BROOMALL, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- This Broomall family has a newfound passion, and it's making quite a statement in their backyard.

The Meehan family is growing a giant pumpkin together!

They'll be driving its estimated 2000 pounds to the State Fair of Virginia for a competition this weekend.

At last year's State Fair of Virginia, they were champions in the Giant Pumpkin & Veggie Weigh Off for the Giant Pumpkin category.

Their son Alex, who lives with autism, finds great focus and passion for this hobby.

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