Growing up in Nigeria, Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate had a childhood friend paralyzed from the waist-down due to polio. The boy couldn’t go to school because of his condition, and one day, sitting in ...

Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and the first pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. The Bats will honor the life and legacy of Louisville legend Muhammad Ali during the game.

Ali understands. The late Muhammad Ali and his wife have always supported Louisville’s athletics program. The couple would frequent football games and had a special love for the baseball team ...

This event was part of the Ali Center’s 9th Annual Ali Fest, a weeklong celebration honoring his legacy. The Louisville Bats will host Muhammad Ali Night at Slugger Field Thursday as well.