Roger Lolly

Roger Edward Lolly (born August 24, 1977 in Fort Myers, Florida) is a former center fielder for Minor league baseball and Division One in Europe. Teams include: Gulf Coast Braves (1999-2001), and the Brussels Kangaroos (2003). Became the second player to ever compete in professional sports after receiving a full hip joint replacement. Lolly underwent surgery in December 2003 and was back on the baseball field just three months later.

He graduated from , and went on to attend Edison Community College. Lolly was not drafted but eventually was picked up by Atlanta's rookie league team.

Lolly made his European debut on March 27, 2003 as a Brussels Kangaroo. He is considered by many to be one of the top center fielders in Belgium's history.

After one year in Brussels, Roger signed with the Namur Angels but could not come to terms with his contract. He had offers to play in other countries when the contract fell through. He declined all offers and officially retired from the game in 2003.

Roger currently lives in Fort Myers, Florida with his wife Kristen and daughter Zoe. He is currently working in the finance industry.

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