave Clark Baseball website: www.DaveClarkBaseball.com or call 607-329-0010.

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PULLING EACH OTHER ALONG
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The Dave Clark, “Pulling Each Other Along” Award
was launched because of the kind acts received from those
who provided encouragement throughout Dave Clark’s
incredible life journey.
This award is presented both regionally and nationally across the country
to individuals who have unselfishly helped those with a disability.
Send Nominations to:
Award@daveclarkbaseball.com
Dave Clark Baseball
www.DaveClarkBaseball.com
607-329-0010, 877-230-4523

5. Doug J. Cornfield Sr.
Manager, Dave Clark Baseball
Dear Doug:
We recently held our annual Miracle Special Needs Baseball Camp here at Hammond
Stadium, and I wanted to share with you some thoughts about Dave Clark, and all that he has
done for us to help us bring this event to the SW Florida community.
I first met Dave in 2005, and it was at that Jme that we began to speak about the possibility
of having our players and coaches take part in a Special Needs Camp here at Hammond
Stadium. The thought was iniJally a bit overwhelming since we had not done something like
this before. Dave helped us put together a plan that was easy to implement, and he gave us
some great suggesJons on how to make the experience fun for the kids and their families.
When we reached the day of the camp, I asked Dave to meet with our players and coaches, to
share his story, his love for baseball, his Jme playing the game, and how he was able to
successfully face the challenges that he had in his life. Our players were completely in awe of
Dave’s story. Many of them came up to me aOerwards, and between Dave’s message, and the
experience of being a part of the camp that day, they indicated it was a day they would
remember forever.
Each year since, for six years now, we have held a Special Needs Camp here at Hammond
Stadium. It is by far and away the best event we do. There is no beQer feeling than knowing
that we can give the opportunity to these kids and their families to come out to the ballpark
and spend a morning with our team, and the end result is that they had a great Jme and were
able to put their cares and worries aside. We have Dave Clark to thank for that.
We are proud of our associaJon with Dave, and with Dave Clark Baseball. We look forward to
many more years of helping to create special moments and memories for so many families
here in SW Florida. We are truly blessed to have Dave Clark in our lives. He is a great
inspiraJon to all of us.
Sincerely,
Steve Gliner
ExecuJve Vice President / General Manager
Fort Myers Miracle 14400 Six Mile Cypress Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33912
239-­‐768-­‐4210 (office) / sgliner@miraclebaseball.com (E-­‐mail)

6. Book Summary
Diamond in the Rough
D v Cl r St ry
Imagine being 5-foot-2 and playing professional baseball. And not just
playing, but also managing, coaching, scouting, owning a professional
barnstorming team that toured the country, and traveling Europe as a
representative of Major League Baseball.
Now imagine doing it all on crutches.
That’s the incredible and inspiring tale at the heart of Diamond in the
Rough: The Dave Clark Story, written by sportswriter Roger Neumann,
as told by Dave Clark.
This is so much more than a
baseball story, though. And
so much more than a sports
book, although Dave also has
played hockey and golf and
other physical games – again,
all while using crutches to
get around.
As an infant in Corning, New
York, Dave contracted polio
that stunted his growth
and left him without the
full use of his legs. But
despite that, and perhaps
because of it, he was
driven to excel in physi-
cal competition against
so-called able-bodied
people. He married, had
a daughter, moved his
family to Florida and is currently a scout
for the Baltimore Orioles. Along the way, he nearly got “the
call” to the major leagues as a pitcher.
“Dave Clark’s story is an astonishing blend of fact and fact. It only reads
!Baseball executive Mike Veeck
Son of the legendary promoter Bill Veeck
From the Forward

7. Disability Dream Day (D3)
Baseball Camp hosted by Dave Clark
Mission Statement
The mission of D3 is to generate awareness for over 50 million Americans living with disabilities by
highlighting their potential and accomplishments while acknowledging the impact on their lives by
others ― including family, friends, physicians, nurses, therapists, educators and varied influential
persons involved in their care and development. The presentation of the “Dave Clark Pulling Each
Other Along Award” at each D3 event honors the notable contributions of those who have helped
others achieve their dreams under exceptional circumstances.
D3 Special Needs Baseball Camp
Dave Clark brings over 40 years of expertise at every level of baseball. His unique athletic journey as
a player, coach, manger, scout and owner will provide a fun-filled day of activity and learning.
Participants will be fielding, throwing, and hitting with hands-on help from local high school and college
baseball players. Activities will accommodate the varying skill levels for all attendees.
Catered Reception
Campers, family members, volunteers, and care takers will be treated to a lunch reception hosted by
Dave Clark. Dave will bring an encouraging message and present a Pulling Each Other Along Award
to wrap up the day’s events.
Pulling Each Other Along Award
The presentation of the Dave Clark Pulling Each Other Along Award honors the notable contributions
of those who have helped others achieve their dreams under exceptional circumstances.
Sponsorship
D3 events are funded by sponsors and supporters of Dave Clark Baseball. The program delivers a fun-
filled event with rich marketing opportunities, outreach, inclusion, and awareness of the can-do spirit
evident throughout the disability community.
www.daveclarkbaseball.com
www.facebook.com/DaveClarkBaseball
60 East Market Street, Suite 130 Corning, NY 14870 877-230-4523 - 607-329-0010