The Silent Natural
Family
History
He Made Thousands of Fans Cheer, But Never Heard One.
William Hoy was one of the first Deaf Major League Baseball players in the 1800's. Being deaf, he introduced hand signals for strike and ball to the game and overcame many obstacles to become one of the greatest players of his time.
2019-06-02
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Cast
Sam J. Jones as Jacob Hoy
Sheree J. Wilson as Rebecca Hoy
Marshall R. Teague as Dooley
Barry Livingston as Frank Selee
Richard Herd as Mr. Beagle
Vernon Wells as Sarah's Father
Barry Pearl as Milwaukee Owner
Anne Lockhart as Mrs. Hart
Kathleen Kinmont as Mrs. McCall
Tyler Mane as Tommy McCarthy
Courtney Gains as Tug Wilson