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Angels Baseball Pitcher Samy Natera Jr. Visits Easterseals’ Adult Day Services

Angels baseball pitcher Samy Natera Jr. and the Angels Strike Force visit Easterseals SoCal's Pyott Center Adult Day Services program to connect with fans and participants.

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Prior to the Los Angeles Angels facing off against the Texas Rangers, Angels Baseball pitcher Samy Natera Jr. and the Angels Strike Force made time to visit Easterseals SoCal’s Pyott Center earlier that day to meet some of the team’s biggest fans!

The Pyott Center provides Adult Day Services (ADS) for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, offering opportunities to become active members of the community while building work- and life-related skills through social activities, volunteer work and community service projects.

“It was fun getting to know him personally!" said ADS participant Jordan enthusiastically. 

A baseball player poses for a group photo with two participants wearing Los Angeles Angels apparel at a community event.
Participants, staff, and a visiting baseball player gather for a large group photo during a community celebration.
A participant wearing a Los Angeles Angels jersey and cap sits at a table during a baseball-themed activity with others in the background.

Angels Spirit Takes Over the Pyott Center

Participants and staff alike donned their favorite Angels Baseball gear to greet the six-foot-four pitcher, who towered over his admirers. Natera Jr. played Angels trivia with participants, signed autographs and posed for photos before everyone enjoyed lunch together. Attendees also received Angels T-shirts and other giveaway items.

“Samy's visit brought excitement, laughter and friendly competition,” said Maria Vega, Director, Adult Day Services, Pyott Center. “Our participants had an amazing time playing trivia, sharing their knowledge and cheering each other on. It was a memorable experience for everyone. There were a lot of smiles.”

"I really like that I got the opportunity to get Samy's autograph,” said Ed. “and that he asked questions about baseball and tested my knowledge." 

A Winning Combination: Baseball & Community

For the ADS participants, it was a special day filled with baseball, laughter and plenty of Angels spirit—and a great reminder that sometimes the best victories happen off the field, too.

Learn more about Easterseals Adult Day Services and how we support people with developmental disabilities thrive in their communities. 

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