Pirates’ in-game host urges students to pursue dreams
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December 13, 2022

Pirates’ in-game host urges students to pursue dreams

By Mon Valley Independent

By TAYLOR BROWN

tbrown@yourmvi.com

Joe Klimchak, in-game host for the Pittsburgh Pirates, is just an ordinary guy who happened to land an extraordinary dream job. Klimchak visited Monessen High School/Middle School Monday after being invited by the Leo Club to share his story with students in hopes of inspiring them to achieve their dreams, just by being themselves and taking small steps toward their goals. 

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