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bernie williams receives the roberto clemente youth award this weekend during the clemente family's fourth annual gala and golf tournament fundraiser, to benefit roberto clemente sports city, a a 304 acre youth recreational and sports facility in carolina, puerto rico.

the award is presented annually by the clemente family to the individual or individuals who best exemplify the leadership, passion and dedication to youth athletics both on and off the field, and who personifies the humanitarian ideals of clemente.

williams is being honored, in part for his contributions as the "captain" of the children’s health fund/yankees home run club. williams makes a donation every time the yankees hit a home run during the season, and between his and other member's contributions, the home run club has raised over one million dollars for the children’s health fund.


in other bernie news, at least we know joe torre wants him back...