FAIRFIELD, OH (January 29, 2025)— Cincinnati Reds superstar Hunter Greene is a fan favorite at Great American Ballpark, serving up a killer fastball that is the envy of the league. Now, Greene will “pitch good character” as he works to carry forward the legacy of a past Reds’ icon, the late Joe Nuxhall.
Hunter Greene is the newest athlete to be featured in the Character Card series produced by The Nuxhall Foundation and the Joe Nuxhall Character Education Fund (and in partnership with the Reds Community Fund).
“I am honored to be partnered with the Nuxhall Foundation and represent the youth to the fullest!” says Greene of the recognition. “I’ve been blessed that baseball has opened so many amazing doors and will impact my life far beyond my playing years. Those doors have only opened because of my dedication to my craft but also the way I’ve treated those I’ve crossed paths with. The importance of being inclusive and allowing people’s voices to be heard in any space, has helped me become a leader and a role model for the next generation of major league citizens.”
Greene joins an impressive list of athletes and local celebrities to be featured in the Nuxhall Character Card series, including his teammate from the Reds bullpen and Moeller alum, Brent Suter. Other character champions featured in the card series include:
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer “The Mayor” Sean Casey
Local 12’s Sheila Gray
Middletown High School Alum and Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber
Cincinnati Reds batboy Teddy Kremer
Franklin High School star and Memphis Grizzlies point guard Luke Kennard
Instead of statistics, the reverse side of each Character Card features a special character-focused message from the athlete or celebrity.
The Nuxhall Character Card series started as a central project for The Joe Nuxhall Character Education Fund with Casey’s card in 2004. The cards are given to youth sports participants and elementary schoolers at various programs all across the country to help stress the importance of developing good character traits like determination, courage, self-discipline, sportsmanship, and more.
The card was produced with approval from the Cincinnati Reds and the Reds Community Fund. The Nuxhall Foundation offers sincere thanks to Karen Forgus (Chief Communications & Community Officer) and Charley Frank (Reds Community Fund Executive Director) for their support of the project.
“We know that children look up to athletes and local celebrities and want to be like them in so many ways,” says Nuxhall Foundation president and board chairman Kim Nuxhall. “Through the Character Card program, we hope to show these future leaders the real ingredients that have led those role models to successful lives—like integrity, focus, grit, compassion, and empathy. Those traits are what my Dad valued most, and they helped him to lead a life of impact throughout his career, and we are so lucky to see good people in our community carrying on that tradition.”
Greene recently modeled the good character that The Nuxhall Foundation values by offering a helping hand to those in need. A native Californian himself, Greene offered free baseball cleats to any travel baseball, high school, or college baseball players affected by the Palisades, Malibu and Altadena wildfires. Additionally, Hunter Greene has been deeply involved in the work of the Cincinnati Reds P&G Youth Academy, hosting clinics and supporting outreach initiatives that improve the lives of youth through baseball-themed outreach programs.
For this reason and so many more, Nuxhall says Greene was a natural choice to be featured in the series.
“From the moment I first interacted with Hunter, I knew he’s the type of player that my Dad would have admired for so many reasons,” says Nuxhall. “He is kind, hardworking, humble, and honest; and I have no doubt that those traits have been at the core of his unparalleled success. Youth athletes across our country can learn so much by watching and modeling Hunter’s attitude; he’s a professional in every sense of the word.”
For Greene, character is the ultimate driving force in his life both on and off the field.
“Other than becoming a World Series champion and a Hall of Famer,” says the Reds righty, “my focus is to help lead those to be the best versions of themselves in every aspect of life.”
If you have a youth sports team or program that you would like to receive Nuxhall Foundation Character Cards, please contact Nuxhall Foundation Executive Director Tyler Bradshaw at info@nuxhallmiracleleague.org.
About The Nuxhall Foundation
The Nuxhall Foundation is the legacy foundation for former Major League Baseball pitcher and longtime Cincinnati Reds broadcaster, Joe Nuxhall. The Joe Nuxhall Character Education Fund works tirelessly to “pitch good character” to children throughout Greater Cincinnati by delivering and underwriting programs that focus on character education. Another central project of The Nuxhall Foundation is The Joe Nuxhall Miracle League Fields—an entirely accessible baseball and recreational facility where every player with every challenge gets every chance to play.
For more information, visit http://www.nuxhallmiracleleague.org.
For all media inquiries or to schedule an appearance, please contact:
Tyler Bradshaw
(513) 839-6164
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Hunter Greene’s dedication to both the game and his community is truly inspiring! His commitment to character and leadership makes him a perfect fit for the Nuxhall Foundation’s mission. It’s great to see athletes using their platform to make a real difference. Whether you're hitting the field or cheering from the stands, rocking a Kansas City Royals leather jacket or a Los Angeles Lakers jacket is a great way to show your team pride while celebrating sportsmanship and integrity