We’re honored to announce that our documentary, “Yogi Berra: Faith, Family & Baseball,” has been officially selected by the Religion Faith International Film Festival! This marks our first official film festival laurel — a meaningful milestone that celebrates the heart and spirit behind Yogi’s story.
This film was created to share a side of Yogi rarely explored — his deep faith, devotion to family, and love of the game that inspired generations on and off the field.
We’re grateful for this recognition and look forward to continuing to share the great story of Yogi with audiences everywhere.
Legends Remembered: Yogi Berra is a heartfelt tribute to one of baseball’s most enduring legends. Blending rare photographs, archival footage, and intimate reflections, the film offers a deeply personal look at the life, faith, and legacy of Lawrence “Yogi” Berra.
Set against the backdrop of Yogi’s final resting place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, the documentary features a moving conversation between his eldest son, Larry Berra, and Father Gabriel Costa, a Catholic priest and Sabermetrics pioneer from West Point. Together, they reflect on Yogi’s remarkable career, his quiet but profound Catholic faith, and the timeless impact he made on the game—and on those who knew him best.
To watch the documentary trailer, click the YouTube video below.
As a player, Yogi was an 18 x All-Star (1948-1961 and 1962), 13 x World Series Champion (1947, 1949-1953, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1969, 1977, 1978), 3 x American League MVP, had his number 8 retired in 1972.
He also managed the Yankees in 1964, when they won the American League pennant, and served as a coach for several winning seasons, including back-to-back World Series titles in 1977 and 1978.
Yogi joined the New York Mets as a coach in 1965 and played a vital role during the “Miracle Mets” season in 1969 when they won the franchise’s first-ever World Series championship. He became the Mets’ manager in 1972 and led the Mets to the National League pennant in 1973.
Yogi’s unique distinction of winning pennants in both leagues highlights his adaptability and lasting influence on both New York baseball franchises, further cementing Yogi’s place in baseball lore.
Larry, now retired after running his own commercial flooring business for pharmaceutical plants, spends most days playing softball with his 70+ men’s travel league and feels his father’s legacy is far more incredible than any World Series ring or accolade.
“For Dad, it wasn’t about fame or records,” Larry reflects. “He wanted to be remembered as someone who loved his family, faith, and friends. He was just happy to be a part of people’s lives.”
Learn more about Gate of Heaven Cemetery and Mausoleum at www.GateofHeavenCemetery.org.
Explore baseball history at the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center at www.yogiberramuseum.org.
Discover the burial sites of Major League Baseball players and executives nationwide at https://fortress.maptive.com/ver4/SABRGravesMap.