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Brianna Miller1262 views...reps her Troy jersey in front of the family Christmas tree.

Photo: Cheryl Miller

(3 votes)

Gettin' his game face on early!1146 viewsBaby Braxton Wendel poses with his autographed Big Ben football (almost as big as he is) when he was just two months old.

Photo: Jody J. Wendel

(3 votes)

Graduation Day - May 6, 20129619 viewsBen received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Miami University during Divisional Recognition Ceremonies held at the Millett Assembly Hall on Sunday, May 6, 2012.

*Click on any photo for a larger version!

(3 votes)

1993 viewsFrom U.S. Army veteran Noah Galloway via twitter to @_BigBen7:

"It's a great feeling when Roethlisberger introduces himself to you and thanks you for your service. Great guy! It was incredible to have him come up to me...I really appreciated it! "

Noah had just completed the White Sands Missile Range 23rd Annual Bataan Memorial Death March in New Mexico, and was on his way home to Alabama when he met Ben at the airport. Noah and his team, TEAM X-T.R.E.M.E completed the 26.2 mile march wearing 47lb packs and gas masks.

Thank you so much to Noah!

(3 votes)

Veterans Day, 20111335 views"As a retired U.S. Marine Master Sgt., Thank You Big Ben for the many days of happiness and relief of stress that your style of play has brought me. You're one tough dude, keep playing hard and ... Go STEELERS !!!"

MSgt. George L. Hall
Retired USMC

(3 votes)

Serenaded by the Steelers and more...1926 viewsThis story comes from Madeline Robinson, Kids Wish Network (December, 2009):

A teen with a life-threatening illness had her wish to meet the Pittsburgh Steelers granted through Kids Wish Network and the generosity of the Steelers.

At 6-years-old, Cynthia was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the gastrointestinal tract. Because of this, she has endured multiple traumatic surgeries and dealt with both respiratory and kidney failures. Cynthia is on a strict daily medication regimen and must visit her doctor frequently.

Through another wish granting organization, Cindy's mother Darlene was referred to national children's charity Kids Wish Network. Darlene called the charity and told them about her daughter. They agreed that Cindy more than deserved a wish.

Kids Wish Network Wish Coordinator Vanessa talked to Cindy about her favorite things and the teen went on and on about how much of a Pittsburgh Steelers fan she was; it came as no surprise to Vanessa that when she asked Cindy what she wanted for her wish, Cindy said she wanted to meet her favorite NFL team on their home turf.

With the help of Wish Funding Specialist Donna and some outstanding local sponsors, Vanessa set out to organize a wish worthy of the Steelersâ€™ number one teen fan.

"It was all just awesome," said Cindy of her wish. "Vanessa did an awesome job!"

In addition to organizing accommodations, a trip to the spa and dinners for Cindy and her family in Pittsburgh, Vanessa worked closely with the Pittsburgh Steelers to arrange a weekend that Cindy would never forget: the first day in Pittsburgh, Cindy was escorted to Steelersâ€™ practice field where she watched the team run plays and then had the chance to meet the whole team followed by a personal tour of the Steelers' facilities; the next day, Cindy and her family got to experience the thrill of attending a game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Oakland Raiders.

"It was all so great! [It was] amazing!" said Cindy. "I thought I'd only meet one player and I was OK with that, but I met everyone! They all came up after [practice] and someone said "Merry Christmas" to me, and then they all burst into song! I was in shock!"

In addition to getting serenaded by the entire team, Cindy was also given an official Steelers football that every team member signed for her, including her favorite players: Ben Roethlisberger, Hines Ward and Troy Polamalu.

Watching the game the next day was simply an amazing experience for the teen, especially after having watched the team practice the day before.

"Everything was amazing. It wasnâ€™t like it was just one thing," said Cindy of her wish. "You know, like [they'd] send you to the game and then home and that's it. There were so many thing...it was all wonderful."

Now that she's home, Cindy has likened her wish experience to being treated like a princess and then having to get back to the rigors of everyday normal life.

"Thank you so much, everyone. It was great," said Cindy.

*Story and photo used with permission, Madeline Robinson, Kids Wish Network!

To learn more about the Kids Wish Network, please visit their website at:

http://www.kidswishnetwork.org/

(3 votes)

Training Camp, 2017605 viewsMichael Coatesâ€ @Coates_Burghfan
Still canâ€™t believe we got @_BigBen7 and @JJames18_ autographs. #SNUproud #HereWeGo

(2 votes)

Halloween, 2016622 views"One of our pumpkin carvings this year." -- Jeff Jones

(2 votes)

#7 is a Work of Art679 viewsKevin J Cousino, of KJC Custom Sports Figures made this awesome 3-figure â€œBig Ben â€“ Threw the Yearsâ€ display for the man himself.

â€œI was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio born and have been following Ben since his senior year in high school. I was approached about creating something special for him and this is how it started!

Findlay High School provided some awesome reference pictures for the one figure, and I researched his Miami uniform onlineâ€¦and well, the Steelers uniform I could do in my sleep, lol. As a fan of the team since I was five years old (1975) it was an honor to create something specially for him. I hope he likes it!â€ â€” Kevin.

You can check out more of his amazing creations here:

https://www.facebook.com/KJCCustomSportsFigures/?fref=ts

(2 votes)

Black & Ghoul Halloween - 2014813 viewsHere's my grandson Mason as Ben this Halloween. This is also Mason's first Halloween without his daddy, Treaver. Treaver was my son who unfortunately was killed in a terrible car crash July 23, 2014 at the young age of 20 by his friend who was driving drunk and while trying to pass a truck on the right side of the road recklessly lost control and ended up in oncoming traffic. My son was killed on impact. Treaver and I had a great relationship with the Steelers and watched all the games together, we even made it to a few in Pittsburgh. I try to make it to at least 1 game a year, however it's bittersweet this year and I won't be able to make the trip this season. I will make it there next season where his ashes will be spread there at Heinz Field. Heinz Field is a very special place for me to remember the best times we were able to share with each other.

Treaver played football from the age of 4 all the way up to high school, and he dreamed of playing for the Steelers organization after playing for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Treaver got in a little trouble and had to go to boarding school in Glen Mills Pennsylvania to get back on track and decided he wanted to counsel young kids who were also going down the wrong path. He never made it past his first year of college when the accident happened. I miss my son more than anyone can ever imagine and I want to spread the word about drinking and driving so no more parents have to bury their children.

I am very gracious to have Mason to continue the Steelers tradition with, and will be taking him to plenty of games as he grows older. before my son's passing he picked out Mason's jersey and said he couldn't be anything but Ben this year because it would bring Ben luck, it did bring him luck...Andrew Luck where he had the game of his career last week. We have Baltimore this week (my husbands team) and Mason and I will be wearing our jerseys so hopefully we bring you luck, and you can give me a win to shut my husbands mouth. Thank you for the opportunity to share a little about our story.

GO STEELERS !!!!!!!!!
Kimberly A Armstrong

(2 votes)

May 11, 2014 - Our Mother's Day message5530 views"Happy Motherâ€™s Day to our mommy. Sheâ€™s the best ever! Also happy Motherâ€™s Day to our grandmas and great grandmas!! Hope all the mothers have a great day!" â€“ Benjamin, Jr. (aka Cool Lilâ€™ Dude) and Baylee (â€œBrothers are so silly!â€).

Photo: Daddy

(Click on the photo for a larger version!)

(2 votes)

Stephanie and "Keisel"1087 views"My family tries to rep Pittsburgh as much as possible living in Cincinnati." -- Stephanie Yrttima

(2 votes)

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