June 7, 2008 - Trent Clark, former MLB Strength and Conditioning Coach helps out Make-A-Wish Illinois

On Saturday, Trent and his family attended the Make-A-Wish Pedal for Wishes event, in Skokie, IL. Despite some minor bike trouble by Trent in the 10 mile ride, the entire family had a wonderful time.

The event included a Children's Pedal Parade where kids of all ages decorated and rode their big wheels, wheelchairs, strollers, bikes, tricycles and wagons. The Parade granted a wish for 14 year old Ryan. Ryan is unable to ride a bike because of seizures caused by Lennox-Gastaut Syndrom. Make-a-Wish provided a Team Dual Trike that Ryan can ride with his parents and take home to enjoy. Ryan and his new bike led the Pedal Parade and realized his Wish of riding a bike.


About Make-A-Wish Illinois
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois is the second largest Make-A-Wish chapter in the United States, granting over 600 wishes last year. Since its start locally in 1985, more than 7,500 children battling life-threatening medical conditions have gained strength and hope as they experience a wish come true. The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois serves children throughout Illinois.