Archives for May 2015

Drive Business Downtown Returns Tuesday

May 4, 2015

“Drive for 5” to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank

On Tuesday, May 12th, the Greenville Drive will celebrate the 5th annual Drive Business Downtown Day presented by Elliott Davis Decosimo at Fluor Field. First pitch for the Drive’s game against the Hagerstown Suns is scheduled for 2:05 PM.

Drive Business Downtown is a celebration in and about the heart of Greenville. Attendees will be able to enjoy the game with co-workers, network with downtown business associates, entertain clients and prospects and watch company execs in on-field games.

Harvest Hope Food Bank will once again serve as this year’s Drive Business Downtown charity, and in honor of this being the 5th Drive Business Downtown game, the Drive are encouraging all fans to “Drive for 5” by bringing 5 canned goods or $5 to donate to Harvest Hope.

Following the Drive game, there’s more baseball to come at Fluor Field, as the BB&T College Baseball Series concludes with the Clemson Tigers squaring off against the Furman Paladins at 7:00 PM. Separate tickets will be required for the Clemson-Furman game.

For more information about the Drive Business Downtown game, call (864) 240-4500. Go Drive!

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Greenville Drive. Click here to view the original story.

Ducks Team with Oak Clinic to Send MS Quaking

May 4, 2015

Ducks play catch with kids on field prior to MS awareness day at Canal Park.

(AKRON, OHIO) May 4, 2015 – The Akron RubberDucks hosted the Oak Clinic for Multiple Sclerosis’ second annual Diamond Oak fundraiser during the Sunday, April 26 game at Canal Park, helping to raise almost $60,000 of dollars for MS awareness.

Funds were raised through a pre-game 1K Fun Run on the field and family catch in the outfield, and the Oak Clinic’s ticket sales for the game. The 1K Fun Run had 108 children participating and the almost 1,000 tickets were sold by the Oak Clinic.

“On behalf of the Oak Clinic for Multiple Sclerosis, I would like to thank the Akron RubberDucks for their support of our MS community. The overwhelming support from our friends, family, and community assisted the Oak Clinic in both raising almost $60,000 and educating over 2,200 grade school students about MS,” said Oak Clinic Director of Development Sue Arnold.

“We are proud to partner with the Oak Clinic and help raise funds and awareness to such a great cause,” said RubberDucks General Manager Jim Pfander. “On behalf of the Akron RubberDucks, I want to thank everyone from the kids who raised money to participate in the pre-game Fun Run, to the volunteers, patients, families and supporters of the Oak Clinic who attended the game. Seeing the Canal Park filled with fans wearing orange to recognize MS awareness was a humbling moment and we are excited to help the community and those affected by MS.”

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. The 2015 season is its 19^th since moving to Canal Park and its second as the RubberDucks. For more information featuring the Akron RubberDucks, go to www.AkronRubberDucks.com or call 330-253-5151. They are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks and Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Akron RubberDucks. Click here to view the original story.

“CHASERS COMMUNITY WEEK” May 4-9

May 4, 2015

Planned Events for “Chasers Community Week”

Monday, May 4 – Storm Chasers staff members and Storm Chasers players volunteered from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. as part of “Rebuilding Together.” The participants helped Helen, an 87-year-old resident, with painting in various rooms and yard clean-up. Storm Chasers players Matt Fields and Buddy Baumann took part in the volunteering from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5 – Storm Chasers players, as well as select Storm Chasers staff, will visit kids at the Children’s Hospital from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6 – The Storm Chasers had “Phil the Pig” at the Children’s Museum in April for the Autism Action Partnership, and a check of donations will be presented at the game. Tickets will be donated to families involved with the Omaha Children’s Museum Autism Night.
Thursday, May 7 – Players and Storm Chasers staff will serve lunch at the Open Door Mission from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Friday, May 8 – The Storm Chasers will donate 50 tickets to have four Boys Town Houses come to the Friday night game, with a first pitch for each house. Storm Chasers players will greet and take photos before the game.
Saturday, May 9 – Partnering with Western Bowl and Muscular Dystrophy Association, a majority of the Storm Chasers roster is scheduled to bowl and interact with MDA families in an exclusive event from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Omaha Storm Chasers. Click here to view the original story.

New England Federal Credit Union And Lake Monsters Team Up For CHAMP Sightings

May 3, 2015

BURLINGTON, VT — New England Federal Credit Union and the Vermont Lake Monsters will once again be teaming up this year to actively support the community by offering free CHAMP appearances (called “CHAMP Sightings”) to non-profit organizations and other programs that share their commitment to enhancing the well being of the local communities.

“Whether it is at the ballpark or out in the community, CHAMP stands for so many positive things,” said Nate Cloutier, Lake Monsters’ Executive Director – Sales & Marketing. “He creates smiles and memories, and it is such a joy to work with New England Federal Credit Union on bringing CHAMP in to the community to enhance these local events. To see CHAMP at awareness walks or at the hospital, and see the smile and hear the laughter is priceless.”

This partnership between New England Federal Credit Union and the Lake Monsters will give certain organizations and programs the opportunity to have CHAMP make an appearance at their event for no charge.

Organizations and programs interested in participating in the “CHAMP Sightings” program, and having CHAMP attend their event for free must submit a formal application that can be downloaded from CHAMP Sightings page on the CHAMP section of website. Please note that depending on the event location, travel costs may apply. Interested parties should submit their application as soon as possible, as appearances are limited.

“CHAMP makes events fun while helping to draw attention to worthwhile causes that are important to our community,” said Cindy Morgan, Senior Marketing Executive at NEFCU. “We’re delighted to support the Lake Monsters, and we encourage all non-profits and other programs that qualify to apply for a free CHAMP Sighting at their 2015 event.”

If an organization or program does not fit the requirements of the CHAMP Sightings program, regular CHAMP appearance requests can be made by calling (802) 655-4200 or downloading an application from CHAMP Appearances page on the CHAMP section of the website. Regular rates do apply – $100 per hour, plus travel expenses.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

May the Fourth Be With You Night

May 1, 2015

Local Make-A-Wish Foundation will grant a wish on May 4

ZEBULON, NC – The Carolina Mudcats, the Class A Advanced affiliate of the Atlanta Braves and member of the historic Carolina League, will host the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern North Carolina as they grant a special wish on May the Fourth Be With You Night at Five County Stadium on Monday, May 4.

May the Fourth Be With You is a Star Wars themed night that will take place on Monday, May 4 when the Mudcats play the Frederick Keys in Zebulon at 7:00 p.m.

The Eastern North Carolina Make-A-Wish Foundation will grant a special wish to a young child with a special ceremony scheduled to take place on the field on May 4 in conjunction with the special theme night. Additionally, the Mudcats will also make a donation to the Eastern North Carolina Make-A-Wish Foundation with a check presentation before the game.

The Mudcats have also invited young fans, and their families, from the Eastern North Carolina Make-A-Wish Foundation to participate in the May the Fourth Be With You festivities. Fans wearing a Star Wars themed costume to the game will have an opportunity to purchase $6.00 discounted tickets.

The Carolina Garrison, a local chapter of the 501st Legion (a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans) will also participate in Monday’s May the Fourth Be With You Night. The Carolina Garrison is the only official chapter of the 501st Legion in North and South Carolina.

May the Fourth Be With You is one of several special theme nights set to take place at Five County Stadium during the home stand. The home stand, which begins on Friday, May 1, also features NC State Day and Pro Wrestling Day on Sunday, May 3.

Former NFL and NC State Wolfpack star players Terrence and Torry Holt will be at Five County Stadium for NC State on May 3. The brothers will throw out the ceremonial first pitch and hold signups for their upcoming Holt Brothers Football Camp scheduled for June 27 in Raleigh.

Additionally, an appearance by Sgt. Slaughter is scheduled for Sunday, May 3 as part of Pro Wrestling Day.

The Carolina Mudcats are the Class A Advanced affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. The 2015 “Braves New World” season is the first for the Mudcats as an affiliate of the Atlanta Braves and their fourth straight in the historic Carolina League. First established in 1991, the Carolina Mudcats are entering their 25th straight season of baseball at Five County Stadium in Zebulon, N.C. Fans can purchase tickets or find more information by calling (919) 269-2287 or by visiting www.carolinamudcats.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Carolina Mudcats. Click here to view the original story.

Fifth Third Bank and Dayton Dragons Team Up to “Strike Out Hunger”

May 1, 2015

Canned goods to be collected for The FoodBank, Inc. May 4-6

Dayton, Ohio – Fifth Third Bank and the Dayton Dragons have teamed up to “Strike out Hunger” in the Miami Valley. Monday through Wednesday, May 4-6, volunteers will be collecting canned goods and non-perishable items on the plaza outside Fifth Third Field between 5:30-7:00pm. Community members are encouraged to bring out their donations and stay to watch the Dragons take on the Fort Wayne TinCaps. Game time is 7:00 p.m. each night.

Each person who donates will be entered into a raffle to win autographed Dragons prizes.

Fifth Third Bank and the Dayton Dragons have a goal of providing 530,000 meals to families in the Miami Valley in honor of Fifth Third Day, May 3. An estimated 50 million Americans, including one in five children, live in “food insecure” households, meaning they are not always sure where or when they will be getting their next meal. For the past 20 years, Fifth Third Bank has used their holiday to support the communities in which they operate.

“In 2015, Fifth Third Bank and our community partners are seeking to raise enough canned goods for 530,000 meals,” Doug Compton, Fifth Third Bank’s Dayton City Executive, said. “Here in Dayton, in collaboration with the Dragons, we hope to raise awareness of the number of families living in ‘food insecure’ households and the tremendous year-round mission of The FoodBank.”

A full list of items The FoodBank, Inc. is especially in need of is below:

Chili/Soup
Cereal
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Canned Fruit & Vegetables
Pasta & Canned Sauce
Rice & Beans
Baking Mixes
Canned Meat & Fish

Please visit daytondragons.com/strikeouthunger or the Dragons app for more information.

More Information: The Dayton Dragons are the Midwest League affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds and play a 70-game home schedule at beautiful Fifth Third Field in downtown Dayton, easily accessible from Interstate 75. Individuals and groups seeking information about Dayton Dragons group tickets, lawn tickets, the season ticket wait list, sponsorship opportunities or booking a Dragons speaker are encouraged to contact the Dragons by calling at (937) 228-2287, emailing at dragons@daytondragons.com, or on the web at daytondragons.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Dayton Dragons. Click here to view the original story.

iRUNpigs 5K Returns on Sunday, June 7

May 1, 2015

Sign-up by May 8th for Discount on 5K and Walk

Sign-ups are now underway for the fourth annual iRUNpigs 5K along with a 1.5-mile walk and Piglet Dash for children 12 and under on Sunday, June 7, 2015, at Coca-Cola Park with 100% of the race proceeds benefiting IronPigs Charities.

Similar to last year, the race course will take place within Coca-Cola Park and its surrounding parking lots to provide a safer running environment. The race will once again conclude on-field at Coca-Cola Park. Over 1,100 runners and walkers have taken part in the event since its 2012 debut.

The 5K will kick off the day’s events, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Piglet Run will follow at 9 a.m. while the 1.5-mile walk will begin at 9:15 a.m.

Fans can sign-up online by CLICKING HERE or by calling (610) 841-PIGS (7447). There is no additional fee for online registration. CLICK HERE to download the registration form.

2015 participants receive a commemorative tech t-shirt, chip timing featuring results via text message as you finish, pre-race and post-race live entertainment and a free entry in an IronPigs team memorabilia raffle. There will also be prizes for overall male and female winners among age groups. New this year, all registrars will receive one General Admission ticket and food voucher to be used at the IronPigs game later that day against the Indianapolis Indians at 1:35 p.m.

The cost is $45 for the 5K, $35 for the 1.5-mile Walk and $15 for the Piglet Dash (12 & under). Early Bird Special is extended until May 8 at 11:59 p.m. and receive a $10 discount off registration for both the 5K and 1.5-mile walk. Please note that day of event registration is $45 for the 5K, $35 for the 1.5-mile Walk and $15 for the Piglet Run.

Pre-registration ends on Wednesday, June 3 at 11:59 p.m. Any registration after June 3 will need to be done in person at Coca-Cola Park during packet pickup or on the day of the event. There will be no online registration after June 3. Race packet pick-up is available at Coca-Cola Park beginning on Friday, June 5 through Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Coca-Cola Park Majestic Clubhouse Store. This is a Rain or Shine event.

100% of the proceeds benefit IronPigs Charities, a non-profit organization striving to provide educational and recreational opportunities for children in the Greater Lehigh Valley area.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. Click here to view the original story.

Salem Red Sox to Honor Military Members With Trading Card Set

May 1, 2015

Fans encouraged to submit local Military members through June 26

SALEM, Va. – The Salem Red Sox are excited to announce that as part of the season-long Freedom Friday series, the team will honor local military members with a trading card set on Military Appreciation Day in August.

Starting with tonight’s contest, fans can submit a family member or friend from the Roanoke area that has served or is currently serving in any branch of the United States armed forces. Submissions will be accepted at the guest services booth on the concourse at LewisGale Field on the following Freedom Fridays: May 1, May 8, May 22, June 5, June 12, and June 26. Submissions need to include a photo and background information of the military member.

The submissions will then be sent to a selection committee and the final list of members that will be included in the trading card set will be announced in early July. The entire set will be given away on Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 29. In addition, those members selected will be honored with an on-field ceremony prior to the game.

Not all submissions to the Red Sox will be selected due to limited space in the trading card set. Any active, retired or deceased member of the military is eligible for submission and subsequent selection. Fans that are unable to attend the selected games, but would still like to submit a military member can do so by e-mailing military@salemsox.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Salem Red Sox. Click here to view the original story.