Baseball in Altoona: From the Mountain City to the Curve

Set against the backdrop of Altoona's baseball history, the narrative highlights the brief presence of the Mountain City team in 1884 and the subsequent challenges the town faced in sustaining professional baseball for over a century. Despite the ups and downs, the community's passion for the sport remained evident, culminating in the successful arrival of the Curve in 1999. This resurgence, marked by a remarkable turnout of fans, showcases Altoona's enduring love for baseball and its evolution over the years.