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'Father Knows Best'233 viewsRoethlisberger and his wife Brenda moved to the Western Pennsylvania area to be closer to Ben, his wife Ashley and their three kids, Benjamin, Baylee and Bodie, just enjoying quality family time whenever they can. And a lot of that time for Ken and Ben, is spent enjoying the outdoors, something they have done from day one.
“I would say being outdoors is our favorite,†said Roethlisberger. “We golf together. We enjoy that. But hunting and fishing because I think it gets him away from sports. He has taken us on long trips to get away, we went to Alaska, to Brett Keisel’s place in Wyoming. We went to trout streams in Central Pennsylvania. We hunt around here together. Those are when we connect the best.
“When he was a kid it was all sports, things in the yard. It’s nice to get him away from that. That is where we connect the best now.
“We love to fish. I used to do it as a kid. When I grew up, I had two older brothers and our father would take us fly fishing in Michigan in junior high. I learned to do that. We fished when Ben was a kid. When he was in junior high. I took him to Michigan like my dad did with me and he learned to fly fish. That is something our family has done together.â€
Even Ben’s kids are now fishing, although not fly fishing yet, and it makes Ken thrilled to see the tradition passed down.
“It’s special, especially since it’s something different than what he is known for,†said Roethlisberger. “It’s what God has created for us. It’s been special for the whole family. For my dad to teach me, me teach him and him pass it on to his kids, it’s hard to beat that as a father. That is just what you hope for.â€
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March 2, 2011 - Determination paid off for Heather Scott!579 viewsWe sat across from the OU bench, and I scanned the crowd for any sign of Big Ben. I saw a really big guy with a blonde woman on his arm enter the arena from the tunnel and make their way to the press table. I spent the entire first half determining whether that really was Ben, but when I saw him sign a jersey for someone, BAM! I knew it was Ben for sure AND he gave an autograph! (HA! in your face Uncle Jim!) Well adrenaline kicked in and I made my way to Guest Services, where I explained that I was from the Burgh area, had my terrible towel, and asked if they could possibly get it to him to sign. Yeah… Not quite. They didn’t budge and in fact tried to act like it wasn’t Ben. I wasn’t giving up. I asked if they knew anyone else that could possibly help me. Surprisingly they directed me to a gentleman in a suit standing just down the hall. Although he empathized, he said as an OU employee he could not take me to Ben, nor take anything to him for an autograph. He explained that Ben didn’t want his attendance announced as he didn’t want to take away from his sister’s Senior Night. BUT this gentlemen understood my plight, and who knew, he was from Pittsburgh too! He suggested I try to meet Ben outside of the arena.
We stayed through Carlee’s senior tribute, then headed to the parking area. Just as I came around the corner of the building, he and Ashley were headed in my direction from the opposite side. Once he got close enough I kindly asked if he’d “do a Pittsburgh gal a favor and take a picture with me.†At least that’s what my friend said I said (lol).
Ben was so nice to stop, and said “Sure, come onâ€. My heart was beating a million miles a minute. I could not believe it! I hopped on over and put my small arm around him – I’m pretty sure squeezing his side way too tight, and had the biggest smile on my face...
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October 11, 2012 - Richard Culliver912 viewsRichard receives a penalty flag (lol) from Mr. Guns himself, NFL referee Ed Hochuli!
Photo: Moose Cunningham
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The Coatses Family436 viewsThis is Mike Coates, the man behind the 'Burgh Cave" and his beautiful family!
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October, 2013 - Kevin Andariese950 views"Thanks Big Ben. This is Awesome!" -- Kevin
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April 13, 2012 - New York Yankees Opening Day4777 views"Player introductions." -- Ben
(click on any photo for a larger version)
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Ben toolin' around in his ATV3399 viewsThank you to both Tigger and Deanna for this photo!
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The McKelvy Christmas tree1511 views"Superstars top the Christmas tree at the McKelvy residence in Mt. Vernon, IL. Go Steelers!"
Andy, Kelly, Dawson, Addy & Hayden
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February 7, 2017 - San Diego Safari Park673 viewsWhoa now….we’re a little too close to the Lion Camp for the family photo, which means I’m gonna need a diaper change – ASAP!! — Bodie.
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October 20, 2013: Ravens vs Steelers846 viewsTwo lucky fans get to meet Big Ben before the game.
Photo: Dr. Ronald Cypher
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April 5, 2008 - Second Annual Ben Roethlisberger Challenge2063 viewsPhotos & Story by Trish:
"They showed the opposing team NO MERCY..Ben's team never stopped..stealing and dunking.. Ben made several 3-pointers."
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Easter Sunday, April 1, 2018640 viewsAll smiles and excitement just before the Easter egg hunt!!
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