# a special tribute Bianca Bryant throws first pitch at Dodgers game honoring Kobe Bryant in a heartfelt tribute that touched the hearts of fans and sports enthusiasts alike Bianca Bryant the youngest daughter of the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant took to the mound at Dodger Stadium on August 25th 2023 the 7-year-old threw the first pitch in a touching ceremony honoring her father who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash in January 2020 join joed by her supportive mother Vanessa Bryant Bianca's moment was more than just another first pitch it was an act of remembrance and love for her father a celebrated sports figure and philanthropist # the special moment as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays Bianca who clearly was full of excited energy wounded up and delivered an impressive pitch that sailed down the plate perfectly caught by Dodgers right fielder mie bats the crowd erupted in cheers celebrating the young girl whose connection to her father is constantly being felt through acts of love and Remembrance Vanessa along with Bianca and her other daughters Natalya and Capri dawned matching Dodgers jerseys with Kobe's iconic no 24 on the back continuing a tradition that honors the legacy of the Black Mamba it's particularly poignant as August 24th the day before this memorable game was officially recognized as Kobe Bryant day in Los Angeles and Orange County highlighting the importance and lasting impact of his contributions to both basketball and the community # a family Legacy laid bare this tribute stands as part of a larger tapestry of remembrance for Kobe Bryant whose influence stretched far beyond his accomplishments on the basketball court the Bryant family has consistently engaged in initiatives to honor his memory and promote Sports and activities for young athletes especially girls later in the evening Vanessa shared photos and highlights from the day on her Instagram expressing gratitude towards the Dodgers Organization for their support of the Mamba and mambasa sports Foundation an organization dedicated to creating positive social change through Sports she wrote thank you at Dodgers for supporting our at Mamba mambasa Sports Foundation love # A continuing Legacy this was not the first time a Bryant has taken the mound at a Dodgers game in September 2023 Natalia also threw the ceremonial first pitch and in June 2000 the Elder Bryant himself began the tradition by throwing a first pitch at Dodger Stadium these moments are entrenched in the fabric of L sports history serving as powerful reminders of the city's love for the Bryant family fans attending that day were treated to special edition Kobe jerseys celebrating what would have been his 46th birthday just days before the jerseys feature a snake print design alongside gold and black colors paying homage to the Black Mamba and showcasing numbers 8 and 24 Kobe's iconic jersey numbers all prime examples of the deeply rooted connections between Los Angeles sports and the Bryant Legacy # festivities and ceremonies the tribute continued with pregame ceremonies involving former Lakers Legends such as Michael Cooper and James Worthy who all threw out the first pitch alongside Vanessa and her daughters following the game fans enjoyed a great Grand drone show Illuminating the night sky in Lakers colors a spectacular display further embedding the night in memory and celebration of Kobe Bryant the event Illustrated how the Los Angeles community continues to embrace Kobe's Legacy and maintain his memory alive in various ways the unveiling of a new Statue honoring both Kobe and GI earlier that month outside the crypto Karina was another major spectacle showing that the Bryant family's impact is undeniably enduring the statue designed by Karen Davis depicts Kobe with his arm around his daughter Giana adorned with angel wings in the background symbolizing not only their incomparable Bond but the transformative influence they both had on the World of Sports and Beyond it stands as both an educational and inspirational peace reflecting Kobe's and giana's dedication to women and girls in sports # hashtag conclusion the city of Los Angeles has not only honored Kobe Bryant in countless forms but has also kept his Spirit Alive through his family and the values he embodied the touching display during the Dodgers game featuring Bianca was a reminder of the bonds of family and of the Everlasting Legacy that Kobe Left Behind as sports figures and fans alike continued to celebrate his contributions to basketball the tribute stands as a potent Testament to the love and inspiration he imparted which will surely Echo for generations to come