‘Celebrate America’ With Amarillo Symphony & HODGETOWN October 1 

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Amarillo, Texas –HODGETOWN Events and the Amarillo Symphony are excited for “Celebrate America”, the third outdoor Amarillo Symphony concert to be performed at the home of the Sod Poodles. The concert which is rapidly approaching is scheduled for Saturday, October 1 with gates opening at 6 p.m. and the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this event are on sale now with plenty of fun and exciting hospitality and ticket options for guests. An evening of patriotic fan favorites and other exciting American musical treasures will begin with a very special flyover by the West Texas Warbird Flight and conclude with a spectacular fireworks show.

“Celebrating our 99th season, the Amarillo Symphony is thrilled to present our Celebrate America concert at HODGETOWN,” said Larry Lang, Executive Director of the Amarillo Symphony. “Join us for a flag-waving program of great American music for the whole family, with special guests from the Amarillo Little Theater, a flyover by the West Texas Warbird Flight, our amazing Symphony musicians, and fantastic fireworks. We look forward to seeing everyone there!”

“The Sod Poodles and HODGETOWN Events are once again excited to partner with the Amarillo Symphony for this very special and unique event. Our partnership with the Amarillo symphony originated two years ago to provide an opportunity for our community to come out and continue to enjoy the many different types of magical experiences HODGETOWN has to offer,” said Sod Poodles President and General Manager, Tony Ensor. ”The success of the past two concerts has proven that HODGETOWN not only stacks up as a premier minor league baseball facility but an incredible gathering place for fans of great music, too. We can’t wait for the Amarillo and Panhandle community to come out and ‘Celebrate America’, together while creating once-in-a-lifetime memories.”

Ticket pricing for the concert ranges from $14 to $25 depending on seat location. Tickets are available for purchase at www.SodPoodles.com or HERE. Guests can also purchase by phone at (806) 803-9547 or in-person at the HODGETOWN box office now through the day of the event or until sold out. Box office hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fantastic hospitality options for groups are once again available, including Dugout Suites, Concourse Suites, Luxury Suites, and the Pepsi Party Deck. For the ultimate intimate experience for this event, on-field, front of stage, catered VIP tables with conductor meet and greet are available on a limited basis. For more information on hospitality areas and tickets, please call (806) 803-7762 or email [email protected]. VIP Tables may also be purchased at the Amarillo Symphony office by calling (806) 376-8782.

A pre-concert band, Jim Laughlin Quintet, will entertain the crowd just after gates open for the evening to shortly before the symphony performance begins so fans are encouraged to arrive early and enjoy all the night has to offer.

The Amarillo Symphony performance is generously sponsored by Barnes Jewelry, Terry and Janette Caviness, Street Toyota, Arthur Judson Foundation, Sprouse, Shrader, Smith PLLC, Amarillo National Bank, Underwood Law, Physicians Surgical Hospitals, FirstBank Southwest, and our media partners Channel 10.

For interview requests for Tony Ensor prior to the event, please feel free to reach out to Cory Hilborne ([email protected]).

For interview requests for Larry Lang, please contact Sammy Carter ([email protected])

Knights to Host Inaugural HBCU Night Presented by Truist on Friday, September 2nd 

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(UPTOWN CHARLOTTE, NC) – The Charlotte Knights are pleased to partner with Johnson C. Smith University to host HBCU Night presented by Truist on September 2 at Truist Field. The inaugural event will take place as the Knights host the Durham Bulls in a doubleheader with first pitch of game one set for 5:35 p.m. from Uptown Charlotte.

Gates for the doubleheader will open at 5:00 p.m. and the first 2,000 fans will receive a special HBCU T-Shirt. The night will feature special pre-game performances by the Golden Bullettes as fans enter the ballpark. In addition, there will be a pre-game, on-field performance by Blue Satin from JCSU. The ceremonial first pitch of the night will be thrown by Dr. Jemayne King, a JCSU professor. Dr. King was a contributing author to “The New York Mets and Popular Culture” book, which is enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Throughout the night, fans can expect performances by Divine 9 from JCSU, as well as a special appearance from Smitty, JCSU’s beloved mascot. After the game, the JCSU Drumline will perform for fans on the field. Following the performance, the Knights will light up the Uptown Charlotte skyline with post-game fireworks presented by Truist and WBT Radio.

For more information about this inaugural event, as well as information on purchasing tickets to Friday’s twin bill, please visit www.CharlotteKnights.com. Tickets can also be purchased by phone at 704-274-8300 or at the Truist Field ticket office, located at 324 S. Mint Street.

Canadians host Indigenous Peoples Night on July 14

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VANCOUVER, BC – Nat Bailey Stadium – home of the Vancouver Canadians – sits on the lands of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. The Canadians, in partnership with Coastal First Nations and Rogers Communications, will pay homage to the people of those lands on Thursday, July 14 when they host their inaugural Indigenous Peoples Night.

The festivities will begin well before first pitch. Traditional music and dance will be performed at the ballpark entrance from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. The on-field pregame welcome ceremony will be led by Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations leaders.

In conjunction with the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, 20 residential school survivors and their families have been invited to the game and 20 athletes from the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council will take the field with the C’s starting lineup as part of the Baseball Buddies program.

All Canadians game day staff will be wearing HstryMkrs “Every Childs Matters” orange t-shirts in solidarity with the theme of the night. The shirts will be available for presale and on site during the game with 100% of the proceeds benefitting residential school survivors. Shirts are available for presale now by clicking here.

The C’s extend their gratitude to Coastal First Nations for their consultation, guidance and support in launching this yearly event.

*Who: *Vancouver Canadians

*What: * Indigenous Peoples Night at The Nat

*Where: *Nat Bailey Stadium (4601 Ontario Street, Vancouver, B.C.)

*When: * Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 7:05 p.m. PDT

Tickets for the event are available now by calling the box office at 604-872-5232 or by clicking here.

Polar Park Celebrates Juneteenth, sponsors Black Music Festival

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The Worcester Red Sox concluded their six-game series Sunday in an afternoon matinee against the Toledo Mud Hens. In addition to Father’s Day festivities Sunday, Polar Park played host to multiple celebrations of Juneteenth, the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865.

A trio of local musicians, Charles Ketter, Lydia Fortune, and Miss Shirley Johnson, rocked along Summit Street to begin Juneteenth commemoration. Patrons enjoyed spirituals as well as jazz and blues stylings pre-game.

For the Heart of Worcester, fans welcomed Dr. Thomas Doughton, a senior lecturer for interdisciplinary and special studies at The College of the Holy Cross. Doughton was instrumental in the creation of Worcester’s Black History Trail. Alongside Doughton was another influential figure to the trail’s creation: Worcester City Councilor Khrystian King.

The trail encompasses a near 300-year history in Worcester through several landmarks of historical significance across the Heart of the Commonwealth. The display tells the unfiltered stories of those who lived in the city as far back as the 18th Century, and had its first five stops dedicated earlier this month.

Sunday’s Ceremonial First Pitch was delivered by Ernest Floyd, who was honored as the Hometown Hero. Floyd created and serves as executive producer of Unity Radio, 97.9 FM. Unity Radio helps create an avenue through which members of the Worcester community can help one another.

Before the performance of the national anthem, Polar Park raised the Juneteenth flag alongside the American flag, and heard a rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by 15-year-old Liyah McBridge. The Star-Spangled Banner was performed by P.E. James.

Social justice is one of the WooSox Foundation’s four areas of focus. To further strengthen the club’s commitment to supporting the local Black community, the Foundation announced its sponsorship of The Black Music Festival with a $1,500 contribution, which was dedicated before first pitch Sunday.

The festival will be hosted by the Uncommonwealth Group on Saturday, June 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Patrons can expect a full day of musical performances, entertainment, food, vendors, and building bridges to the community through music on the Worcester Common.

Sunday’s game was a victory for the WooSox on the back of Ryan Fitzgerald’s 5th inning three-run home run and Connor Seabold’s (5-1, 1.95) quality start.

Sunday concluded with a special Father’s Day Catch on the Field.

Saturday: Join us as the Bisons host Native American Heritage Night (6pm)

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GET MY TICKETS – Native American Heritage Night

The Buffalo Bisons are proud to partner with Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino to host Native American Heritage Night as the club faces the St. Paul Saints on Saturday, July 25. First pitch is at 6:05 p.m. with the Sahlen Field gates opening at 5 p.m. TICKETS

The night will be a celebration of the rich Native American culture here in Western New York and throughout the country. The Indigenous Spirit Dancers will perform on the field pregame as well as during the game while traditional music will be played throughout the night. The Bisons will feature trivia and educational messages on the scoreboard while additional information will be available inside the ballpark’s concourse.

Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino will also be handing out Free Sunglasses to the first 900 fans that stop at their concourse table. Seneca Nation of Indians President, Matthew Pagels, will throw out the night’s ceremonial first pitch while Layla Seneca will sing the anthems for the game.

Saturday’s game is also the club’s first Labatt-urday Night of the season, featuring $4 Labatt Blue and Blue Light from 5-7 p.m. in the concourse by Section 106. Be sure to enter pre-game as a fan 21 years or older could win ‘Beer for a Year’ if a Bisons player homers off the giant inflatable Labatt can beyond the right field wall. GET MY TICKETS

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

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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.

Fireflies Launch Baseball Legends Creativity Contest

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COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies announced today that they are launching a Baseball Legends Creativity Contest for children from kindergarten to 12th grade. The Baseball Legends Creativity Contest encourages children to learn more about local baseball legend Larry Doby and the impact he had on the game of baseball. Based on what they learned about Larry Doby, kids will then creatively express how Doby’s story has encouraged them to overcome challenges they may face in their own lives. Three contest winners, one from each age bracket, will be selected and recognized in-game during Negro League Weekend Friday, June 17.

The creative expression can take any form; including but not limited to essays, poems, spoken word, paintings or drawings. Submissions must answer the following prompt: “What challenges did Larry Doby face throughout his life and baseball career, how did he overcome those challenges, and how has he influenced you to overcome the challenges you may face in your life?”

Larry Doby is best-known for breaking the American League color barrier with the Cleveland Indians a few months after Jackie Robinson broke the National League color barrier with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Doby was also the second black manager of any Major League club, after Frank Robinson accomplished the task a few years before him.

If that weren’t enough trailblazing, Doby also broke the ABL color barrier. The ABL was a precursor to the NBA. Despite the hardships Doby was placed under, he became one of the most decorated baseball players of all time. He was the first black player to homer in the World Series. He became a seven-time MLB All-Star with five-100 RBI and eight-20 HR seasons, which helped prompt his spot in Cooperstown. The infielder was inducted in the MLB Hall of Fame in 1998, five years before his death.

Children participating will be broken into three groups based on grade level: Kindergarten – 5th grade, 6th grade – 8th grade, and 9th grade – 12th grade. One winner will be selected from each group.

Children looking to participate in the contest must register online. After registration, completed creative expressions must be emailed to Devin Johnson at [email protected] by 5:00pm EST Wednesday, June 8. Larry Doby educational resources can also be found online.

 

Dragons to Recognize “Community All Stars” Recipient During Game on May 22

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Dayton, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons will recognize Culture Works as a “Community All-Stars” recipient during a special inning break of the Dragons game on Sunday, May 22nd against the Quad Cities River Bandits at Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District. The game will start at 1:05 p.m.

The Dragons Community All-Stars Program honors individuals who have gone above and beyond to improve the quality of life in the Miami Valley. They could be firefighters or police officers, doctors or good Samaritans. It could be a first responder or a volunteer. The Dragons are going to highlight these Community All-Stars at games all summer long.

From its first days as the Dayton Performing Arts Fund in 1974, Culture Works has been central to the success of the arts in Dayton. While Culture Works means many things to the arts community, their two main roles are funding and marketing the wide range of arts in our area.

The success of a world class arts culture like Dayton’s does not happen without someone tending to it, and that’s where Culture Works steps in. Lisa Hanson, the President and CEO of Culture Works, and her team are much like gardeners, ensuring that the programs, projects, artists, performers, and creators in their care all have what they need to grow.

Culture Works has developed partnerships with private citizens, government entities and support from the business community to build a fundraising arm that allows Dayton artists to succeed. One of the best ways to see that success is when artists not only grow but choose to remain in Dayton for the duration of their career instead of taking their talents to another city.

For all their efforts in building up and supporting the world-class arts we enjoy here in the Dayton region, Culture Works is being honored as a Dragons Community All Star.

If you want to learn more about how you can help support Culture Works check out their website here. (https://cultureworks.org/)

If you know other great individuals or organizations that are going above and beyond for our community, tell us about them! You can nominate an All-Star by telling us about them here. (https://www.milb.com/dayton/community/cas )

This event is the first of five special Community All-Stars spotlights at Dragons games this season. Community All-Stars is presented Flying Ace Express Carwash. Additional tributes are scheduled for June 2, July 22, August 10, and September 1 each focused on a different individual or organization who have gone above and beyond to improve the quality of life in the Miami Valley.

The Dragons play at beautiful, downtown Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District and are scheduled to play 53 more home games during the regular season. Game times are 7:05 p.m. for Tuesday through Saturday games and 1:05 p.m. on Sundays. No Monday games are scheduled at this time. Gates open one hour prior to game time. Single-game tickets for all Dragons 2021 home games are available atwww.daytondragons.com or by phone at (937) 228-2287.

 

Culture Works Weekend Coming to Day Air Ballpark

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Dayton, Ohio – The Dayton Dragons are excited to host a Culture Works Weekend at Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District. Thursday, May 19 to Sunday, May 22 will be dedicated to helping support the annual Culture Works campaign.

Dragons mascots Heater and Gem are co-chairs of the annual Culture Works campaign. Earlier in March, the Dragons hosted the Kickoff Culture Works Party at Day Air Ballpark. The event featured Heater, Gem, live artists, musicians, and a photo booth. Guests were made up of arts organization leaders, board members, donors, and staff.

The weekend will include Culture Works performers singing the national anthem during the events. There will also be Culture Works first pitches, inning break performances, plaza performances, radio interviews and TV interviews.

Culture Works Performers

· K12 and TEJAS

· Ben Baugham Chalk Art

· Elyse Schmidt, WSU Vocal Student

· Dwyer Irish Dance

· Rachael Watts, WSU Vocal Grad

· Tatum Jackson, WSU Vocal Student

· And more!

The Dragons will be donating a portion of ticket sales this weekend to Culture Works as part of the event. Tickets can be purchased here.

Additionally, the Dragons Foundation 50/50 raffle is going to be a rolling jackpot all week long from May 17 – May 22 and will support Culture Works. Fifty percent of the proceeds will go to one lucky winner and the other 50% goes directly to Culture Works. Fans can actually get 50/50 raffle tickets right now through the online portal at http://www.daytondragons5050.com/.

For more Culture Works information, go to https://cultureworks.org/

“Culture Works is the funding, advocacy, and service organization that passionately inspires, supports, and sustains arts and culture in the Dayton Region. As the united arts fund and arts service agency for the Dayton Region, Culture Works believes that creating and maintaining a vibrant and attractive community filled with quality arts brings measurable and immeasurable value to our citizens. From providing inspiring educational opportunities for our children, to attracting and retaining employees in our region, to adding beauty and entertainment to our lives, arts and culture reflect all the best and most beautiful parts of who we are.”

Vancouver Canadians and RBC Announce RBC We Care Wednesdays

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VANCOUVER, BC – The Vancouver Canadians and RBC are pleased to announce the 2022 debut of RBC We Care Wednesdays, a brand-new community spotlight campaign that will highlight the efforts, impact, and achievements of 10 local charities through public awareness, a ticket fundraiser and in-stadium events that showcase each charity at Nat Bailey Stadium.

“We are honoured to partner with the Vancouver Canadians to celebrate 10 incredible charities who are making such an important impact in local communities across British Columbia,” said Todd Shewfelt, Regional Vice President, Business Financial Services, RBC Royal Bank. “My Team RBC colleagues and I are extremely excited to join the Canadians at iconic Nat Bailey Stadium to support our community partners. The charities we have selected for RBC We Care Wednesdays are organizations that we have long-standing relationships with through donations, sponsorships and countless employee volunteer hours and fundraising. That’s why we can’t wait to join baseball fans at The Nat this season to thank these charities for all that they are doing to help care for our communities.”

During each RBC We Care Wednesday, fans at the ballpark will be introduced to one of the following 10 charities:

May 4 – BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, works with communities across British Columbia to raise funds for essentials including life-saving equipment, research into childhood diseases, a wide range of medical staff and community child health education programs.

May 18 – Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, whose vision is to see all young people realize their full potential and whose mission is to enable life-changing mentoring relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people.

June 1 – United Way British Columbia, serves Central and Northern Vancouver Island, Lower Mainland, Thompson Nicola Cariboo, Southern Interior, Trail and District, and East Kootenay and exists to drive positive impact and lasting change by delivering resources and support for the people who need it most.

June 15 – YMCA of Greater Vancouver, a charity that has cares for kids, shapes leaders for tomorrow and helps generations of people come together to find support, get healthier and make friends for life.

June 29 – JA British Columbia, brings important educational experiences to thousands of students annually across British Columbia. Through these programs that focus on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship, JABC aims to inspire, prepare, and empower BC youth for lifelong success.

July 13 – Greater Vancouver Food Bank, whose mission is to create empowering environments that provide and promote access to healthy food, education, and training.

July 27 – Challenger Baseball, a division of Baseball BC that provides an opportunity for children with cognitive or physical disabilities to enjoy the full benefits of participation in baseball at a level structured to their abilities.

August 3 – Out On Screen, a professional arts organization with two key program initiatives: the annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival and Out In Schools, a province-wide educational program aimed primarily at high school students with program delivery across the education system that engages high school students using film and video to address homophobia, transphobia, and bullying.

August 24 – BGC South Coast BC, proudly serving over 10,000 children, youth and families annually, providing fun, safe spaces to learn, grow and heal.

Sept 7 –* Foundry*, a province-wide network of integrated health and social service centres for young people ages 12-24. Foundry Centres provide a one-stop-shop for young people to access mental health care, substance use services, primary care, social services and youth and family peer supports.

Each charity will benefit from a special fundraising code that fans can use to purchase tickets. A portion of the ticket purchase price will go directly to support the charity. A special pregame ceremony, interactive activities on the concourse – including Meet & Greets with RBC Olympians – and other events around the ballpark will take place during each RBC We Care Wednesday. Stay up-to-date with event plans for each RBC We Care Wednesday by visiting CanadiansBaseball.com/Community/RBCWeCareWednesdays.

About RBC

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 88,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com_._

We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact_._

APERÇU DE RBC

La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d’être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l’excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 88 000 employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir‑faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l’une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d’affaires diversifié axé sur l’innovation et l’offre d’expériences exceptionnelles à nos 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États‑Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com_._

Nous sommes fiers d’appuyer une grande diversité d’initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site https://www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social/index.html_._

Cutters Seeking Anthem Performers 

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The Williamsport Crosscutters are now accepting applications for National Anthem performers for the upcoming 2022 season.

All individuals and groups who are interested in being considered are asked to fill out the short application AVAILABLE HERE. Applicants are also required to provide a link or file of them performing the “Star-Spangled Banner”.

All performances should be 90 seconds or less in length, the traditional rendition and vocalists should sing a cappella. Applications are due by May 13. Each submission will be reviewed and selected performers will be contacted and scheduled to perform during the 2022 season between June 2 and September 1.

The Crosscutters open the 2022 season on Thursday, June 2 against the State College Spikes. MVP Club Season Tickets, Bonus Books and Mini-Plans are now available. To order, call (570) 326-3389 or visit www.crosscutters.com. Opening Night and single game tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 3 at 10am.

Hooks Accepting 2022 Anthem Auditions

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The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club is on the search for singers and musicians to perform the Star-Spangled Banner during the 2022 Texas League season.

National anthem auditions are virtual for the first time. Participants are required to submit their performances here. Video files should be saved in the format of first name, last name and phone number (Rusty_Hook_1234567890).

All participants are asked to sing or play the full anthem without a backing track.

Contact Travis Pettis ([email protected]) with any questions.

Bookmark Contest Winners Announced

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March 20, 2022 – The Everett AquaSox is excited to announce our 2022 Reading Program Bookmark Contest winners! We received hundreds of entries into the contest and thank everyone who entered. Our winners are all participants of the Everett AquaSox “Hit A Home Run in Reading” program.

The winners are: Annelise (Age 7) – Cedar Wood Elementary, Olivia (Age 5) – Columbia Elementary, Brady (Age 7) – Cedar Wood Elementary, Serena (Age 10) – Totem Falls Elementary.

For over a decade, the AquaSox have been facilitating a free, local, incentive-based program encouraging kids to read daily. This past year, we dad over 10,000 kids participate from various elementary schools in the area. Teachers, Librarians, and PTA coordinators from each school partnered with the AquaSox and assisted with implementing the program to encourage independent reading as a foundation for life-long learning.

If you would like more information about the reading program and how to get your school connected, please reach out to our Director of Community Relations, Nellie Kemp at [email protected]

Opening Day is April 8. 2022 season tickets, ticket plans, group outings and picnics outings can be purchased by calling (425) 258-3673 or visiting the AquaSox Front Office at 3802 Broadway in Everett.

For updates on the 2022 season, community initiatives and Webbly appearances, follow the Frogs on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or visit our website, AquaSox.com.

National Anthem Tryouts For Shuckers' Games Set For March 12

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Prior to the start of their 2022 season, the Biloxi Shuckers will host auditions for National Anthem performers on Saturday, March 12 at MGM Park.

Auditions will take place from 11 am to 1 pm. Those wishing to audition can enter the ballpark through the north gate. Performers are expected to perform the entirety of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ in less than two minutes. Individual singers, instrumentalists and bands are all welcome to audition and are required to complete a contact form before auditioning.

Additionally, virtual auditions are open from March 7 through March 18. All virtual auditions must include an unedited video with all performers visible and a full performance of the ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ in under two minutes. As with in-person tryouts, individual singers, instrumentalists and bands are all welcome. Please submit virtual auditions to Allyson Staton at [email protected] with the subject line ‘2022 National Anthem Audition,’ an mp4 of your video and a completed contact form, available for download here.

The Biloxi Shuckers open their seventh season on the road against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos on Friday, April 8. Biloxi then returns to MGM Park for their home opener against the Mississippi Braves on Tuesday, April 12 at 6:35 pm. Single game tickets, Shuck Nation Memberships, Flex Plans and group outings are now available for the 2022 season. Event spaces at MGM Park can be booked for private events during the offseason by calling (228) 233-3465.

ABOUT THE BILOXI SHUCKERS:

The Biloxi Shuckers are the Double-A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Shuckers play at MGM Park in Biloxi, Mississippi. For more information please visit biloxishuckers.comand follow us on Twitter @biloxishuckers and at facebook.com/biloxishuckers.

M-Braves to host job fair plus National Anthem/Mascot Auditions March 19th

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PEARL – The Mississippi Braves will hold an additional job fair on Saturday, March 19, at Trustmark Park from 10 am to 2 pm to fill part-time and seasonal positions for the 2022 season. This job fair will also include your chance to audition to sing the national anthem at a game this season and perform as the mascot.

Job Fair:
The job fair will take place inside Trustmark Park’s Farm Bureau Grill. M-Braves staff members will conduct open interviews on a first-come, first-serve basis for seasonal, part-time positions. In addition, the mascot and National Anthem audition will take place on the field.

Applicants should be energetic, friendly, dependable, and ready to contribute to the family atmosphere of Trustmark Park. The M-Braves will play 69 home games in 2022, with Opening Day set for Friday, April 8, vs. Montgomery at 6:35 pm.

Attendees will have the chance to interview for a variety of positions within these departments:

  • Concessions
  • Ticket Office
  • Stadium Operations
  • Grounds Crew
  • Promotions/Production
  • Press Box

*National Anthem Auditions: *
Candidates will perform over the stadium PA system. Come prepared with a traditional rendition of the National Anthem. The chosen singers will perform at M-Braves’ home games during the 2022 season. Choirs and larger groups are welcome to audition to deliver the National Anthem. Participants will be judged on a cappella and acoustic instrumental renditions only, as no electric or amplified instruments can be utilized for game day performances.

Mascot Auditions:
The Braves are looking for energetic, friendly, and enthusiastic individuals to fulfill this position. A suit will not be provided for your audition, so bring your own or be prepared to audition without a suit. Come prepared with a 30-second routine of your choice as well as being ready for an improv performance.

Auditions will take place inside Trustmark Park, and participants will enter through the main gate. There is no appointment necessary, and performers will audition in the order in which they arrive. The tryout is open to all area performers and musicians, allowing Braves fans the unique chance to be a valuable part of the game-day atmosphere. Also, any tryout participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the audition.

For more information about the 2022 season, purchase season tickets flex plans or inquire about a group outing, visit mississippibraves.com or call 888-BRAVES4.