"Mike was smart, kindhearted, determined, humble, funny, and an amazing athlete. I strive to be a role model for others like Mike was for so many."
Hanna Peterson, Receipient of Michael Sadler Award of Excellence, FHN, 2019
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Events
Show Your Spirit at Our Next Event
Come out and show your support at our next event! Wear your #3 gear, and if you need more, order here.
USA Today Lansing Sports Awards Show
June 30, 2021
Join us for the virtual award show. The Michael Sadler Scholar Athlete Award will be presented!
Mike Sadler Specialist Camp presented by Kohl's
July 12, 2021
Mike Sadler Specialist Camp presented by Kohl's - Grand Rapids
July 14 Pit Spitters Baseball Rivalry Night - Traverse City
This game benefits Michael Sadler Foundation and Chad Tough Foundation
July 18 or July 25 (TBD) Mike Sadler Legacy Celebration Location TBD
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Pit Spitters Baseball Rivalry Night - Traverse City
July 14, 2021
MSU vs. UofM Rivalry Night – Michigan State vs. University of Michigan! Show your allegiance and wear your favorite team! There will be a Silent Auction to benefit Chad Tough Defeat DIPG and The Michael Sadler Foundation - Get your tickets today!
Mike Sadler Legacy Celebration
July 18 or July 25
Date and Location TBD - stay tuned!!!
WhiteCaps Rivalry Night - Grand Rapids, MI
August 19, 2021
Whitecaps– MSU vs U of M Rivalry Game—Tribute to Michael Sadle
Please join the West Michigan Spartans and other Spartan fans at Fifth Third Ballpark for the 3rd annual MSU vs. U of M Rivalry game as the Whitecaps take on the Fort Wayne TinCaps!
The Whitecaps will pay a special tribute to Michael Sadler. All proceeds from the evening will benefit the Michael Sadler Foundation and the Chad Tough Foundation. Purchase your tickets today to help fill the stadium with Green and White!
Event Gallery
4th Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp
The 4th Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp, presented by Kohl’s Kicking. Jamie Kohl launched this event with his professional staff and local D1 kickers/punters at Forest Hills Northern High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Celly for Sadler
The Detroit Red Wings alumni team, college and high school hockey stars and some former Michigan State Spartan players organized a charity hockey game to help raise money for the Michael Sadler Foundation.
3rd Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp
The 3rd Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp, presented by Kohl’s Kicking. Jamie Kohl launched this event with his professional staff and local D1 kickers/punters on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Forest Hills Northern High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
3rd Annual Celebration of Life- The Legacy Continues
Hundreds gathered to celebrate the amazing life of Mike Sadler on July 14, 2019! Atwater Brewery, producers of Hey Diddle Diddle, hosted this year's 3rd Annual Mike Sadler Celebration of Life: The Legacy Continues.
Team SadlerStrong Represented in Fifth Third River Bank Run
Team SadlerStrong was represented at the Fifth Third River Bank Run on May 11, 2019. We had participants in all Fifth Third River Bank Run races and had an extra special surprise at the finish line for one of our runners!
3rd Annual Colorado Spartan Social
The Third Annual Colorado Spartans Social brought together Spartans for an exciting evening on May 10, 2019. Funds were raised to support the Michael Sadler Foundation!
FHN Retires #3 Jersey
Forest Hills Northern High School (Mike's Alma Mater) retired Mike's #3 Football Jersey Friday night, 9/28/18. Many people, including former teammates, came out to support the Huskies and this historic event.
Whitecaps honor Michael Sadler
The Whitecaps paid a special tribute to Michael Sadler, August 16, 2018. All proceeds from the evening benefited the Michael Sadler Foundation and the Chad Tough Foundation.
2nd Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp
The 2nd Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp, presented by Kohl’s Kicking. Jamie Kohl launched this event with his professional staff and local D1 kickers/punters on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Forest Hills Northern High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
1st Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp
The 1st Annual Mike Sadler Specialist Camp, presented by Kohl’s Kicking. Jamie Kohl launched this event with his professional staff and local D1 kickers/punters on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at Forest Hills Northern High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Hundreds from all over the state participated!
2nd Annual Celebration of Life
Hundreds gathered in downtown Grand Rapids Sunday for the second annual Mike Sadler Celebration of Life. (July 22, 2018)
Lansing Lugnuts Honor Mike Sadler
The Lansing Lugnuts celebrated Mike, his accomplishments, and what he meant to the world far beyond East Lansing.
His passion for life, his dedication to excellence, and his commitment to treating each person he encountered with dignity and respect will never be forgotten.
1st Annual Celebration of Life
Family and friends memorialize MSU’s Mike Sadler with celebration and honorary brew. Founders Brewing Co. debuted a new beer in honor of Mike Sadler.
Michael Sadler Foundation in the News
