The city has produced several notable professional sports talents. Current and former Major League Baseball players Kevin Seitzer, Jeff Fassero, Ryan O'Malley, Jason and Justin Knoedler, and Hall of Famer Robin Roberts were all born in Springfield.Jeff Fassero , Player Pages, Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 21, 2007.Kevin Seitzer , Player Pages, Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 21, 2007.Ryan O'Malley , Player Pages, Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 21, 2007.Robin Roberts , Player Pages, Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 21, 2007. Springfield's largest baseball field, Robin Roberts Stadium at Lanphier Park, takes its full name in honor of Roberts and his athletic achievements. Former MLB player Dick "Ducky" Schofield is currently an elected official in Springfield, and his son Dick also played in the Major Leagues, as does Ducky's grandson, Jayson Werth. Ducky, Dick, and Jayson were all born in Springfield. Ducky's daughter (and Jayson's mother) Kim Schofield Werth, also from Springfield, is a track star who competed in the U.S. Olympic Trials. National Basketball Association players Dave Robisch, Kevin Gamble, and Andre Iguodala are all from the city.Lew Freedman. Gamble Paying Off, Chicago Tribune, February 10, 2007.Andre Iguodala to Donate $19,000 to Assist Tornado Relief Efforts in Springfield, Ill. , Press Release, Philadelphia 76ers, April 4, 2006. Retrieved February 21, 2007 Long-time NFL announcer (NBC) and former Cincinnati Bengal Pro Bowl tight end Bob Trumpy is a city native, having graduated from Springfield High School. Former NFL wide receiver Otto Stowe was a 1967 graduate of the now-defunct Feitshans High School. A UFC fighter, Matt Mitrione, attended and played football for Sacred Heart Griffin. He also played in the NFL as an undrafted free agent.
