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July 2, 2013 - Big Ben in London1108 viewsBen with Trevor Martin.
Many Fans of Ben and the Steelers will be looking forward to the international series game in London this year. I have never been able to visit the great city of Pittsburgh to watch my beloved Steelers play but have supported them from across the pond for some 40 years!
NFL UK arranged for Ben Roethlisberger to spend an hour in a fan forum with just 30 invitees to win a place at this one had to sign up on their website and apply for Union Jax membership which states â€Opt-in to the Jaguars Fan Club!:
Yes! I want to join the Jacksonville Jaguars UK fan club allowing me to win some amazing prizes and access to exclusive events.†OK I lied!
However the chance to partake in this meet and greet event assuaged my conscience.
Friday morning I got the call from NFL you have been selected to meet Ben on Tuesday would you be able to come?
I wanted to scream, 'try keeping me away' but as I work in a busy office I remained calm..ish. The anticipation for the next four days was huge and I still had to work Tuesday but arranged to leave early to ensure I made it on time.
Members of the Facebook group Steeler Nation UK who had also got the call arranged a nearby Pub to meet in and the seen was set. We walked as a group to the hotel some 15 Steelers fans including 1 who tagged along on the off chance someone would not turn up! – she got lucky and was invited to the meet.
We were shown to the meeting room and were kindly given Photos and Caps and Sky Sports NFL presenter Nick Reynolds arrived to host the meet. About to give Ben a big build up Ben strolled into the room to spontaneous applause that stopped the presenter in his tracks...first laugh of the evening. Ben’s honest, open, and thoughtful answers to questions, not just from host Neil, but from the audience of 30 were an insight into a man who whilst at the top of his sport appreciates the fans. Us Brits are not as familiar with the X’s and O’s as perhaps those brought up playing in school so Ben demonstrated how it works with a “simple†play. He seemed genuinely surprised at the knowledge and enthusiasm of those of us attending.
The Steeler Nation UK Flag some 8 foot wide which is the name of the UK fans website and Facebook group certainly made an impact as his signature now graces it. Ben extended the time from an hour to get a Photo with all those attending and the flag! This was filmed for SKY TV (Britains large satellite broadcaster) and when Ben appeared live on Sky Sports News on Friday Morning he repeated his comment “The feeling is we are coming to London to play football, but seeing the fans, I’m excited to go back to my teammates and tell them we’re not just going there for the NFL, we’re going there because we have fans there.
It makes me happy, it’ll makes the guys happy and I have always said the Steeler fans are the best fans in sports. We’re playing for the fans and that’s what’s exciting. It’s not just about making money for the NFL, it’s about playing for the fans.â€
That was a comment that made all of us proud to support the Steelers and Big Ben!
Perhaps the most interesting reaction to our most lucky evening was probably on return to the bar to share our thoughts on the event. A gentleman noticing all the Pittsburgh Steeler Shirts came across as a resident of the Burgh to ask why we were there. When he found out who we had met he was rather jealous to put it mildly.
Meeting Ben Roethlisberger still feels like a dream 24 hours later. I was honoured and privileged to meet a superstar of the NFL who plays for the greatest team! -- Trevor
*Thank you Trevor!
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April 1, 2012 - Collectors Showcase of America Show1459 views"My name is Steve. My wife Michelle, my 7 yr old son Bryce and I made the 7 hr trip from Syracuse, NY without flinching. I've been on this hobby for over 10 yrs and didn't recall Ben ever doing one of these before. I have to be honest, I wasn't expecting Ben to be as great as he was. I found Ben to be as engaged with the fans as anyone I've ever seen. He bent over backwards to give the fans what they wanted.
"I didn't anticipate Bryce getting his picture taken with him. So when it did happen, I literally got tears in my eyes. At 7, I would have given anything to have had the opportunity with Terry Bradshaw. Thanks to Ben's graciousness, a little boy's dream came true. And so did a father's, who lives through his little boy. Thanks Ben! Btw, I know exactly how the tattoo guy feels. I have a tattoo of Jack Lambert. I met him and he signed it. I had the auto tattooed as well. Now we want to see Ben again for a family pic. Hope to see him again, soon." -- Steve Bishop
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October 5, 2018 - The Roethlisbergers ROCK Steelers Style398 viewsThe littlest #7 (and his big arm) just a moment away from throwing a football into the crowd!
Photo: Steelers
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#BenjaminScissorhands827 viewsBen took great delight in assisting with the Annual Shear Da Beard event tonight at Jergels with Brett Keisel and his special bearded (but not for long) guest, Phil Bourque!
Photos: Trish, BrettKeisel.com & Bob Wessel.
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February 4, 20061838 viewsBen Roethlisberger & Josh Lucas
Super Bowl XL - ESPN The Magazine Experience - Day 3
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March, 2014 - Bruce Arians Inaugural Arizona Celebrity Golf Classic706 viewsBen is surrounded by the media prior to the start of the tournament.
Photo: Brad Gass, FOX 10
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American Century Golf Championship, July 13, 20061724 viewsAmerican Century Celeb-Am Tournament
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course
Team Results:
1st Place Mark Rypien - Team score 104
Prizes: Mizuno Driver, 3,5 woods - 3-SW Irons
2nd Place Ben Roethlisberger - Team score 103
Prizes: Mizuno Irons 3-SW
3rd Place Marshall Faulk - Team score 103
Prizes: Mizuno Driver, 3-5 woods
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May 4, 2013 - Sports Vault Shop at King of Prussia Mall1361 viewsPhoto: Ben Sheetz
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April 4, 2008 - Central Middle School2427 viewsBen talks to kids during an assembly held at Central Middle School today. Students from all three middle schools in Findlay were in attendance.
*Thanks Trish!
**Click on "Last uploads" at the top of the page to see the latest photos!
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2011 Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp1718 viewsTrai Essex & Willie Colon in a big congratulations hug with a camper after the tire throw challenge.
Photo and description: Anita Doddroe (please do not copy or re-post without her permission)
Click on any photo for a larger version.
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June 23, 2014 - The Third Annual Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Invitational1060 viewsThe tournament would not be complete without golfer & dad Ken Roethlisberger there.
*Click on any photo for a larger version.
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September 25, 2007 - Ben visits Carnegie Library1997 viewsBen reading his favorite book.
Thank you to Joann for the heads-up!
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