Ben Zobrist promotes youth wellness at Freeport event on September 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:47 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Former Chicago Cubs MVP Ben Zobrist will visit Little Cubs Field in Freeport on September 5 for a fundraising event supporting Champion Forward. The event will feature activities for fans, including a chance to meet Zobrist, a home run derby, and a youth baseball clinic. Proceeds from a sweepstakes for a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro will benefit mental and emotional wellness in youth sports. Additional activities include an autograph signing and a Q&A session with Zobrist. Admission to the event is free, with food available for purchase.
- •Event takes place on September 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- •Zobrist will lead a youth baseball clinic and participate in a home run derby.
- •Proceeds will support Champion Forward, promoting youth wellness in sports.
- •Admission is free at Little Cubs Field in Freeport.
- 8:47 AMYahoo Sports — Meet former Cubs star Ben Zobrist at Freeport's Little Cubs Field
"Former Cubs MVP Ben Zobrist visits Freeport on Sept. 5 to support youth wellness and raffle his 2017 Camaro.
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