Amputee Athletes Inspire Community | Sioux City News

Sioux City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

When the Louisville Slugger Warriors—national amputee baseball champs—rolled into town, they didn’t just bring the heat on the field; they brought inspiration. Local hero Colton DeRocher and coach Curtis Pride showed that limb differences don’t define your dreams, proving resilience and grit can turn any setback into a slam dunk. It was more than a game: it was First Responder Appreciation Day, with cops, firefighters, and state troopers joining in for innings of fun—and bonding—with kids and fans alike. Sergeant Chris Jansen called it a family event, a rare chance to see heroes off-duty…