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Her unsung hero stepped in when her dad couldn't be there

NPR
Published February 25, 2026 at 4:17 PM EST

Olivia Joffrey's teacher organized a Father's Day softball game for students and their dads. But Joffrey's father was sick and not able to be there for his daughter. Her unsung hero stepped in.

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