Joe Morgan Mural Dedication

On Saturday, October 9, a new mural of Hall of Famer Joe Morgan was dedicated at the P&G MLB Cincinnati Reds Youth Academy in Roselawn. The mural depicts Joe from his Big Red Machine days. The 120’ wide by 35’ feet high work of art is featured prominently on the west wall of the training facility located on Joe Morgan Way.

Click below to read more about this special ceremony and how Joe’s legacy lives on through the academy.

We wish we could be here today, but please know we are with you in spirit to personally express how deeply honored we are to witness the extraordinary mural that perfectly depicts who Joe Morgan was as a human being, all he represented, and what he spent years fighting for. He relentlessly advocated to level the playing field for underserved children, adolescents, and adults, and championing for them until his vision was recognized and supported. He was much more than an incredible athlete because at the core of his heart was the goal to ensure that communities benefitted from his electrifying passion, tremendous talent, and far-reaching dreams. He has paved the way for so many and now our family will continue to follow in his footsteps to support the Reds Youth Academy. Thank you to the City of Cincinnati, and the Reds organization for supporting his vision. It is also with a great deal of pride and gratitude that we thank the incredible, talented artist, Brent Billingsley who has brought Joe Morgan’s legacy to life.
Statement from Joe’s widow Theresa

REDS YOUTH ACADEMY RIBBON CUTTING

On August 22, 2014, the P&G MLB Cincinnati Reds Youth Academy was officially unveiled, marking what Joe Morgan termed one of the proudest moments of his career. Among those joining Joe for the ribbon cutting ceremony were then-MLB Commissioner Bud Selig, fellow Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, Reds CEO Bob Castellini and several Reds players, including Joey Votto.