Tampa Yankees Raise Money For Humane Society

(Mark LoMoglio/Yankees)
(Mark LoMoglio/Yankees)

 

Tampa, Fla. – The Tampa Yankees and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay teamed up for the 7th Annual Bark at the Ballpark held on Saturday, May 18th. The event was sponsored by Fuzzie Buddies and Urgent Pet Care.

Over 125 dogs and their owners enjoyed the pre-game dog fair and then watched the Tampa Yankees win in extra innings against the Clearwater Threshers. Throughout the game, there were raffles every inning in which fans won prize packs with various types of goodies for their dogs. Tampa Bay area pet vendors were at the event promoting their local canine friendly business and to show their support of the Humane Society.

Each dog to enter the stadium was required to have a “dog” ticket. This year was the first time the Tampa Yankees held a silent auction for the canine theme game worn jerseys the players and coaches were wearing. In total, the “dog” tickets, vendor donations, and jersey auctions raised over $2,800 for the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, which is the largest donation the T-Yanks have been able to make over the past seven seasons.

The Tampa Yankees are the Single-A Advanced affiliate of the New York Yankees. For more information call (813) 673-3055 or visit www.tybaseball.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Tampa Yankees1. Click here to view the original story.

Senators to help Support the Oklahoma Tornado Relief Effort

Team to donate all the proceeds from jersey auctions and raffle this weekend

This Saturday the Harrisburg Senators and their fans will step forward to do their part in helping the Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts. The Senators are wearing special Camouflage Jerseys which fans will have an opportunity to own through donation to the relief efforts. All proceeds from the auctions and raffle will be donated to the American Red Cross to support the Oklahoma Tornado Relief Efforts.

A live auction will take place after the game with several players participating. In addition, several jerseys will be in a silent auction during the game on Saturday night and one jersey will be available in an online auction beginning Friday. The remaining jerseys will be in a raffle with fans able to purchase raffle tickets during all four games this weekend. The players will autograph their individual jersey. The raffle will take place during the game on Monday and fans winning jerseys in the raffle will be notified following the game on Monday. 

Please join the Senators in helping those in need in Oklahoma. The tornado, which struck Monday, was 1.3 miles wide, was on the ground for nearly 40 minutes, and killed 24 people in Moore, Oklahoma, a suburb of Oklahoma City.

The game time on Saturday is 7:00 p.m. with the Senators taking on the Reading Fightin Phils. Tickets are available on game days 10:00 a.m. until the end of the game, and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until the end of the game. Box office hours on non-game days are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available via telephone during the same hours as the box office hours. Tickets are also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, online at www.senatorsbaseball.com.

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

Silver Hawks to Help Veteran’s Take Flight

Join your Silver Hawks Thursday, June 6 for a special showing of Honor Flight on the 69th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy. Honor Flight is a documentary about four living World War II veterans and a Midwest community coming together to provide them a trip to Washington, DC to see the memorial constructed for them in 2004.

The gates will open at 6:00pm and the movie will begin at 7:00pm on the scoreboard. During the event there will be military vehicles onsite and a military flyby featuring WII planes. Tickets are $5.00 and can be purchased online www.SilverHawks.com , look for the Honor Flight info the home page. Tickets may also be purchased through the Box Office, in person and over the phone 574-235-9988, Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm. Parking will be free for the event and concessions will be open.

Proceeds from the event will aid in sending veterans from the Michiana area to the memorial in Washington, D.C. The Honor Flight Network is a nonprofit organization, with 117 hubs across the United States, which has flown over 100,000 veterans to Washington, D.C. for more information on the non-profit visit www.honorflight.org.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the South Bend Silver Hawks. Click here to view the original story.

Gwinnett Braves Award April Grant to Gwinnett County Special Olympics

“Take Me Out to a Ball Game” themed grant will help fund sports programs for disabled youth

Gwinnett BravesThe Gwinnett Braves have awarded their $1,000 grant for the month of April to Gwinnett County Special Olympics. The “Take Me Out to a Ball Game” themed grant, aimed at assisting organizations that promote youth athletics and activities, will help fund Special Olympics’ sports programs for youth with intellectual disabilities.

Gwinnett-County-Special-Olympics-logoThe Special Olympics program was founded in 1968 by Eunice Kennedy Shriver and provides year-round training and athletic competition for more than one million athletes in nearly 150 countries and all 50 states in the United States. Gwinnett County Special Olympics is the agency that operates the Special Olympics program in Gwinnett County. Their program supports more than 2,000 athletes of all ages including school-age children with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy of sports participation.

The funds from the grant awarded by the Gwinnett Braves will help Gwinnett County Special Olympics in its continued mission to provide uniforms, transportation, sports facilities and equipment for youth athletes specifically in Gwinnett County. The Gwinnett Braves and Gwinnett County Special Olympics have had a strong partnership for the past five years, including an annual “Best Buddies” clinic where disabled youth learn baseball skills from G-Braves players at Coolray Field.

“The Special Olympics mission remains as vital today as it did when the movement was founded in 1968 by Eunice Shriver,” said Karen O’Connor, Fundraising & Outreach Chairman of Gwinnett County Special Olympics. “Through the power of sport, Special Olympics strives to create a better world by fostering the acceptance and inclusion of all people. Our 2,100 school age athletes, parents and volunteers are so appreciative for the Gwinnett Braves’ support.”

The original story appeared on the Gwinnett Braves’ website can can be viewed by clicking here.

The Charleston RiverDogs bring “Pink in the Park” to The Joe

Charleston-RiverDogsOn Sunday, May 12th, Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park became a vision in pink to help Save the Milkshakes. To celebrate Mother’s Day, and to raise awareness for Breast Cancer, the Charleston RiverDogs teamed up with a locally founded Breast Cancer Awareness nonprofit, Save the Milkshakes for the inaugural Pink in the Park event at The Joe.

“Since Breast Cancer Awareness Month does not fall within our season, it was important for us to show our support somehow.” says Director of Community Relations, Lauren Allio. “We feel that the inaugural Pink in the Park event went very well! And we look forward to continuing it in the future.”

Save-the-Milkshakes-logoAs a special promotion for Pink in the Park, $1 from every Beer Shake sold on Sunday May 12th was donated to Save the Milkshakes. These proceeds, along with the funds collected from selling “Save the Milkshake” t-shirts, which you can purchase for the rest of the RiverDogs season at the Pie House, located within Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, will go towards breast cancer research.

Save the Milkshakes is a locally founded Breast Cancer Awareness Organization with the goal to help local women diagnosed with breast cancer while pregnant. Save the Milkshakes hopes to provide funding to breast cancer research while bringing together mothers that have just been diagnosed with breast cancer with those that are able to donate breast milk to newborn babies. For more information about save the Milkshakes visit http://www.savethemilkshakes.org/.

2013 Knights Charity Golf Classic a Success

Thanks to some great organizations, the Knights raised $14,500 on Wednesday. (Tony Ulchar)
Thanks to some great organizations, the Knights raised $14,500 on Wednesday. (Tony Ulchar)

The Charlotte Knights held their 6th Annual Charity Golf Classic, presented by Duke Energy, on Wednesday, May 22 at the Tega Cay Golf Club. The event was a huge success.

Over 150 golfers arrived on Wednesday eager to get on the course. The weather was beautiful and the competition was fierce — and it was all for a great cause.

Registration began at 8:30 a.m. and by 10:00 a.m., the golfers hit the course ready for a full day of fun in the sun. Golfers competed to win some great prizes, but the day was more about raising money for charity.

Knights Community Relations Director Lindsey Roycraft did an outstanding job putting the entire event together.

Wednesday’s annual golf classic was set up to help raise money for the Levine Children’s Hospital. Each year, the Knights, along with many of their great partners, hold this golf event to raise awareness and money for children and families in need. 100% of the money raised from the golf classic goes directly to Levine Children’s Hospital.

After all of the golf, the players made their way back for some delicious food and the award presentation. At that time, Knights Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer Dan Rajkowski, along with Mark Griffith of Levine Children’s Hospital, announced the grand total raised. In all, Wednesday’s event raised $14,500 surpassing the total raised in 2012. In the six-year span that the Knights have held the tournament, the team has raised over $100,000 for Levine Children’s Hospital.

The Knights would like to take a moment to thank all of the great people who helped make Wednesday’s golf classic a success. We look forward to continuing our great relationship with the fine people at Levine Children’s Hospital and we can’t wait to raise even more money in 2014.

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

66ers Announce Protect & Serve Night

Inland Empire Will Honor Local Police and Sheriff July 20, 2013

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San Bernardino, CA – The Inland Empire 66ers have partnered with the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner’s Department and local police departments for a special Protect and Serve Night, presented by Toyota and Scion of Redlands, honoring the brave men and women of local law enforcement. Proceeds from ticket sales for the game and bids from the silent auction of team jerseys will benefit the MacKay and Collins families, both affected during the recent Big Bear manhunt.

“The Inland Empire’s law enforcement was tested recently, and they showed the nation their strength and resolve under pressure,” said Inland Empire 66ers General Manger Joe Hudson. “We look forward to honoring our brave local men and women who protect us every day, and especially the two families who were most deeply affected during the recent tragedy.”

“The Protect and Serve Night is a wonderful event that brings together the community and law enforcement,” said San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner John McMahon. “We will be honoring two of our very own heroes, Detective Jeremiah MacKay and Deputy Collins. A generous amount of the proceeds will benefit both families as they embark on new challenges and the process of healing.”

Twenty percent of all ticket revenue will be donated to the families of fallen officer Detective Jeremiah MacKay as well as his seriously wounded partner, Deputy Alex Collins. In addition, sheriff’s-inspired jerseys worn by the team and coaches for the night will be auctioned after the game to benefit the families as well.

“Toyota of Redlands and the Tom Bell Auto Group are honored to host this special event to benefit the families of fallen Detective MacKay as well as injured Detective Collins, and all law enforcement,” said Paul Smith, General Manager of Toyota and Scion of Redlands. “These individuals put their lives in jeopardy every day to protect and serve the people, property and businesses in our areas. We are glad to have a part in this event to help relieve the families of financial burdens, faced when tragic events occur out of their control.”

Tickets should be in high demand since Saturday, July 20, is also Mark Trumbo bobblehead night, presented by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Inland Empire fans can purchase group packages for this or any other Inland Empire 66ers home game. To purchase tickets or for more information about the Inland Empire 66ers, please contact Adam Franey at (909) 495-7633. Additional information is available online at www.66ers.com.

 

Please click here to purchase tickets.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Inland Empire 66ers. Click here to view the original story.

Moore / Tornado Red Cross Relief Drive at Citibank Ballpark

RockHounds and Sockers Team up with ICA Broadcasting

Anyone that donates at the Citibank Ballpark location will receive a ticket voucher to a future game
Anyone that donates at the Citibank Ballpark location will receive a ticket voucher to a future game

ICA Broadcasting has seeded a drive for families affected by the severe weather in Oklahoma (Moore, Oklahoma City area), with a donation of $150,000 and are asking local residents to contribute as well. Cash donations (or check) will go to the Red Cross efforts in the area.

CBS 7, KISSFM, My Country 96.1, Mix 106, Classic Rock 102 and News Talk 550 are all under ICA’s umbrella and are helping with the drive. Due to a lack of a Midland location, the Midland RockHounds and SockersFC have stepped up and will be accepting donations in Midland at the Citibank Ballpark Box Office. Donations will be accepted from noon until 7:00 PM at the ballpark and from noon until 7:00 PM in Odessa at the Music City Mall Parking Lot.

Anyone that donates at Citibank Ballpark will receive a ticket voucher to a future RockHounds home game.

– Donate online by going to www.redcross.org  and click on the DONATE NOW button on the home page.

– Text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10.00 contribution that will be added to the donor’s cell phone bill.

– Credit card gifts can be made by phone by calling 1-800-Red Cross and/or calling the local office at 432-563-2267.

– Checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 60310, Midland, Texas 79711 or dropped off at 9601 Wright Drive (Just East of the Commemorative Air Force Museum). Write Disaster Relief or Spring Tornadoes in the Memo Line of the check.

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

Chasers to Hold Auctions for Oklahoma Tornado Relief for Remainder of Homestand

All proceeds from Storm Chasers/MLB merchandise will go to help devastated area of Moore, Oklahoma

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OMAHA, Neb. – The tragic events in Moore, Oklahoma over the past few days have hit close to home with the Omaha Storm Chasers, not only because of the storm and tornado history associated with the state of Nebraska and the Omaha Metro but also due to the Pacific Coast League membership of the Oklahoma City RedHawks, whose home park is located just fifteen minutes away from the city of Moore.

As a way to show their support, the Omaha Storm Chasers will use the remainder of this current homestand that runs through Thursday to attempt to raise money by holding silent auctions of Storm Chasers, Kansas City Royals and Major League Baseball merchandise. All proceeds will go to the relief efforts in Moore, Oklahoma, and fans will have the opportunity to place their bids on items varying from autographed jerseys, baseballs, bats and game-used cleats from MLB Players/Hall of Famers such as:

  • Joe Torre, Former Player and Manager, current Director of Baseball Operations for MLB
  • Alex Gordon, current Kansas City Royals star and former Omaha Royals outfielder
  • Wil Myers, 2012 Minor League Player of the Year and former Omaha Storm Chasers outfielder
  • Ryne Sandberg, Major League Baseball Hall of Famer

“Our thoughts are with all those affected by this unthinkable tragedy, and we hope the money raised during the rest of our homestand will help the area of our Pacific Coast League teammate,” said Martie Cordaro, President and General Manager of the Omaha Storm Chasers. “We believe our fans will join us in this effort to help this devastated part of our great country.”

Bids will be accepted during all three remaining games of the homestand, with the option for fans to purchase the item at an elevated donation price. The auction will close following the completion of Thursday’s series finale with the Padres, and the winners of each item will be contacted Friday morning

Also during the remainder of the homestand, the Omaha Storm Chasers will be informing fans in attendance of the ways they can get involved in the relief efforts without bidding on the merchandise. Fans can Text REDCROSS to 90999 to give $10 to American Red Cross Disaster Relief, which helps people affected by disasters such as the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma.

All money that is raised will be donated through the Home Run Foundation of Greater Omaha to the American Red Cross. The final amount will be presented in a ceremony when the Storm Chasers visit the Oklahoma City RedHawks for their series beginning a week from today on May 28. The Storm Chasers players and front office are exploring additional ways to help the affected area of Moore.

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

RiverDogs Donations Amounts to Peanuts

Charleston-RiverDogsLeave it to the Charleston RiverDogs to come to the aid of one of their own.

“Tony the Peanut Man,” the moniker for Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park’s long-time peanut vendor Anthony Wright, suffered a tremendous loss this week with a home fire as chronicled by local media.

Wright reportedly suffered approximately $10,000 in damages to his peanut-boiling equipment that included steel pots and other gear. They were located in the back yard of his West Ashley home.

The RiverDogs, where Tony consistently toils in front of large crowds with his specially-made t-shirt and renowned sweetgrass hat with no top, will donate to him a portion of the club’s peanut sales for this entire four-game homestand (April 19-22). The club will also have a donation station for Wright at Guest Services throughout the homestand. Piggly Wiggly has also pledged to replace all of the peanuts that he lost in the fire.

“We feel for Tony,” said RiverDogs General Manager Dave Echols. “He’s been a Riley Park staple for so long that we felt that we had to do something for him. We’re certain that many of his customers will come to his need during this delicate time.”

The club will also have a between-inning salute for Wright to help raise awareness when the entire Riley Park audience will be invited to participate in singing his famed composition (“Haaaay, haaaay; what I saaaay”) that he includes while dancing his jig after a sale of one of his bags of roasted or boiled peanuts. The ceremony will also acknowledge the contribution the RiverDogs will be making to Tony and hopefully encourage fans to lend a hand and make their own donation.

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Snappers Donate Over $1,000 to Cancer Research

Funds From Jersey Auction Donated to Mercy Foundation

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BELOIT, WI – On Thursday, May 16th, the Beloit Snappers presented the Mercy Foundation with a donation of $1,150 for breast cancer research. The Snappers raised this money during the team’s pink jersey auction on Mother’s Day, May 12th.

Mercy Health Systems is a group whose mission is to inspire positive change and healing through philanthropic giving. Their purpose is defined as “to make a difference by creatively connecting your philanthropic goals with opportunities to support healing in the broadest sense in every community Mercy serves.”

“We’re just happy that we’re able to contribute to this great organization,” said Snappers Community Relations Director Natalie Tobey. “This is an extremely important issue to all of us and we wanted to do whatever we could to help the Mercy Foundation in its fight to find a cure.”

The pink jersey auction was the first of four jersey auctions the Snappers will be doing this year. The team will pay tribute to local firefighters and police with a Guns N’ Hoses jersey auction on June 2nd. They will be sporting military themed threads on July 14th for a National Guard Jersey Auction. Finally, an A’s themed jersey auction is scheduled for August 18th, with the team wearing jersey’s similar to those of their Major League affiliates.

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

Habitat for Humanity to Hold 50/50 Drawings at Blue Rocks Home Games

Proceeds from the Daily Drawings to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County

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WILMINGTON, DE – The Wilmington Blue Rocks are pleased to announce that Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County will hold a 50/50 raffle at each of the remaining Blue Rocks home games during the 2013 season. Proceeds from each raffle go to benefit the Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County.

“This is a brand new concept that will be introduced to our fans, but it is something that has worked at other major league and minor league professional sports venues,” said Kevin P. Linton, director of community affairs for the Blue Rocks. “Fans will have the opportunity to participate in something that is very economical and could win them some extra money, all while supporting a great organization here in the Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County, here in Delaware.”

The 50/50 raffle will be executed by 50/50 Central, a company based out of Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Fans can purchase tickets two different ways while visiting Frawley Stadium during each Blue Rocks game. Fans may purchase tickets at the 50/50 kiosk, which is located on the main concourse across from the Quarry Team Store. Additionally, people can purchase tickets throughout the game from the seats from a 50/50 vendor walking around the seating area.

Tickets can be purchased from the time gates open until the seventh inning. The 50/50 drawing will take place at the end of the seventh inning, via an electronic draw. Tickets can be purchased in the following increments: 1 for $2, 3 for $5, 10 for $10 and 40 for $20. Fans do not need to be present to win the raffle jackpot each night. Jackpots will vary depending on the sales of the tickets each game.

“We’re pleased to be working with the Wilmington Blue Rocks on this exciting fundraising endeavor,” said HFHNCC Chief Executive Officer Kevin L. Smith. We know the Blue Rocks fans and how they’ve supported various community groups throughout their 21 seasons here in Delaware and we’re looking forward to receiving their support.”

Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County has been building affordable housing with low-income families since 1986. Since its inception, Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County has built more than 200 homes in areas throughout New Castle County including the City of Wilmington, Middletown, Newark, New Castle and St. Georges. As a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, it is among the top three largest affiliates in the Northeast (of over 210 affiliates from Delaware to Maine) in terms of home construction. Through its unique approach, Habitat for Humanity helps low-income families break the cycle of poverty through the stability and empowerment gained through homeownership.

The first raffle drawing will take place on Friday, May 17 during the 7:05 p.m. Blue Rocks’ game with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, with a spectacular fireworks show to follow the game. For tickets, and mini-plan information, call 302-888-BLUE.

www.bluerocks.com

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Wilmington Blue Rocks. Click here to view the original story.

G-Braves Announce Benefit for Tripp Halstead

5K Race, Benefit Night at Coolray Field set for Saturday, June 22

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LAWRENCEVILLE, GA – The Gwinnett Braves have announced plans to raise funds for Tripp Halstead, a two-year old Barrow County, Georgia boy who suffered a brain injury when he was struck by a tree limb during Hurricane Sandy last October. The G-Braves will host a 5K Race, dubbed “Tripp’s Trot,” as well as “Tripp Halstead Night” at Coolray Field on Saturday, June 22.

“Tripp’s Trot” will take place in the Coolray Field parking lot at 8:00 AM on June 22. Those interested in registering may do so by visiting trippstrot.com. The cost is $25 if registering before May 22, $28 if registering before June 1, $30 if registering before June 20 and $35 on the day of the event. A Fun Run will also be held that day, costing just $20 to participate.

A race day raffle for G-Braves’ autographed items and a special Pre-Game Parade on the field for all race participants are also planned for June 22. That night, the Gwinnett Braves will host the Syracuse Chiefs for a 7:05 PM game. Prior to the game, country singer/songwriter Jordan Covington will play a special acoustic set.

The club will continue to raise funds before and during the game during “Tripp Halstead Night.” A donation of a portion of the funds raised from the Coolray Field Amusements, plus proceeds from the Post-Game Tennis Toss will all go toward Tripp and his family.

To purchase tickets for the “Tripp Halstead Night” fundraiser, visit gwinnettbraves.com/tripp and enter the special promo code TEAMBOOM. For more information on “Tripp’s Trot” and “Tripp Halstead Night,” contact the Gwinnett Braves at 678-277-0340.

The G-Braves’ next home game at Coolray Field is Saturday, May 18 vs. Louisville, first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.

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

CCSNH, Fisher Cats Foundation Award $5,000 to Local Schools

Eight schools recognized for perfect Reading Challenge participation

New-Hampshire-Fisher-Cats-logo-2013The Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) and the Fisher Cats Foundation awarded $5,000 to local schools on Monday night at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium. A total of eight schools were honored on the field for having one-hundred-percent of their students complete the Fisher Cats Reading Challenge presented by the Community College System of New Hampshire during the 2012-2013 academic year.

The eight schools from across New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts were recognized as finFisher-Cats-Foundation-logo-2013alists during Monday’s ceremony for having every student complete the challenge by reading five books outside their normal school curriculum. Each school was entered into a drawing to win one of three cash prizes, totaling $5,000, from the Fisher Cats Foundation. Salisbury Elementary School earned the top prize of $3,000; Smyth Road Elementary and St. John Regional Junior High School  were each awarded a $1,000 prize for their all-encompassing efforts during the challenge.

Community-College-System-of-NH-logo“This is a tremendous success for the faculty and students at each and every one of these schools,” said Fisher Cats president Rick Brenner. “We congratulate them for putting in the time and effort to meet our challenge this year. Their dedication shows a true commitment to the improvement of their education both in the classroom and at home.”

“New Hampshire’s Community Colleges are proud to be part of this effort to highlight the importance of literacy to New Hampshire students,” said Shannon Reid, Director of Communications for CCSNH. “The Reading Challenge involves students, parents, and teachers in an effort that is both purposeful and fun. The support of the Fisher Cats organization adds a special dimension and reward for the students who earn tickets in recognition of their reading achievement and for the schools that took home prizes.”

On Monday night, faculty members of Ashby Elementary School, Errol Consolidated School, Maple Avenue Elementary School, Milan Village School, Russell Elementary School, Smyth Road Elementary School, Salisbury Elementary School, and St. Joseph Regional Junior High School were all celebrated for their success.

During the school year, the Fisher Cats and CCSNH reached out to more than 55,000 students in approximately 150 schools to present the CCSNH Reading Challenge. Students needed to read at least five books outside of their normal school curriculum in order to earn individual recognition at a Fisher Cats game. Upon completing the challenge, each student received a pair of tickets, courtesy of CCSNH, to a Fisher Cats Reading Challenge game and the opportunity to participate in a pre-game parade around the field.

This article originally appeared on the Fisher Cats’ website, and can be viewed here.

World Record Attempt to Support Walk to End Alzheimer’s

ONEOK Field to host First Pitch record attempt

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Join the Tulsa Drillers for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Night presented by Montereau and Tulsa’s Channel 8 as they partner to Strike Out Alzheimer’s in World Record fashion on Saturday, May 25! Be a part of history as the Drillers attempt to throw out more than 12,000 first pitches before the Drillers game at ONEOK Field.

Fans can take part in this record-breaking occasion by heading to ONEOK Field on Saturday, May 25 between the hours of midnight and 5:00pm. Fans of all ages are invited to participate, but adult supervision is encouraged for children under 18.

The suggested donation per pitch is $1, but a donation is not required to participate. There is no limit on number of pitches a participant can throw. Fans wanting to be a part of the record attempt can enter ONEOK Field through the Arvest Entrance at the corner of Brady St. and Elgin Ave.

Those who cannot attend are invited to pitch virtually. For every dollar donated online, a pitch will be thrown out by a volunteer at the field. Donations can be made by visiting www.StrikeOutALZ.org.

Money raised during Strike Out ALZ and the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Night will fund Alzheimer’s care, support and research. For more information, visit www.StrikeOutALZ.org.

To complete the day of baseball activities, the Tulsa Drillers will wear special edition purple jerseys as they take on the Frisco Roughriders at 7 p.m. during the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Night presented by Montereau and KTUL. Spectators are invited to join the Drillers by wearing purple to help raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.

The limited edition purple jerseys will be sold during a silent auction that will take place through the eighth inning outside Black Gold Outfitters. Walk to End Alzheimer’s merchandise, event sign up information and Alzheimer’s educational material will also be available.

 

About the Walk to End Alzheimer’s: The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s – the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death. For more information, or to form a team, visit www.tulsawalk.org.

 

About the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit www.alz.org or call 800-272-3900.

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