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Celebrating Black History Month
Al Oliver Makes History on September 1, 1971
On September 1st, 1971,
Al Oliver played on the 1st all minority lineup in baseball history,
just 24 years after Jackie Robinson officially broke baseball’s color barrier.
Hear what Al Oliver had to say about that day.
Al Oliver is available to speak to your group on the significance of that day, and the lessons we can all learn.
Al Oliver Says GoodBye To His Friend Hank Aaron
Hank Aaron, one of the greatest to play the game, passed away peacefully.
With his 755 career home runs, Aaron broke the long-standing record of Babe Ruth which stood as an MLB record for 33 years. He hit 24 or more home runs every year from 1955 to 1973 and he is only one of two players to hit 30 or more home runs in a season at least 15 times.
In 1982, he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
Al Oliver's statement on the passing of his friend Hank Aaron:
"Many things I could say, but I will keep those memories close to my heart. I will say Thanks Hank for your endurances. Rest on Hank Aaron."
Hear Al Oliver's Message To Unify This Country
Former Pirate Champion Al Oliver understands how to unify this country.
This clip will impact you in a way that only Al Oliver can.
Pittsburgh pays tribute to its proud Negro Leagues history on 100th anniversary
“I thank the Negro League players for their fortitude, strength, wisdom, the enjoyment they gave fans all over the country,” Oliver said Thursday night. Read the full story...
Schedule Al Oliver Now To Speak at Your Next Event
Pictured: 1929 Pittsburgh Crawfords
Negro Leagues Centennial Commemoration
In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Negro League baseball, the Heinz History Center is partnering with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Josh Gibson Foundation, and Carnegie Museum of Art to host an engaging panel discussion on Thursday, Feb. 13.
The date marks exactly 100 years since the Negro National League – the first African American professional baseball league – was established at a YMCA in Kansas City, Mo.
The Negro League Centennial Commemoration at the History Center will examine the legacy and impact of the Negro Leagues here in Pittsburgh with an all-star panel featuring:
- Al Oliver, Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star outfielder and member of the 1971 World Series Champion team
- Sean Gibson, executive director, Josh Gibson Foundation; great-grandson of the legendary slugger
- Rob Ruck, professor of history, University of Pittsburgh; author of “Raceball”
- Samuel W Black, director of the African American Program at the Heinz History Center
- Charlene Foggie-Barnett, Teenie Harris Archive Specialist, Carnegie Museum of Art
The panel will be moderated by Pittsburgh Pirates play-by-play announcer Joe Block.
The event will also showcase the world of Negro League baseball through the images of legendary Pittsburgh photographer Charles “Teenie” Harris, courtesy of the Teenie Harris Archive at the Carnegie Museum of Art.
As home to two of the Negro League’s most dominant teams – the Homestead Grays and Pittsburgh Crawfords – Pittsburgh was once the center of Negro League baseball. The legacy of the city’s Negro League teams is evident inside the walls of Cooperstown, as 15 players from the Grays and Crawfords are enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The event includes access to the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, where visitors can see that legacy on display, including a rare Homestead Grays uniform, a glove worn by legendary hurler Satchel Paige, and a lifelike figure of Josh Gibson.
-- Reprint from Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.
ADMISSION
Doors open at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m.
Admission to this event is FREE and includes access to all six floors of History Center exhibitions. Pre-registration by Feb. 7 is required.
'71 Pittsburgh Pirate Champion
Very few professional athletes have performed at the highest level of achievement as consistently as Al Oliver.
His career stats have outpaced even many of the existing player now in the Hall of Fame.
#1 Motivational Speaker
Now Al Oliver is using his exceptional speaking skills to motivate people all over the world.
His message about overcoming adversity inspires people to work together to build winning teams.
Let Al Oliver motivate your team to achieve at a championship level.
Al Oliver's Mission
My Pledge To You
“I, Al Oliver, pledge to use the knowledge and skills derived from my professional baseball career, and from my personal life experiences, to enrich the lives of people all over the world”
"My dedication is to give people of all ages the inspiration to develop themselves professionally, emotionally, and spiritually."
"I believe in living with high moral standards, high self-esteem, and working to become better citizens in our communities."
Al "Scoop" Oliver
The Al Oliver Story
The Man With a Message:
Life's A Hit - Don't Strike Out!
Willie Stargell once told me my gift would be public speaking, because of no notes and speaking from the heart.
As time has moved , another ingredient and just as important, I have lived it. Life has dealt me some serious blows but I have stood amidst them with confidence and steadfastness.
Simply put, give me a bat and I will deliver. Give me a platform and I will deliver.
Always looking for a platform where I can help someone be positive in a negative situation, I seek every opportunity to motivate them. The other benefit is that while motivating them, I end up motivating myself at the same time.
That is my Goal and my Gift.
“Let the 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates prove to all that if your hearts and minds are in the right place, religion, or national origin doesn’t matter, if your goals are in common, and you are about what’s right.” Al Oliver
My message is about winning. Winning on the field and winning in life. Everyone has a part in the games to play. Do yours with the best of your ability, and you will hit it out of the park.
My official website is my way of staying connected to the people who have graciously supported me throughout my career, and my life.
Here you will find out about Al Oliver, the exceptional athlete, but more importantly about Al Oliver the Man.
Principles and integrity are what I live by, faith in God is what I stand on, and giving back to my fans is what I’m doing.
Hope you enjoy the site.
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Meet The Al Oliver Team
Al Oliver is available to speak at the following events:
- National/International Personal Appearances
- Corporate Events
- Colleges and Universities
- Non-Profit/Social Events
- National Endorsements and Interview
Contact Carole to book Al Oliver for your event.
Rob Timm
Social Media Manager
As 20 year friend and fan of Al Oliver, Rob has experience coaching at the high school level, played on an ASA state championship men's slow pitch softball team, and is currently working at Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe, OH.
Rob's statistical analysis has been featured in publications illustrating how HOF worthy Al Oliver's career performance remains.
Dan Burkhardt
Local Community Events Coordinator
Dan Burkhardt is the main contact person for local community events around the Portsmouth, Ohio area. To schedule local appearances for Al Oliver, Dan can be reached at the following number: +1-740-357-2501
To get merchandise signed from Al Oliver, please send your checks to Dan at the following address: P.O. 314, South Webster, OH 45682.
Dan would love to hear feedback from you. E-mail Dan at dburkhardt50@yahoo.com
Albert Powell
Website and Technical Consultant
Albert Powell is an author, entrepreneur, digital marketing strategist for creating innovative marketing campaigns.
Albert designs and maintains the Al-Oliver.com website, and is a contributor to Al Oliver's new book, "Life's A Hit, Don't Strike Out".
Albert is honored to call Al Oliver a "Hall of Fame" friend.
Albert is the founder of The Super Achievers Network, and has just released his latest book, "Are You A Super Achiever".
E-mail Albert at Albert@Al-Oliver.com or Learn more about Albert Powell.
“To my fans: Thanks for your continued support during my career and throughout my life."
- Al "Scoop" Oliver