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Pregame Yoga session featured in Yoga Night Ticket Package

June 14, 2022

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You might have heard of the seventh-inning stretch, but on Tuesday, June 21, it’s whole another kind of stretching on Yoga Night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park!

In celebration of International Yoga Day, the Spikes will hold Yoga Night in advance of and during their 6:35 p.m. home game against the Frederick Keys. Fans can purchase the Yoga Night Ticket Package for the event, which includes admission to a Pregame Yoga session at 4:30 p.m. in the Porter Gardens area adjacent to the ballpark, presented by TriYoga of Central Pennsylvania. The package also includes a Diamond Club ticket for the game, as well as a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink, all for just $20.

Fans can purchase the Yoga Night Ticket Package now at this link. For more information on the Yoga Night Ticket Package, contact Abrielle Clark at 814-272-0212 or email [email protected]

Tagged as : Draft League, Pennsylvania, Promoting Health/Fitness, Public Recognition/Celebrations/Events, State College Spikes { }

Yard Goats to Host HBCU/Negro League Celebration Three-Day Event 

June 14, 2022

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“LEVELING the PLAYING FIELD” June 15th-17th

(Hartford, CT) The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, announced it will be hosting a three-day event called LEVELING the PLAYING FIELD from June 15th through June 17th in Hartford. The events will take place at the South End Boys & Girls Club, Hooker Live and Dunkin’ Donuts Park. The three-day event is presented by the Hartford Yard Goats Foundation, and Charter Oak Family Health Center.

In 2021, the Yard Goats celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the Negro Baseball Leagues through music, dance, exhibitions, presentations and more. This year, the Yard Goats are excited to highlight the history and experience of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Both the Negro Leagues and Black Colleges were formed as a result of racial discrimination, and on the premise of providing equal opportunities for Black students and baseball players.

Events Schedule:

Day 1: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15**th* *(5:00 PM)**

Location: SOUTH END BOYS & GIRLS CLUB (129-131 Ledyard Street, Hartford)

“LEGEND BEHIND THE PLATE” -THE JOSH GIBSON STORY

* -Documentary & talk back with Sean Gibson (great grandson of Josh Gibson)*

* -Doors open at 5:00 and program begins at 5:45*

Day 2: THURSDAY, JUNE 16**th* *(5:00 PM-7:00 PM)**

Location: HOOKER LIVE (1 Sequassen Street, Hartford)

AN UNFILTERED PANEL DISCUSSION AROUND RACIAL AND GENDER EQUITY

* -Moderated by Jay Williams, President & CEO of The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving*

-Panel includes: Sean Gibson (President of Josh Gibson Foundation), Mary-Jane Foster (President & CEO of Interval House), Tony Womack (former MLB All-Star & World Series Champion), Cheryl Sharp (Civil Rights Attorney/Deputy Director of CHRO), JP Blandin (Head Coach of Delaware State University Baseball)

Day 3: FRIDAY, JUNE 17 (4:00 PM)

PRE-GAME BLOCK PARTY

Location: Heaven Skate Park

YARD GOATS GAME

Location: Dunkin’ Donuts Park

Virginia State Trojans Marching Band, Live DJ Wrexx & Big Regg, Greek Strolls, Steppers, Dancers, Youth Marching Bands from across Connecticut, Painting & More

The first-place Yard Goats return home for a six-game homestand tonight (7:05 PM) against the Akron RubberDucks. Tickets for all games are available on the Yard Goats website (yardgoatsbaseball.com), or over the phone or in person at the Click-It-Or-Ticket Box office.

Tagged as : Arts Appreciation, Children's Health and Development, Colorado Rockies, Diversity/Inclusion, Eastern League, Hartford Yard Goats, Honoring History, Supporting the Community { }

Fireflies Searching for Military Heroes to Recognize In-Game

June 13, 2022

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Nominate an Active Duty, Reserves or Veteran to be honored July 7

COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies are looking for eight local military heroes to honor in-game as the Heroes of the Inning for Military Appreciation Night July 7 at Segra Park at 7:05 pm. Any current or former member of any branch of the military can qualify to be honored.

Fans can submit their nominations online here. Those selected as “Heroes of the Inning” will be contacted directly by a Fireflies representative. Honorees chosen will be given two reserved tickets to the July 7 game vs the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Submissions are due by Monday, June 27.

The Fireflies are home until June 19 playing the Carolina Mudcats (Class-A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The homestand includes a Budweiser Thirsty Thursday and the return of Negro League Weekend. We’ll have appearances from former Negro Leaguer Russell “Crazy Legs” Patterson and Josh Gibson’s Great-Grandson along with a fireworks show and a t-shirt giveaway to help celebrate those who played in the Negro Leagues. Individual game ticket prices range from $5 to $12 and premium seating options are available starting at $14 per person. All tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis and are based upon availability.

Tagged as : Carolina League, Columbia Fireflies, Kansas City Royals, Military & Veterans, Public Recognition/Celebrations/Events, South Carolina, Ticket Donations { }

The Wichita Wind Surge Continues Tornado Relief Support with Monthly Auctions

June 13, 2022

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The Wichita Wind Surge Continues Tornado Relief Support

The Surge announces monthly auctions through the end of the season

Continuing the season-long support for those impacted by the Andover Tornado, the Wichita Wind Surge will host a monthly auction featuring autographed and game-used memorabilia. All proceeds will be earmarked for the students of Andover’s Prairie Creek Elementary School.

The Wind Surge monthly auction begins at 12:00 pm on June 13, featuring an autographed baseball from the Royals third baseman and shortstop, Bobby Witt Jr. The former first round draft pick made multiple appearances in Wichita with the Northwest Arkansas Naturals during the 2021 season.

Each month an item – donated by the Wichita Wind Surge, Minnesota Twins or Kansas City Royals – will be live on the Wind Surge auction site. Each auction will begin on the second Monday of the month and run for seven days.

Additional details on the auctions will be posted on www.WindSurge.com as they become available.

Tagged as : Charity Auctions/Raffles, Disaster Relief, Education/Teacher Support, Fundraising Opportunities, Kansas, Minnesota Twins, Texas League, Wichita Wind Surge { }

Sugar Land Space Cowboys Host 200 Kids for Play Ball Weekend

June 11, 2022

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(SUGAR LAND, Texas) – The Sugar Land Space Cowboys on Saturday morning hosted 200 kids from the Houston area for a baseball clinic at Constellation Field.

The Space Cowboys held the baseball clinic as part of PLAY BALL Weekend. All 120 Minor League Baseball clubs hosted either a PLAY BALL clinic, Pitch, Hit & Run and Jr. Home Run Derby competitions, youth baseball and softball tournaments, or games and events involving local Challenger Baseball leagues and Miracle League programs.

Space Cowboys manager Mickey Storey, development coach Wladimir Sutil, strength coach Zach Reding, bullpen catcher Caleb Nunes and video coordinator Garrett Allen helped run kids from the Houston area through hitting, pitching, fielding and agility circuits throughout Constellation Field.

PLAY BALL events were also held by all 30 Major League teams, as well as other select locations on all seven continents.

PLAY BALL is MLB’s signature youth engagement activity that is featured in events all around the United States and Canada. More information on the program, as well as future event updates, can be found at www.PlayBall.org.

Tagged as : Baseball Camps/Instruction, Children's Health and Development, Houston Astros, Pacific Coast League, Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Texas, Youth Sports { }

Dragons to Recognize “Hometown Heroes” Honorees During Game on June 12

June 10, 2022

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Dayton, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons will recognize Army recruits of the Miami Valley as “Hometown Heroes” during a special inning break of the Dragons game on Sunday, June 12 against the Great Lakes Loons at Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District. The game will start at 1:05 p.m.

The Dayton Dragons shine the spotlight on the military, past and present, through the Hometown Heroes program. This program hosts military families at every Dragons game, recognizing outstanding military organizations, groups, and individuals.

Everyone who joins the military has one thing in common: they have sworn in by repeating either the military Oath of Enlistment or Oath of Office. During the game on Sunday, future soldiers of the United States Army will be taking a solemn oath of enlistment, marking the beginning of selfless service to their nation.

The Dayton Dragons Hometown Heroes program is made possible by the generous support of the Dayton Development Coalition, Reynolds & Reynolds, and the Dayton Dragons. For more information, please visit daytondragons.com/hometownheroes.

Tagged as : Cincinnati Reds, Dayton Dragons, Honoring History, Midwest League, Military & Veterans, Ohio, Public Recognition/Celebrations/Events { }

BlueClaws Partner With Wreaths Across America In New One-of-a-Kind Program

June 9, 2022

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JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The BlueClaws have partnered with Wreaths Across America on a one-of-a-kind program through which fans can both reserve a ticket to BlueClaws Military Appreciation Night on July 7th and sponsor a wreath to be laid at a soldier’s grave this December.

Military Appreciation Night at ShoreTown Ballpark is set for Thursday, July 7th at 7:05 pm, and is presented by OceanFirst Bank.

There are several options for fans to participate in this one-of-a-kind program.

· Sponsor a wreath and donate a ticket for a veteran to enjoy Military Appreciation Night for $15

· Sponsor a wreath, donate a ticket for a veteran to enjoy Military Appreciation Night, and receive a ticket to the game for yourself for $25.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE.

All tickets for veterans will be distributed directly through accredited channels.

“Wreaths Across America and the BlueClaws have been talking about this program for the better part of three years, and are thrilled to launch the program heading into Military Appreciation Night,” said Mel Russen, Board Member and Local Location Leader for Wreaths Across America.

“The wreaths that are sponsored through this program will be placed on gravesites of local veterans around the Jersey Shore. Additional wreaths will go to Arlington National Cemetery for the nationwide Wreaths Across America Day on December 17, 2022.”

Military Appreciation Night will include special ceremonies before and after the game. Fans are encouraged to get to their seats early.

“We’ve been very excited to launch this program with Mel and Wreaths Across America,” said Bob McLane, BlueClaws Senior VP of Ticket Sales & Service. “We are working with a truly special organization and this program will serve to both bring veterans out to the ballpark but also to provide wreaths for local veterans’ graves.”

In 2021, Wreaths Across America laid over 2.3 million wreaths at over 3,100 locations around the country, including in all 50 states.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have drawn nearly 8 million fans to ShoreTown Ballpark since their 2001 inception.

-Jersey Shore BlueClaws-

Tagged as : Jersey Shore BlueClaws, Military & Veterans, New Jersey, Philadelphia Phillies, Public Recognition/Celebrations/Events, South Atlantic League, Wreaths Across America { }

Missions to Host Jersey Auction to Benefit Uvalde 

June 9, 2022

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Missions will wear Uvalde Coyote High School Jerseys to be auctioned off with proceeds going to the Robb School Memorial Fund

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Missions Baseball Club, in partnership with Wilson Sporting Goods and the Uvalde CISD, will wear custom Uvalde baseball jerseys on Thursday, June 16th. These on-field jerseys will be auctioned off during and following the game with the proceeds being donated to the Robb School Memorial Fund.

The jersey design is a replica of the jerseys worn by the Uvalde Coyotes High School baseball team, and is being supplied by Wilson Sporting Goods. Wilson’s extraordinary efforts in making what is normally a two-month process work in less than two weeks to produce the jerseys was vital in making the event to benefit the Uvalde community happen.

“Uvalde has special meaning for the Missions. Wolff Stadium has hosted numerous groups outings and even Coyote Baseball playoff games,” said Missions President Burl Yarbrough. “Anything we as an organization can do in this awful situation to help provide for the Uvalde community, we are honored to do so.”

Fans in attendance of the Missions game versus the Amarillo Sod Poodles on Thursday, June 16 will be able to bid throughout the game on the Uvalde jerseys worn by the Missions. The auction will conclude 15 minutes following the game’s final out.

“On behalf of the entire Uvalde CISD, we express our gratefulness for the support of the San Antonio Missions,” said Uvalde CISD Superintendent, Dr. Hal Harrell. “We are heartbroken at the innocent lives lost. The Uvalde CISD Administration, staff, and families will forever be thankful for the generous support of the community and nation. We believe in ourselves, pray for a brighter future, and together we are #Uvaldestrong.”

A Robb School Memorial Fund is held locally at First State Bank to support the families and community affected by the tragedy. Donate at https://onestarfoundation.org/uvalde/ to support the local fund.

On Thursday, June 16th, the Wolff Stadium gates will open at 6:00 p.m., with the first pitch at 7:05 p.m. for the game between the Missions and Sod Poodles.

The San Antonio Missions are the Double-A affiliate for the San Diego Padres. This is the 120th professional season for the San Antonio Missions. Single game tickets are available now and can be purchased online or at the 1st Base Box Office. Season seat memberships are available now. For more information call 210-675-PARK (7275) or visit samissions.com.


Tagged as : Charity Auctions/Raffles, Disaster Relief, San Antonio Missions, San Diego Padres, Supporting the Community, Texas, Texas League { }

Saturday MVP Field Day to Celebrate 2022 OKC Dodgers MVP Program

June 9, 2022

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OKLAHOMA CITY – More than 17,000 second-, third- and fourth-grade students from across the state of Oklahoma participated in the sixth year of the Oklahoma City Dodgers MVP Program: Encouraging STEM Education presented by Devon Energy and Olsson.

The free OKC Dodgers MVP Program incentivizes teachers and students to participate in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, rewarding students for their STEM achievements both inside and outside of the classroom.

“Devon is committed to engaging with students and teachers to promote STEM learning in classrooms across the state,” said Christina Rehkop, Devon’s community relations director. “The MVP Program is a fun and exciting way to bring skills and learning to life through the lens of baseball.”

The program was offered statewide in Oklahoma for a fourth straight year and expanded to include second-grade classrooms for the first time for the 2021-22 school year.

“Olsson is excited to be partnering with the Oklahoma City Dodgers’ MVP Program that celebrates the achievements of young students throughout the state in STEM education,” said Jimmy Sparks, Western Region Leader for Olsson.

The sixth year of the program culminates Saturday with MVP Field Day at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark — an exclusive event for participating MVP students and teachers, as well as their families. More than 700 students and teachers from throughout Oklahoma are scheduled to attend.

MVP Field Day will include STEM activities presented by Devon Energy, Olsson, SWOSU/Sage Camp, Women’s Energy Network, Engage Learning, OERB, Science Museum Oklahoma, First Robotics, Mad Science, Rose State College, NASA, Women in Technology and OG&E.

“We are excited to celebrate and reward our MVP Program students and teachers for their hard work during the school year with a day filled with fun STEM activities at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark,” OKC Dodgers President/General Manager Michael Byrnes said. “We have received such positive feedback from teachers and students during the program’s first six years and look forward to continuing to grow the MVP Program.”

The OKC Dodgers MVP Program will resume in August for the 2022-23 school year. Additional information about the OKC Dodgers MVP Program and how to participate can be found at okcdodgers.com/mvp or via email to: [email protected].

The OKC Dodgers play the Sugar Land Space Cowboys at 6:05 p.m. tonight before opening a three-game series against the Salt Lake Bees at 7:05 p.m. Friday at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.

Friday night’s game features Loop Rawlins: One Man Wild West Show presented by H&H Shooting Sports as well as Friday Night Fireworks following the game.

The Dodgers and Bees meet again at 7:05 p.m. Saturday on 89ers Night as the Dodgers will wear retro 89ers jerseys in a nod to the franchise’s history. Saturday is also a Future Dodgers Night as youth baseball and softball teams can participate in a pregame parade on the field.

The series wraps up at 2:05 p.m. Sunday and kids can run the bases following the game.

Tickets are available at okcdodgers.com/tickets. Live radio coverage of each OKC Dodgers game begins 15 minutes before first pitch on AM 1340 “The Game,” 1340thegame.com and through the free iHeartRadio or MiLB First Pitch apps. All OKC Dodgers games are also available streamed live on MiLB.TV with a subscription.

Tagged as : Children's Health and Development, Education/Teacher Support, Los Angeles Dodgers, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Dodgers, Pacific Coast League, STEM Education Programs { }

RWJBarnabas Health And Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Host National Cancer Survivors Event with the Somerset Patriots

June 9, 2022

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Bridgewater, New Jersey – The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, partnered with RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey to host National Cancer Survivors Night at TD Bank Ballpark on Tuesday, June 7.

Over 200 cancer survivors and their guests gathered at the ballpark in celebration of their strength and commitment to defeat cancer and inspire others to do the same.

13-year old cancer survivor Grace Eline and Dr. Rahul Parikh threw out ceremonial first pitches wearing Patriots home jerseys with “Beat Cancer” on the back.

“The opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch alongside 13-year old cancer survivor Grace Eline, with more than 200 cancer survivors and their families in attendance, was inspirational,” said Dr. Parikh, Medical Director, Laurie Proton Therapy Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. “As an organization, the Somerset Patriots share our core values, and this was truly a special evening celebrating survivorship, while raising awareness for cancer research, treatment and prevention.”

Eline was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2018 and received her successful treatments including proton beam therapy at RWJBarnabas Health facilities- Children’s Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, the Laurie Proton Therapy Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Grace is cancer free and living her life as a “normal” teenager.

The event was also part of Hope At Bat, a Minor League Baseball initiative designed to help save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer. The Patriots will be auctioning off a team signed purple bat through MiLB Auctions. The online auction will run until 9:00 pm on Thursday, June 30. The proceeds from the auction will benefit RWJBarnabas Health Oncology Services. Bidding can be done at https://bit.ly/3Q9vZfp.

“We were honored to open our home to so many cancer survivors, their families and friends,” said Patriots President/General Manager Patrick McVerry. “There isn’t a person whose life has not been impacted by this terrible disease. It was a special night recognizing the unbelievable strength of those that are battling and beating cancer and hopefully encourage others to join the fight.”

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey is the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Together RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute offer the most advanced cancer treatment options close to home.

About the Somerset Patriots

The Somerset Patriots are the New York Yankees Double-A Affiliate and develop today’s top minor league talent into the pinstriped superstars of tomorrow for MLB’s winningest team. The Patriots compete in the Double-A Northeast League and play their home games at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, NJ, where fans of all ages and levels of baseball fandom get to enjoy the unique experience that is minor league baseball. To learn more, visit: www.somersetpatriots.com.

Tagged as : Cancer Awareness, Charity Auctions/Raffles, Eastern League, Fundraising Opportunities, Hope at Bat, Hospitals/Medical Research, New Jersey, New York Yankees, Public Recognition/Celebrations/Events, Somerset Patriots, Supporting the Community { }

Free Community Baseball Clinic and Annual Disability Dream and Do/Think Differently (D3 Day) Event Planned For Hudson Valley Renegades Involvement in MLB’s PLAY BALL Weekend

June 8, 2022

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WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. (June 8, 2022) –The Hudson Valley Renegades have teamed up with Major League Baseball and have planned two exciting events for the upcoming weekend. The Renegades will be taking part in PLAY BALL Weekend, a baseball-wide initiative designed to give back to each local community throughout Major League and Minor League Baseball.

A free community baseball clinic will be offered at Dutchess Stadium following the 2:05 PM game on Sunday, June 12. All who sign up to attend the clinic will receive two free tickets to the game. Registration openings are still available for this event at the following link: https://hudsonvalleyrenegades.leagueapps.com/events/3122884.

The clinic is free and features members of the Renegades coaching staff and players from the Renegades Collegiate Baseball Team. Renegades Manager Tyson Blaser will lead the clinic which is open to the first 100 children ages 8-16, and will feature 90 minutes of baseball drills and fun. Clinic participants will also receive a free T-shirt and free subscriptions to both MLB.TV and MiLB.TV.

The Renegades annual D3/Think Differently Day will be on Saturday, June 11th at Dutchess Stadium from 10 a.m. until noon. The Disability Dream and Do (D3Day) sports camps were created by Dave Clark, the only pitcher in professional sports history to pitch on crutches, and Doug Cornfield, a former NCAA medal winning runner at Georgia, who himself had a child born with no arms. These camps allow professional players to interact with children with special needs in various drills and compete in sports with no limitations.

In 2016, Dave Stevens, who was born without legs but played college football and minor league baseball, came on board as the D3 Day camps expanded to other cities in the US. Dave, Dave and Doug now put on camps all over the country and share their amazing stories as well as inspire others to look past a disability and turn it into an ability. This event is full and no further registration slots remain.

The Renegades are handing out 200 Franklin bat and ball sets to participants of both events. More than 60 Minor League teams and all 30 Major League teams will participate in PLAY BALL Weekend. Clubs will be hosting a variety of events all throughout the weekend designed to engage young fans and share the fun of playing baseball and softball. For more information visit www.MLB.com/play-ball/weekend.

For more information on the Renegades camp, please call the Renegades office at 845-838-0094 or email Marcella Costello at [email protected].

ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES

The Renegades are in their second season as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. They have played their home games at Dutchess Stadium in Wappingers Falls, N.Y. since 1994.

ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS

Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) is a subsidiary of Endeavor, the global sports and entertainment company. DBH was formed in 2021 to support, promote, and enhance Minor League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment. (DiamondBaseballHoldings.com).

Tagged as : Baseball Camps/Instruction, Children's Health and Development, Disability Assistance, Family Relief/Resources, Hudson Valley Renegades, New York, South Atlantic League, Tampa Bay Rays, Youth Sports { }

BLOOD DRIVE: June 14 with American Red Cross

June 8, 2022

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (June 8, 2022)— Many people want to give back to the community but may not have a lot of time to volunteer. In only about an hour, volunteer blood donors can help save lives and feel instant gratification.

The community is invited to give back and help save lives by donating blood at the Step Up to the Plate Blood Drive on Tuesday, June 14from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Parkview Field.

Participating donors will receive a Red Cross t-shirt and a voucher for a free admission ticket to any 2022 home game, excluding July 4th.

“Blood is a perishable product that can only come from generous volunteers,” said Zak Bernath, biomed account manager with the American Red Cross – Indiana Region. “By donating blood, individuals can make a difference in the lives of patients in their community and throughout the nation.”

“Our TinCaps fans love this community and always step up to help others in need,” said Mike Nutter, president of the Fort Wayne TinCaps. “We are glad to roll up our sleeves for this amazing cause.”

To make an appointment or to learn more, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. Completion of a RapidPass® online health history questionnaire is encouraged to help speed up the donation process. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPassor use the Blood Donor App. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Tagged as : Blood Drives, Fort Wayne TinCaps, Indiana, Midwest League, San Diego Padres, Ticket Donations { }

Tides Front Office to Participate in MLB's Play Ball Weekend at Tidewater Park Elementary

June 8, 2022

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The Norfolk Tides today announced that the front office will be participating in Major League Baseball’s “Let’s Play Weekend” on Friday, June 10. The initiative is for Minor League Baseball teams to get together with their local schools to celebrate the game of baseball and encourage the kids to play.

While the team on the road at Nashville, the Norfolk Tides front office will visit Tidewater Park Elementary. The school is just down the road from Harbor Park and is in Booker T. Washington High School’s district.

The Tides’ front office will arrive and set up at 10 a.m. on Friday and finish around noon. The kids will be divided up into groups of 20 or so kids, and play 10 vs. 10 whiffle ball games. The students will all have an opportunity to hit and play the field, learning how to play and enjoy the game with friends.

After the students are finished playing, they will be treated with ice cream. Team mascot Triton will also be on site to play with and take pictures with the kids.

Tagged as : Baltimore Orioles, Baseball Camps/Instruction, Children's Health and Development, International League, Mascot Appearances, Norfolk Tides, Virginia, Youth Sports { }

Sounds to Host Free Baseball / Softball Clinics on June 10 and 11

June 7, 2022

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As part of Play Ball Weekend, the Nashville Sounds Baseball Club has announced a series of free baseball and softball clinics presented by Chick-Fil-A MetroCenter and Little Blue Menu on Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11 at First Horizon Park.

Each clinic is age-specific and limited to the first 125 children that sign-up. Pre-registration to participate in the clinics is required; walk-ups will not be accepted on the days of the events. Click here to complete the sign-up process.

The clinics are listed by age group below:

  • Friday, June 10 from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. – Ages 4 to 5
  • Friday, June 10 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Ages 6 to 7
  • Saturday, June 11 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. – Ages 8 to 9
  • Saturday, June 11 from 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. – Ages 10 to 12

All participants are encouraged to, but not required to bring their own baseball equipment, including sneakers and/or closed toe shoes. Metal spikes are not permitted.

The benefits of registering your child(ren) for this event include the opportunity to receive additional benefits from Minor League Baseball and the Nashville Sounds including a complimentary 2022 MLB.tv Yearly subscription, a complimentary 2022 MiLB.tv subscription, exclusive access for the participant(s) to virtual and in-person youth softball & baseball programming, discounts on select, eligible MLB licensed merchandise and equipment, and more! Additional information will be provided via email to the email address provided at registration.

The Nashville Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers and play at First Horizon Park. Single-game tickets are on sale now for all home games in 2022. For more information call 615-690-4487 or e-mail [email protected].

Tagged as : Baseball Camps/Instruction, Children's Health and Development, International League, Milwaukee Brewers, Nashville Sounds, Tennessee, Youth Sports { }

Scrappers Partner with the DeBartolo Corporation to Award Tickets for A's for June 10-12 Games

June 6, 2022

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NILES, OH –The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have partnered with the DeBartolo Corporation to award Tickets for A’s for the Friday, June 10th – Sunday, June 12th Scrappers games. Students can present their report cards at the Chevy All-Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field and they will receive a free General Admission ticket for every A. (Equivalent grade markings will also be accepted). Tickets may be upgraded.

Promotions for the homestand include:

Friday – June 10 (7:05pm) – Travel Mug Giveaway to the first 1,000 Adults courtesy of T-Mobile and Post-Game Fireworks presented by Chevy All-Stars, 21 WFMJ, WBCB and Mix 98.9.

Saturday – June 11 (7:05pm) – Autism Awareness Night presented by the Rich Center For Autism with specialty team jersey auction and Mascot Mania with Scrappy and Friends!

Sunday – June 12 (2:05pm) – Every Sunday Matters – bring canned goods or new children’s books for a free General Admission ticket presented by 21 WFMJ & WBCB, Pro Football Hall of Fame Night – free admission tickets to the HOF to first 100 kids, Post-Game Team Autograph Session and Kids Run the Bases.

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are one of six founding members of the MLB Draft League, joining the Frederick Keys, the State College Spikes, the Trenton Thunder, the West Virginia Black Bears and the Williamsport Crosscutters. For more information, visit mvscrappers.com or contact the front office at 330-505-0000.

Tagged as : Children's Health and Development, Education/Teacher Support, Mahoning Valley Scrappers, Ohio, Ticket Donations { }

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