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ESPN and Make-A-Wish celebrate 20 years of sports dreams realized

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 1:18 PM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

ESPN and Make-A-Wish celebrate 20 years of sports dreams realized

Summary

ESPN and Make-A-Wish commemorate two decades of efforts to fulfill sports dreams for children facing critical illnesses. Notable participants include WNBA star A'ja Wilson and members of the Aces, alongside golfer Scottie Scheffler and wrestler Seth Rollins. The celebration highlights the organization’s ongoing commitment to pairing children with their favorite athletes. Events this year emphasize the impact of these experiences on the young beneficiaries.

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Key Details

•ESPN partners with Make-A-Wish for 20 years of sports dreams.
•Participants include A'ja Wilson, Scottie Scheffler, and Seth Rollins.
•Celebrations underscore the impact on children with critical illness.
•Events aim to fulfill wishes of young sports fans.

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2:05 PMESPN — My Wish: Two decades of sports dreams realized

What they're saying

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This year, ESPN and Make-A-Wish are celebrating 20 years of helping children experiencing critical illness meet their favorite athletes. Participants include WNBA star A'ja Wilson and the Aces, golfer Scottie Scheffler, wrestler Seth Rollins and more.
— ESPN

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