Patrick Renna, who starred as Hamilton “Ham” Porter in the film “The Sandlot,” was the featured speaker Feb. 13 during A-State Baseball’s Grand Slam Banquet. Held at First National Bank Arena, the event included autographs by the A-state team, food, a silent auction and a celebration of the 2023 baseball season. Philip Way presented A-State catcher John Hoskyn of Stuttgart with the 2023 Ed Way Heart & Hustle Award.