The Heights

Frates’ Jersey Retirement Shows Best of BC Athletics

The Heights Editorial Board • May 4, 2016

"The retirement of Frates’ jersey is a worthwhile celebration of the good he has done while also raising more awareness for the cause he still fights for."

Birdball To Retire Pete Frates’ Number

Riley Overend • May 4, 2016

For just the second time in program history, BC baseball will retire a number—Pete Frates' No. 3 jersey—in a pregame ceremony on Saturday.

A Decade Later, Frates Remains the Heartbeat of Birdball

Alec Greaney • April 24, 2016

Despite the unbelievable success of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, Pete Frates and his family aren't done fighting for awareness and research for the disease.

Birdball Plays For Pride (and Pete) in Fort Myers

Alec Greaney • February 29, 2016

When the Eagles play the Red Sox every year, it's more than just a game.

‘This Is About Family’: Nancy Frates On ALS And Moving Forward

Josh Metzner • November 13, 2015

Nancy Frates, whose son helped make the Ice Bucket Challenge go viral, spoke Thursday night.

Despite Obstacles, Birdball Still Seeks A Playoff Berth

Alec Greaney • April 23, 2015

Behind the efforts of great recruiting and recent development, BC baseball is having its best season since 2009.

Pete Frates Named PRWeek Communicator Of The Year

Gus Merrell • March 23, 2015

Pete Frates was named Communicator of the Year by PRWeek for his success with starting and spreading the ALS Icebucket Challenge and raising awareness for the disease.

More Than Just A Drop In The Bucket

Samantha Costanzo • September 7, 2014

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has raised millions for research during a single month. Pete Frates, BC '07, is credited with popularizing the video on social media.

Fenway’s finest

John Regan • April 27, 2006

Tuesday evening at Fenway Park, Boston College and Harvard University's baseball teams played for the baseball Beanpot championship.