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Heroes at Home Plate with Rob O'Neill
Date and Time
Saturday May 2, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Saturday, May 2, 2026
5:30pm
Location
Robin Roberts Stadium
1415 N Grand Ave East
Springfield, IL 62702
Fees/Admission
Tickets start at $40
Contact Information
https://shoesbaseball.com/
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Description
Rob O’Neill to Kick Off “Heroes at Home Plate” Speaker Series at Robin Roberts Stadium on May 2, 2026
Springfield, IL — Robin Roberts Stadium is proud to welcome Rob O’Neill, former Navy SEAL and best known as the man who fired the shots that killed Osama bin Laden, as the keynote speaker for the first-ever "Heroes at Home Plate" event on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
The evening begins at 6:30 PM, with doors opening at 5:30 PM.
“Heroes at Home Plate” is a new speaker series designed to bring inspiring individuals from all walks of life to Springfield—people who have shown courage, leadership, and impact through their stories and experiences. Rob O’Neill’s journey from small-town Montana to one of the most elite units in the world, with over 400 combat missions, offers a powerful perspective on decision-making under pressure, resilience, and what it means to lead.
Ticket Options:
- General Admission: $40
- Box Seats: $55
- VIP Meet & Greet (Limited Availability): $150
- Includes exclusive on-field seating close to the stage
- Meet & greet opportunity with Rob O’Neill
Tickets are available now and expected to sell quickly, especially for the limited VIP experience.
This event is open to the public and is ideal for anyone interested in leadership, overcoming challenges, or hearing a behind-the-scenes account of one of the most well-known missions in recent history.
For tickets and more details, visit: https://lh1.glitnirticketing.com/lhticket/web/stadiumg_b_svgw.php?event_id=252&status_id=2
Rob O’Neill is a former Navy SEAL Team operator with a distinguished career spanning 17 years. He participated in some of the most high-profile missions in U.S. military history and has since become a bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host. Through his storytelling, he offers insights into leadership, risk-taking, and perseverance under extreme conditions.
