Safe Trick-OR-Treat & Halloween Movie Night at FirstEnergy Stadium, Presented by T-Mobile

“It’s A Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown” movie will air for families on FirstEnergy Vision video board

The Reading Fightin Phils are excited to offer a safe Trick-or-Treat opportunity for the community. On Friday, October 30th, fans can experience a socially safe Halloween at FirstEnergy Stadium filled with lots of fun, candy, and the perfect movie.

Limited passes will be available for this event for only $2, guests are recommended to buy them in advance. Passes may be purchased at bit.ly/3l4vpPF. A portion of the proceeds will go to Baseballtown Charities.

The gates will open at 5:00pm, with the Trick-or-Treating scheduled running from 5-6:30. “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” movie will begin at approximately 6:30pm. The run time is 25 minutes.

All attendees are encouraged to dress in costume or Halloween attire. R-Phils classic ballpark concessions will be open for dinner and drinks along with merchandise store.

The organization is committed to bringing exciting events to the ballpark this fall. This is a great opportunity to spend some time outdoors in a safe, community environment. Don’t miss out on one of the last events at the ballpark this season!

For all information about this night and all events at FirstEnergy Stadium please visit rphils.com/events.

FirstEnergy Stadium is the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies and the home of the Reading Fightin Phils. The stadium is located at 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA 19605.

Baseballtown Charities ‘Dinner Under the Stars’ Set for October 3rd

 

The Reading Fightin Phils are pleased to announce the Baseballtown Charities Dinner Under the Stars. The fifth annual event will be held on the field at FirstEnergy Stadium. Enjoy a wonderful night outdoors and support a great cause!

Tickets are $100 per person with the cocktail hour beginning at 5:30 and the dinner at 6:30. All attendees are encouraged to wear white attire to match the ‘Beisbol Blanco’ theme!

Join us for a night of entertainment from Erich Cawalla and the Uptown Band. The R-Phils are proud to have partnered with Willoughby’s on Park, The Berkshire County Club, Crowne Plaza Reading, and Redner’s Markets for the night’s cuisine. FirstEnergy Stadium will be spectacularly decorated by Dave Reppert through Wishes Entertaining & Event Design.

Please consider sponsoring the event at either premium or secondary levels. Sponsors will receive print, verbal, and social media recognition.

The R-Phils and Baseballtown Charities will adhere to all CDC and Pennsylvania state health department guidelines.

This event is significant to the growth and prosperity of Baseballtown Charities. The Reading Fightin Phils encourage you to engage in an exciting, community celebration! For more information and to purchase a ticket Baseballtown.org.

Baseballtown Charities is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded to keep baseball alive in Reading so youngsters can benefit from the many life lessons the game teaches.

Sea Dogs Virtual Sell Out to Help Strike Out Cancer in Kids

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Portland, Maine– Throughout the month of September, which is National Childhood Cancer Awareness month, the Sea Dogs are asking fans to help virtually sell out Hadlock Field to raise money for the Sea Dogs’ official charity- Maine Children’s Cancer Program.

The Sea Dogs and Maine Children’s Cancer Program are hoping to sell 7,368 virtual seats, representing the capacity of Hadlock Field, at $10.00 per seat, with all the money generated benefitting Maine Children’s Cancer Program.

Fans can purchase their virtual seats and contribute to the fundraiser at seadogs.com. The virtual sell out fundraising campaign will run from September 1st -30th.

Everyone who purchases a ticket will be entered to win a Sea Dogs prize pack. Winners will be drawn weekly throughout the fundraising campaign.

“Unfortunately, we were not able to sell out any games this season at Hadlock Field,” stated Sea Dogs President & General Manager Geoff Iacuessa. “We have the best fans in baseball and we know that they will help us achieve the most meaningful sell out of them all, the one that helps children and their families in Maine battling cancer.”

During a normal season, the Sea Dogs’ Strike Out Cancer in Kids program, raises money through fan pledges per strikeouts thrown by Sea Dogs pitchers. In 25 seasons of the program, more than 5 million dollars has been raised for Maine Children’s Cancer Program. With the cancellation of the 2020 Minor League Baseball season, the virtual sell out, is a crucial program for the Sea Dogs to still be able to deliver the fundraising that Maine Children’s Cancer Program counts on us and our fans on to provide so that they can help strike out cancer in kids.

“Unfortunately, childhood cancer does not let up during a pandemic, which is why support from community members like you remains as vital as ever,” stated Maine Children’s Cancer Program Philanthropy Manager Ashton Hunter-Sildve. “For 25 years, the Portland Sea Dogs have made it their mission to “go to bat” for local children battling cancer. The funds raised through Strike Out Cancer in Kids over the last 25 years has helped our team at MCCP provide world-class cancer care in a closer to home setting, support services for the entire family through their journey with childhood cancer and research opportunities that continue to bring us closer to a cure! Join the Portland Sea Dogs as they virtually sell out Hadlock Field to continue making a difference in the lives of Maine’s youngest cancer fighters.”

RubberDucks To Feature Sports Industry Leaders In First Women In Sports Virtual Panel Sept. 2nd

 

(AKRON, OHIO) August 25, 2020 – The Akron RubberDucks are proud to announce their first ever Women in Sports Virtual panel featuring a variety of women who have established themselves as leaders in the sports from all across the country on September 2, brought to you by State & Federal Communications. This virtual panel is free to the public via Zoom invite link, beginning promptly at 7 p.m. on September 2, and is expected to run until 8:30 p.m.

Attendees can sign up to join this free Zoom webinar by visiting https://www.milb.com/akron/team/registration and a confirmation email will be sent to attendees by 5 p.m. the day they sign up. The Zoom webinar link will be sent the morning of September 2 with relevant login information. This live panel will be emceed by RubberDucks lead broadcaster, Marco LaNave, and will feature the below executives who have graciously offered their advice and insight on their experience working within the sports industry:

Panelists:

  • Linda McNabb – VP of Sales & Marketing, Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
  • Jan Burke – Director, Ticket Sales and Services, Canton Charge
  • Emily Gates – Director of Sport Management Baseball, Field Hockey and Volleyball, Ohio High School Athletic Association
  • Donna Orender – CEO, Orender Unlimited. Former president of the WNBA and Senior Vice President of the PGA
  • Joey Arrietta – Director of Fastpitch Operations, Racers Foundation and Founder/President of Akron Racers Softball

Each panelist will introduce herself and reflect on the topics below, which will then be followed by a Question & Answer segment where Zoom attendees will get the chance to speak with top sports industry executives.

Some of the topics these respected leaders in the sports industry will reflect on include:

  • How they began their journey in the sports industry, and how they subsequently rose through the ranks into the top leaderships they held throughout their careers
  • The challenges that these leaders faced while starting in an industry predominantly run by men
  • What factors and experiences shaped these women into the respected leaders they have become in the sports industry
  • The benefits and value of strong mentorship in order to empower future generations of women to break into the sports industry
  • What challenges still exist and affect women’s ability to break into and advance within the sports industry

“The RubberDucks are proud to offer the opportunity to hear from experienced female executives with broad and diverse backgrounds in the sports industry,” said Jim Pfander, General Manager of the Akron RubberDucks. “These women have worked hard and have overcome many obstacles on their way to the leadership roles they hold, so their insight and advice is invaluable to any person looking to enter the sports industry.”

Attendees will walk away from this event having the knowledge that women can be, and currently are, leaders in the sports industry and to showcase the sisterhood that exists among women currently working in sports. This event will give all attendees a strong understanding of some of the hurdles and challenges that they may encounter along their career path. The goal for this panel is to help all attendees become better prepared for their journey into the sports industry by hearing from these five well-regarded, top executives.

For any questions regarding this event, please contact Ticket Sales Associate, Jenna Smith by phone at (330) 375-1715 or by email at [email protected].

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit www.akronrubberducks.com. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram at @akronrubberducks.

R-Phils Announce Rip It Fall High School Showcase 

 

The Reading Fightin Phils are proud to present their second Rip It Baseballtown Charities High School Showcase. All games will be played at the Double-A ballpark of the Philadelphia Phillies, FirstEnergy Stadium.

With the success of the first showcase, the R-Phils are happy to provide an opportunity to allow more kids to play baseball. Registration will benefit Baseballtown Charities.

There will be one game a night, played at 5:30 pm, starting Monday, August 24. Muhlenberg, Twin Valley, and Wilson are set to square off during the showcase.

The schedule is as following:

24-Aug — 5:30

Wilson

Twin Valley

25-Aug — 5:30

Twin Valley

Muhlenberg

1-Sep — 5:30

Muhlenberg

Twin Valley

2-Sep — 5:30

Muhlenberg

Wilson

Select food and drink concessions stands will be open for purchase. There will be no admission fee and, as always, parking will be free.

The R-Phils will also be hosting their Rip It Baseballtown Charities Fall Showcase for 13U-19U teams on weekends in September. Please visit rphils.com/showcase for more information or email [email protected] to sign up.

Register for the Rip It Baseballtown Charities Fall Showcase 

 

Rip It Baseballtown Charities is excited to announce its fall showcases for 13U, 14U, 15/16U, and 18/19U. All games are played at America’s Classic Ballpark, FirstEnergy Stadium, the home of the Reading Fightin Phils!

With the uncertainty of fall sports, the Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase will provide athletes with the opportunity to play on a professional baseball field. The showcase is open to all teams within the age classification. Join us for two weekends filled with memorable baseball and fun!

Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase 15/16U

Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13

$750 for a two game showcase at America’s Classic Ballpark – FirstEnergy Stadium, the home of the Reading Fightin Phils!

Teams will be paired against like opponents.

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED! Enter today so you are not shut out!!!

Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase 18/19U

Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13

$750 for a two game showcase at America’s Classic Ballpark – FirstEnergy Stadium, the home of the Reading Fightin Phils!

Teams will be paired against like opponents.

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED! Enter today so you are not shut out!!!

Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase 13U

Friday, September 18 – Sunday, September 20

$750 for a two game showcase at America’s Classic Ballpark – FirstEnergy Stadium, the home of the Reading Fightin Phils!

Teams will be paired against like opponents.

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED! Enter today so you are not shut out!!!

Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase 14U

Friday, September 18 – Sunday, September 20

$750 for a two game showcase at America’s Classic Ballpark – FirstEnergy Stadium, the home of the Reading Fightin Phils!

Teams will be paired against like opponents.

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED! Enter today so you are not shut out!!!

Call C.J. Lindsay at 484-784-7392 or email *[email protected]* to reserve your spot.

Please note – if any games are unable to be played, either because of weather, or Covid-19 related issues, teams will receive a full prorated refund (ie. if you pay $750, and only play 1 game, you would receive a $375 refund). Teams must provide a Certificate of Insurance in advance.

This showcase is presented by T-Mobile, E.G.Smith, Inc, Abilities in Motion, Fleetwood Bank, Comfort Pro Inc, Albright College, Stoney Creek Rentals, Deer Country Farm & Lawn, Inc., and PSECU!

Proceeds will benefit Baseballtown Charities – helping more kids play baseball. Specifically – Inner-City kids, and physically and developmentally challenged kids. Thank you for supporting Baseballtown Charities. Admission, as well as parking, is FREE for all fans. R-Phils concessions will be open at all games for fans to enjoy their favorite ballpark food and drink.

All information about the showcase and FirstEnergy Stadium’s COVID safety guidelines can be found at milb.com/reading/events/showcase.

FirstEnergy stadium is the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies and the home of the Reading Fightin Phils. The stadium is located at 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA 19605.

Senators Host Blood Drive with Central PA Blood Bank

 

The Harrisburg Senators are teaming up with the Central PA Blood Bank for a Blood Drive in the Senators home clubhouse at FNB Field on Friday, August 14th from 9am – 5pm.

Details:

Covid-19 Antibody Testing available in August with each successful blood donation

  • We strongly suggest you schedule an appointment to donate blood. *appointments help us improve your donation experience
  • Walk-ins are welcome, however, donors with appointments will be taken first and this may result in a significant wait time.
  • Masks are required
  • If you aren’t wearing a mask, we will provide one for you.

To schedule an appointment call: 1-800-771-0059 OR sign up here:
https://donate.717giveblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/32284
Please park in the North Parking Lot on City Island and follow the signs to donate

FREE COVID-19 Antibody testing
Choice of a Harrisburg Senators Hat or Drawstring Bag & a blood donor t-shirt for everyone giving at this challenging time

Senior Spotlight Series Rolls On At Canal Park With Two Midweek Senior Night Games August 4th & 6th

 

(AKRON, OHIO) July 31, 2020 – The Akron RubberDucks are thrilled to host two more games in this summer’s socially-distant Senior Spotlight Series at Canal Park featuring teams from all over Northeast Ohio. On August 4th the Brunswick Blue Devils will square off with the seniors from Highland and Barberton high schools, while on August 6th Cuyahoga Falls and Woodridge will take a trip down Route 8 to face off one more time at Canal Park.

Each game will be a traditional seven-inning exhibition with gates opening to fans at 5:00 p.m. and first pitch at 6:05 p.m. at the home of the Akron RubberDucks. Both games will be broadcast live on the radio at 640 WHLO, the new home for Akron RubberDucks baseball, beginning at 6 p.m. These games mark the sixth and seventh Senior Spotlight games to be held at Canal Park this summer.

These games will offer student-athletes from the class of 2020 a way to celebrate Senior Night together after the high school spring sports season was cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak. This senior night will certainly be memorable as players will have their pictures on the video board and pregame celebrations will commemorate the occasion.

“This obviously isn’t the way these student-athletes envisioned their senior seasons playing out, but we are excited to offer them one last opportunity to take the field wearing their school’s colors,” said RubberDucks General Manager Jim Pfander, “This summer we have made sure to safely offer this opportunity to our community and we are so excited to celebrate these student-athletes in their final game. “

The Akron RubberDucks will continue to follow all social distancing protocols as outlined by Gov. DeWine, Mayor Horrigan, and state and local health officials. The attendance for each event will be limited to 1,000 fans at Canal Park, socially distanced within the seating bowl.

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TICKETS

Tickets to these events are available for $10 and can be purchased online at www.akronrubberducks.com or by directly contacting the Akron RubberDucks sales team at (330) 253-5151 or [email protected]. Each fan in attendance will need to present their ticket—either printed in advance or displayed on a mobile device—at their designated point of entry into the ballpark with all members of their party together at the time of entry.

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INSIDE THE BALLPARK

No outside food or beverage is permitted, but Canal Park concessions will be available for purchase via CASHLESS purchases. All guests at Canal Park will be required to wear face coverings at all times, except while sitting in their assigned, socially-distanced seating location.

RubberDucks staff members are available by phone and email to answer any questions or concerns. The ticket office can be reached at [email protected].

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit www.akronrubberducks.com. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram at @akronrubberducks.

Baseballtown Charities Night Golf Set for September 12

 

The Reading Fightin Phils and Baseballtown Charities prepare to host their annual night golf event presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The golf classic will be nine holes played at Manor Golf Club and the event will benefit a great cause in Baseballtown Charities.

Night Golf will be held on September 12 with registration beginning at 7pm and the walk starting at 8:15 pm. The classic will be played as a scramble event in foursomes. The registration fee is $300 and includes 1 glow ball, light saber, glow necklace, and hot dog/ chip voucher along with all you care to drink. There will be extra glow balls available to purchase.

Sponsorship packages are also available. There are different levels of packages for all types of recognition ranging from presenting sponsor to a one-hole sponsorship. They also include prominent signage, banner display, award presentation, and social media acknowledgment.

For more information or to reserve your spot visit https://bit.ly/2ZOGrAM.

All proceeds benefit Baseballtown Charities. Baseballtown Charities is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded to keep baseball alive in Reading so youngsters can benefit from the many life lessons the game teaches.

Manor Golf Course is located at 153 Bran Road, Sinking Spring, PA 19608. This local club is one of the oldest public courses in Eastern, Pennsylvania and was selected for the 4th consecutive year as the Best Public Golf Course of Berks County. It is a traditional championship-style golf course designed by Alexander Findlay, ‘the father of American golf.’

Harley Night is Back For R-Phils Party With A Purpose

 

The Reading Fightin Phils and Classic Harley-Davidson are bringing back Harley Night on Thursday, August 6th during their Party With A Purpose event. The night will begin with the annual ride from Classic Harley and the fun will continue at the ballpark. Enjoy live music, your favorite ballpark food & drinks, and a catch on the outfield!

This season would have been the 23rd Annual Harley Night. The R-Phils have found a way to continue the tradition this summer! The ride from Classic Harley in Leesport at 5:30 and end at FirstEnergy Stadium.

The $5 entrance fee to support the Blue Mountain Chapter of the Nam Knights of America Motorcycle Club, assisting local Veterans and Police Officers in their time of need. Purchase a pass at R-Phils.com/events. Or visit bit.ly/2BKLadB on the Classic Harley website.

In keeping with the guidelines for outdoor dining, and social distancing, the event will be limited to a small number of people. This community event is family-friendly and will take place in Tompkins VIST Bank Plaza, as well as on the field at America’s Classic Ballpark!

Gates will open at 5:15 and the concession stand will be open from 5:30PM – 8:30PM. Fans will also have access to the field to have a catch and spread out. There will be live music by a local artist.

Senior Spotlight Series Continues At Canal Park With Two More Senior Night Games Slated For July 30, 31

 

(AKRON, OHIO) July 26, 2020 – The Akron RubberDucks are proud to announce to two more games in this summer’s socially-distant Senior Spotlight Series at Canal Park. July 30 will feature another Suburban league showdown as Nordonia High School takes on Wadsworth High School, and July 31 showcases the Royals of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (CVCA) against the Titans of Triway High School. Each game will be a nine-inning exhibition with gates opening to fans at 5:30 p.m. and first pitch at 7:05 p.m. at the home of the Akron RubberDucks.

Despite the high school spring sports season being cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak, each team will be able to celebrate Senior Night in a memorable way as players will have their pictures on the video board and pregame celebrations will commemorate the occasion.

“This summer has been unlike any other, but we are so thrilled to offer these student-athletes the opportunity to play one last game as seniors under the lights here at our ballpark. We know the players and coaches are missing out on many memories, but we know this Senior Night will be one to remember,” said RubberDucks Owner Ken Babby, “The safety of our community is of the utmost importance, and we will continue to offer a safe way for our community to celebrate these student-athletes. “

The Akron RubberDucks will continue to follow all social distancing protocols as outlined by Gov. DeWine, Mayor Horrigan, and state and local health officials. The attendance for each event will be limited to 1,000 fans at Canal Park, socially distanced within the seating bowl.

TICKETS

Tickets to this event are available for $10 and can be purchased online at www.akronrubberducks.com or by directly contacting the Akron RubberDucks sales team at (330) 253-5151 or [email protected]. Each fan in attendance will need to present their ticket—either printed in advance or displayed on a mobile device—at their designated point of entry into the ballpark with all members of their party together at the time of entry.

INSIDE THE BALLPARK

No outside food or beverage is permitted, but Canal Park concessions will be available for purchase via CASHLESS purchases. All guests at Canal Park will be required to wear face coverings at all times, except while sitting in their assigned, socially-distanced seating location.

RubberDucks staff members are available by phone and email to answer any questions or concerns. The ticket office can be reached at [email protected].

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit www.akronrubberducks.com. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram at @akronrubberducks.

Senior Spotlight To Feature Hudson And Stow-Munroe Falls/Kent Roosevelt At Canal Park July 25

 

(AKRON, OHIO) July 20, 2020 – Canal Park will once again play host to another night of celebration for the Class of 2020 as the Hudson Explorers will take on a combined team from Kent Roosevelt and Stow-Munroe Falls High Schools on July 25. This third installment of Senior Night features a Suburban League rivalry matchup with first pitch of the nine-inning game set for 7:05 p.m. at the home of the Akron RubberDucks.

Due to the high school baseball season being cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak, each team will be able to celebrate Senior Night in a memorable way as players will have their pictures on the video board and pregame celebrations will commemorate the occasion. Post-game fireworks for this event will begin shortly after the conclusion of this game.

“Seeing these student-athletes and coaches have one more opportunity to play together this year has been incredible, and we can’t wait to see our community come together again in this special celebration for the Class of 2020,” said RubberDucks General Manager Jim Pfander, “Safety at Canal Park is our highest priority so that we can offer our community another memorable evening for the student-athletes and their families. “

The Akron RubberDucks will continue to follow all social distancing protocols as outlined by Gov. DeWine, Mayor Horrigan, and state and local health officials. The attendance for this event will be limited to 1,000 fans at Canal Park, socially distanced within the seating bowl.

TICKETS

Tickets to this event are available for $10 and can be purchased online at www.akronrubberducks.com or by directly contacting the Akron RubberDucks sales team at (330) 253-5151 or [email protected]. Each fan in attendance will need to present their ticket—either printed in advance or displayed on a mobile device—at their designated point of entry into the ballpark with all members of their party together at the time of entry.

INSIDE THE BALLPARK

No outside food or beverage is permitted, but Canal Park concessions will be available for purchase via CASHLESS purchases. All guests at Canal Park will be required to wear face coverings at all times, except while sitting in their assigned, socially-distanced seating location.

RubberDucks staff members are available by phone and email to answer any questions or concerns. The ticket office can be reached at [email protected].

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit www.akronrubberducks.com. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram at @akronrubberducks.

Powerhouse Programs To Square Off Wednesday At FirstEnergy Stadium

Students from Wilson-West Lawn & Plymouth Whitemarsh will take the field

(READING, PA) – Two strong baseball programs are scheduled to play one another as a part of the Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase. Mays Sandwich Shop – Spring Township (Wilson-West Lawn) will face Colonial Baseball (Plymouth Whitemarsh) at FirstEnergy Stadium on Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30pm. Admission is free for all fans that wish to attend.

Both associated high school teams were projected to be major players in the PIAA this season and set to make it deep into the state championships. Last year, they made it into the final rounds so many players are hungry to compete once again.

Brady Gibble, a senior from Wilson, participated in the All-Star Senior Classic on Monday and will play in the game on Wednesday. He said this has been something to really look forward to. “I’m glad to have a game against a good opponent that we could have possibly seen if we played the season,” Gibble explained. “Plus, this is a great field, it never disappoints to play here.”

Wilson’s head coach, Sal Raccuglia says his team had high expectations for the 2020 season. They have all of the pieces and will be extremely competitive next season. A lot of the players have been staying in shape playing travel and legion ball.

Raccuglia is looking forward to playing at FirstEnergy Stadium. “I want to give a bunch of different guys the opportunity for experience and playing time,” he said. “The showcase will provide a sense of baseball normalcy.”

Chris Moreno, the head coach of the Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials expressed his gratitude to the R-Phils for hosting this showcase. “This showcase is a great way to give the guys a moment to see what they have been working towards,” Moreno noted. “I think this is a major opportunity to get the team back together on the field in a beautiful historic ballpark.

When asked about playing against Wilson, Moreno said his team is bringing a pretty big roster and is excited for the chance to play against high caliber teams to see how they measure up. Their main goal was to get back to the level they were at last year and with some key pieces returning, expectations were high. In the meantime, the Colonials will enjoy playing some baseball under the lights during this showcase.

Wilson and PW have multiple seniors going on to further their education and baseball careers. While these graduating seniors have contributed much to their teams past successes, there are many players who will remain on the roster and have a positive impact. Both teams are expected to remain contenders in 2021.

Walsh Jesuit, Alliance Set To Face Off At Canal Park July 18

 

(AKRON, OHIO) July 17, 2020 – The Akron RubberDucks are thrilled to bring another Senior Night celebration to Canal Park this summer as the Walsh Jesuit Warriors and the Alliance Aviators on July 18. This edition of Senior Night features two schools with rich histories in Summit and Stark counties and will begin with first pitch of the nine-inning game at 7:05 p.m. at the home of the Akron RubberDucks.

Due to the high school baseball season being cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak, each team will be able to celebrate Senior Night in a memorable way as players will have their pictures on the video board and pregame celebrations will commemorate the occasion. Post-game fireworks for this event will begin shortly after the conclusion of this game.

“We are thrilled to give these student-athletes one more opportunity to play together this year and to see our community come together in this special celebration for the Class of 2020,” said RubberDucks General Manager Jim Pfander, “We have been working hard to offer safe events at Canal Park this summer, and we can’t wait for our community to be able to see these athletes compete in a safe, socially-distant setting.”

The Akron RubberDucks will continue to follow all social distancing protocols as outlined by Gov. DeWine, Mayor Horrigan, and state and local health officials. The attendance for this event will be limited to 1,000 fans at Canal Park, socially distanced within the seating bowl.

TICKETS

Tickets to this event are available for $10 and can be purchased by directly contacting the Akron RubberDucks sales team at (330) 253-5151 or emailing [email protected]. Each fan in attendance will need to present their ticket—either printed in advance or displayed on a mobile device—at their designated point of entry into the ballpark with all members of their party together at the time of entry.

INSIDE THE BALLPARK

No outside food or beverage is permitted, but Canal Park concessions will be available for purchase via CASHLESS purchases. All guests at Canal Park will be required to wear face coverings at all times, except while sitting in their assigned, socially-distanced seating location.

RubberDucks staff members are available by phone and email to answer any questions or concerns. The ticket office can be reached at [email protected].

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit www.akronrubberducks.com. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter at @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram at @akronrubberducks.

Berks Seniors Spend Memorable Night At First Energy Stadium

 

On Monday, July 13 the Berks County baseball seniors participated in the Rip It Baseballtown Charities All-Star Senior Classic. Players were honored before the game and competed in front of several hundred fans at FirstEnergy Stadium. A big thanks to EG Smith, Abilities in Motion, and Deer Country Farm & Lawn for sponsoring the nights action.

Twin Valley’s Trevor Laraia and Ryan Davis were excited for the opportunity. Davis noted the perfect field and evening for baseball. Laraia could not wait to get out and play as well. He explained, “I’ve been playing and competing against these kids for a while now so it’s nice to get to do it one last time.”

In the top of the fourth inning Reading’s Angel Velez starting off the scoring for the Red Team. He tripled to right field scoring Laraia and Governor Mifflin’s Danny Roesch. Laraia singled, while Roesch reached on a walk.

The Blue Team tied things up in the bottom half of the fourth inning. Fleetwood’s Zachary Sell tripled to score Muhlenberg’s K.J. Blanding. Jeb Kurtz from Daniel Boone then plated Sell on a sacrifice fly.

Things were quiet until the top of the ninth when the Red Team stirred some action. Reading’s Kristian Tirado walked and moved to second on a bunt from Hamburg’s Sean Evangelista. Gaige Brown (Muhlenberg) reached on an error and slid in to second due to defensive indifference. Tanner Vanderslice from Daniel Boone walked to load the bases. The MVP of the night belonged to Reading’s Nomar Torres when he shot a hard liner up the middle to score Tirado and Brown. With Davis at the plate, an error from the catcher allowed Vanderslice to score the third run of the inning, making it 5-2 in favor of the Red Team.

Both teams rotated players in and out so every senior had an opportunity to showcase their skills on the professional ball field.

The game was an important moment for some competitors who may have played their final game of baseball. Others will pursue the sport at a higher level, playing in different divisions of college ball. A few seniors will get the opportunity to play again in the Rip It Baseballtown Charities Showcase happening throughout July, starting tomorrow, Tuesday, July 14, with a double header. Check out milb.com/reading/events/showcase for more information.