Culture Works Weekend Coming to Day Air Ballpark

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.”

High School Baseball Playoffs Return to Whataburger Field

CORPUS CHRISTI – Whataburger Field will play host to three high school baseball regional quarterfinal matchups this week with a potential for a fourth game, if necessary, starting on Thursday, May 19.

Thursday’s games feature Santa Gertrudis Academy vs London at 4:30 PM, with London in the third base dugout. Gates open at 3:30 PM. Following that game, the Sharyland Pioneer Diamondbacks will square off against Veterans Memorial Eagles with first pitch scheduled for 8:00 PM. The Eagles will occupy the third base dugout. Fans who purchase tickets will reserve their seat for that specific game only.

The Needville Blue Jays take on the Sinton Pirates Saturday, May 21. First pitch is at 4:00 PM with gates opening at 3:00 PM. Sinton will utilize the third base dugout. If necessary, game three will immediately follow.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Whataburger Field Box Office or online via the links below. Tickets may also be purchased at the Whataburger Field Box Office in advance and day of game.

Pricing begins at $10 for Reserved seating, $12 for Field Reserved and $14 for Premium Reserved. Current students and staff from each respective school can receive a $2 discount on one (1) ticket only per person with valid school ID. Parking at Whataburger Field is $5.

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Santa Gertrudis Academy vs London | 4:30 PM | BUY TICKETS

Sharyland Pioneer vs Veterans Memorial | 8:00 PM | BUY TICKETS

Saturday, May 21, 2022

Needville vs Sinton | 4:00 PM | BUY TICKETS

Needville vs Sinton (Game 3)*

*If necessary. Needville vs Sinton game three will immediately follow game two. Tickets from game two will grant access for game three.

Drive For Excellence 2022

In partnership with Greenville County Schools and Furman University, the Drive will be hosting their annual Drive for Excellence celebration on Tuesday, May 17th. This evening is all about recognizing high-achieving student-athletes in Greenville County, as each student-athlete with a 4.0 GPA or higher will receive complimentary admission to the game plus in-game recognition and celebration for their hard work and many accomplishments.

A pregame reception for student-athletes and coaches in the 500 Club will begin at 5:30 PM. As part of the reception, special guest Jackie Carson, the current head coach of the Furman Women’s Basketball Team, will deliver a keynote address congratulating these students for their accomplishments and encouraging future success in all of them.

During the game, on-field recognitions will honor the top performing school in each sport, as well as the school with the highest overall GPA among its student-athletes.

Join us on Tuesday night at Fluor Field to help celebrate these hard-working students for their efforts both in the classroom and on the field!

Five High School Games to Take Place over the Next Week at Day Air Ballpark Sponsored by Bob Ross Auto Group

Dayton, Ohio – Five high school baseball games will be hosted at Day Air Ballpark in the heart of the Water Street District over the next week to wrap up the Dragons “High School Baseball Showcase,” presented by Bob Ross Auto Group. Games will take place on Sunday, May 8th, Tuesday, May 10, Wednesday, May 11, and Saturday, May 14.

May 8, 7:00PM: Bradford vs Spencerville

May 10, 4:30PM: Covington vs Twin Valley South (Rescheduled from April 9)

May 10, 7:00PM: Franklin-Monroe vs Arcanum

May 11, 7:00PM: Lima Bath vs Houston

May 14, 7:00PM: Greenon vs Xenia

Bradford vs. Spencerville

Covington vs. Twin Valley South

Covington has a very young team that consists of six underclassmen, led by Jensen Wagoner, Kody Nelson and Jake Dilley. Wagoner and Nelson were also All-League selections last season.

Twin Valley South has two all-conference players returning in Gage Miller (first team) and Grant Ulrich (second team). Miller led Lebanon in wins (6), strikeouts (84) and ERA (3.42) last season. He was also tied for third on the team in runs scored (22). Ulrich led the team in batting average (.405), runs scored (28), and RBI (25) while finishing second in ERA (3.50) in 2021. Kasey Blair was also a key offensive contributor that returns, placing third on the team last season in runs (22) and RBI (19).

Franklin-Monroe vs. Arcanum

Lima Bath vs. Houston

Lima Bath is led by six seniors in Austin Williams, Wyatt Maley, Hunter Hensley, Carter Parlapiano, Keagan Cox and Ty Sibert. Parlapiano is leading the team with a .422 batting average, followed by Quentin Collins hitting .381, Joel Rasor hitting .380, and Williams hitting .333.

Greenon vs. Xenia

The public is welcome to attend. Prior to the first game of each day, gates will open 30 minutes ahead of time. High schools may provide their own public address announcers, broadcasters, cheer squads, and national anthem singers. Participating schools sell Dragons tickets to help raise money for their programs.

2022 High School Baseball Schedule – All Games Played at Day Air Ballpark

April 15, 4:30PM: Versailles vs Wyoming

April 15, 7:00PM: Bethel vs Fort Loramie

April 16, 12:00PM: Preble Shawnee vs Dixie

April 16, 3:30PM: Blanchester vs Clinton-Massie

April 16, 7:00PM: Indian Hill vs Middletown

April 23, 7:00PM: Bishop Fenwick vs Northwestern

April 26, 4:30PM: Carroll vs Alter

April 26, 7:00PM: Eaton vs Tri-County North

April 27, 4:30PM: Mechanicsburg vs West Liberty-Salem

April 27, 7:00PM: Spencerville vs Lima Perry

April 28, 4:30PM: Sidney vs Washington

April 28, 7:00PM: Valley View vs Springboro

April 30, 1:00PM: Fort Loramie vs Lincolnviwew

April 30, 3:30PM: Springfield Shawnee vs National Trail

May 1, 4:00PM: Reading vs Ross

May 1, 7:00PM: Northmont vs Wayne (Rescheduled from April 13)

May 8, 7:00PM: Bradford vs Spencerville

May 10, 4:30PM: Covington vs Twin Valley South (Rescheduled from April 9)

May 10, 7:00PM: Franklin-Monroe vs Arcanum

May 11, 7:00PM: Lima Bath vs Houston

May 14, 7:00PM: Greenon vs Xenia

See online: https://www.milb.com/dayton/events/highschoolbaseballprogram

Dragons Players and Mascots to Visit Schools This Week

Dayton, Ohio—The Dayton Dragons MVP program will be visiting schools in five counties across the Miami Valley next week with the Dragons mascot and fun games to get students excited about this program. The visits are part of the Dragons MVP program and members of the local media are invited to cover them. Each student will also receive a school folder and a Dragons pencil. The following schools are listed with an address, date, and time of visit:

These visits took place today:

Tuesday, May 3, 2022

9:00 AM

Kenton Elementary

731 E. Home Road, Springfield, OH 45503

(937) 505-4210

10:30 AM

Charles Huber Elementary

8895 Emeraldgate Drive, Dayton, OH 45424

(937) 237-6375

These visits are scheduled:

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

9:15 AM

Cookson Elementary

921 Mystic Lane, Troy, OH 45373

(937) 332-6740

11:00 AM

Valley Elementary

3601 Jonathon Drive, Beavercreek, OH 45434

(937) 429-7597

Thursday, May 5, 2022

9:00 AM

Pennyroyal Elementary

4203 Pennyroyal Road, Franklin, OH 45005

(937) 743-8660

10:15 AM

Incarnation Catholic School

45 Williamsburg Lane, Centerville, OH 45459

(937) 433-1051

Members of the media may contact schools individually at the numbers listed above if they intend to attend and cover the visits.

The Dragons MVP Program, a tool for teachers, uses the marketing power of Dayton Dragons Baseball as an educational tool for fourth and fifth grade teachers, helping them motivate and reward students for success both in and out of the classroom. The Dayton Dragons MVP Program is made possible by Ohio’s 529 Plan, Energy Optimizers, Raising Cane’s, Sinclair College, WDTN and Dayton’s CW. For more information on the Dragons MVP Program, contact the Dayton Dragons or visit www.daytondragons.com/mvp.

All Aboard: READing RailRoad Returns

MOOSIC, PA (May 2, 2022) – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are pleased to announce the return of their READing RailRoad program this spring and summer courtesy of Red Robin. READing RailRoad allows children aged 4-13 the chance to read five books and be rewarded for their work with a free ticket to an upcoming home game at PNC Field and a coupon from Red Robin.

“The READing RailRoad is a simple way to keep your child reading outside of their school,” stated Jordan Steiner, the RailRiders Director of Community Relations. “We all know how rewarding sitting down with a book already is and this is a great way to add some fun and incentive plus a sense of accomplishment doing just that!”

Printable bookmarks are available on the Community tab of swbrailriders.com or at any of the participating libraries in the area. Those libraries include:

Abington Community Library

Clymer Library

Hazleton Area Public Library

Hoyt Library

North Pocono Public Library

Osterhout Free Library

Pike County Public Library

Pittston Memorial Library

Taylor Community Library

Tunkhannock Public Library

Print your bookmark now!

Parents/Guardians must register their child or children by sending their name, their child’s name, phone number, and mailing address to [email protected]. As each book is finished, the reading log on the bookmark must be completed and the parent/guardian must initial each numbered box. When all five books are read, parents must send a completed copy or photo of the bookmark to [email protected].

The ticket link to redeem one free Field Reserved ticket per participant will be emailed to the parent/guardian once the child has completed the five books and submitted proof. Additional tickets for friends and family will be available for purchase through the link.

All tickets are digital and there is a limit of one (1) Field Reserved ticket per child who participated. There is also a limit of one (1) bookmark per child this season.

The ticket voucher is redeemable for any 2022 regular season home game – tickets and seating are subject to availability. The coupon for Red Robin is good for a free kid’s meal with the purchase of any adult item.

For more information or to print the bookmark, visit our Community tab.

South Bend Cubs and Jordan Automotive Present Teacher Appreciation Night

SOUTH BEND, IN – The South Bend Cubs are thrilled to continue to partner with Jordan Automotive for another Teacher Appreciation Night at Four Winds Field on Wednesday, June 8 for a 7:05 p.m. ballgame that includes post-game fireworks.

“We love this night every year,” said South Bend Cubs President Joe Hart. “It provides us a chance to honor and show our gratitude for all the hard work teachers and educators in the area do for our kids.”

“Teachers deserve to celebrate their good work and we love being able to be a part of that celebration,” said Robert Hayden, Executive Manager of Jordan Automotive Group. “Without teachers’ involvement and support, the Food 4 Kids program would not be as successful, and for that and all they do we truly appreciate teachers.”

In order to give back for all the strenuous work done by teachers within the Michiana region, Jordan Automotive is offering up two complimentary tickets and two Four Winds Field food vouchers to teachers and administrators to catch the South Bend Cubs take on the Cedar Rapids Kernels. Both food vouchers are good for one hot dog, a bag of chips, and a fountain soda. 600 food vouchers will be available.

All teachers at Four Winds Field will be honored by the South Bend Cubs in the middle of the third inning when they will be asked to stand and be recognized by everyone else in attendance.

Teachers and administrators can pick up their two complimentary tickets by showing their school ID at the Four Winds Field box office. The box office is open during the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekend game days (Saturday 12 p.m. until the 7th inning and Sunday 10 a.m. until the 7th inning).

Fans attending the game will also be treated to a special Wednesday night post-game fireworks show.

The South Bend Cubs and Jordan Automotive look forward to honoring all teachers from Michiana for their hard work and dedication with a fun night of baseball at Four Winds Field.

About the South Bend Cubs

The South Bend Cubs are the High-A minor league affiliate of the 2016 World Series Champion Chicago Cubs. Over the past 34 years, the team has won four Midwest League titles, most recently in 2019, and has captured eight division titles. In 2019, the South Bend Cubs hosted the final Midwest League All-Star Game. In June 2017, Four Winds Field, home of the South Bend Cubs, was voted Best Class A ballpark in the country by Ballpark Digest. In 2015 the team was named Ballpark Digest’s Team of the Year and received the John H. Johnson President’s Award, the highest award in minor league baseball. The team is owned and operated by Swing-Batter-Swing, LLC whose principal shareholder is Andrew T. Berlin of Chicago, Ill.

Christ Church and St. Joe's Take Center Stage Thursday at Fluor Field

Two Upstate high school baseball programs will take center stage Thursday night at Fluor Field, as the Christ Church Cavaliers take on the St. Joe’s Knights. This will be the final high school game of the year at Fluor Field. First pitch between the Cavaliers and Knights is set for 6 PM.

All tickets are just $7, and can be purchased by clicking HERE.

The Main Street Gate at Fluor Field will open at 5 PM. Due to the construction of the all-new District 356 entertainment area, Field Street (first base side of the ballpark) will be closed off to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Concession stands will be open at Fluor Field, and outside food and beverage is prohibited. In conjunction with SCHSL rules, alcohol will not be sold during Thursday’s game at Fluor Field.

Please also make sure you are up-to-date with Fluor Field’s Clear Bag Policy, which can be found by clicking HERE.

Sod Poodles, Fairly Group Announce 'Home Runs For Hope'

Amarillo, TX – The Amarillo Sod Poodles, Fairly Group, and Hope Choice are proud to partner for the 2022 season, providing Home Runs For Hope. For every Sod Poodles home run hit throughout the 2022 season, Fairly Group will donate $1,000 to Hope Choice.

Hope Choice is a ministry-based organization that offers services for individuals and families who are facing everyday struggles and cultural pressures. Hope Choice opened its doors in 1998 as a crisis pregnancy center and has since expanded its services to include mentoring programs as well as character-building programs in more than 90+ schools. Hope Choice and its school-based programs reach 24,000 students each month. Their mentoring groups are designed to teach character values and help build self-esteem in young people who face a variety of challenges in their daily lives.

“We exist to equip, mentor, and strengthen future generations”, said Hope Choice Executive Director, Candy Gibbs. “With programs from kindergarten through college and classes to equip moms and dads for every stage of life; we are seeing generations transformed daily. We are honored to serve our community alongside you and are thrilled to partner with the Sod Poodles for the 2022 season! Shield to shield! Go Soddies!”

“The Sod Poodles are excited to once again partner with the Fairly Group to raise awareness and funds for an incredible local charitable organization helping build and strengthen our panhandle community”, said Tony Ensor, President, and General Manager of the Sod Poodles. “A home run is one of the most exciting parts of a baseball game. It brings hope and joy to our fans just like Hope Choice works toward providing kids and young adults the resources to choose hope in every area of their lives.”

“It is not possible to adequately explain how Hope Choice has inspired our family personally, and our community for the last two decades,” said Alex Fairly, CEO of Fairly Group. “We are honored to help support the impact work they do.”

The Sod Poodles have already hit 17 home runs through 12 games in 2022, helping raise $17,000 for Hope Choice. During the eighth inning of every Sod Poodles home game this season, the team will update the current total ‘Home Runs For Hope’, and the amount of money raised to assist Hope Choice and its mission.

For more information about Hope Choice, please visit www.HopeChoice.com

Rattlers Host Career in Sports Night on May 5

GRAND CHUTE, WI – The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers will host a Career in Sports Night in the Fox Communities Credit Union Fox Club for fans looking to learn about job opportunities and receive tips and information on starting a career in sports on Thursday, May 5. The event will feature representatives from the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers, and more with a panel discussion and a networking/career fair prior to the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers game against the Fort Wayne TinCaps that night.

Fans interested in attending the Career in Sports events that night may order through this link using the promo code ‘sports’ and receive a box seat ticket to the game and admission to the panel discussion, the networking fair, and a tour of the stadium. Order prior to May 1 and the cost is just $15 per ticket. Any order after May first is $20 per ticket.

The schedule for the event is:

Gates for Event Open: 4:15pm
Panel Discussion: 4:30-5:30pm
Networking/Career Fair: 5:30-6:30pm
Stadium Tour #1: 6:00pm
Stadium Tour #2: 6:15pm
Game Time: 6:40pm

Confirmed attendees for the event include:

Green Bay Packers
Milwaukee Brewers
Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee Admirals
Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Fond du Lac Dock Spiders
Green Bay Gamblers
Wisconsin Herd
Wausau Woodchucks
Lakeshore Chinooks
Green Bay Rockers
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters

Full-season, half-season, mini-ticket, flex packages, and individual games for the 2022 season are available online through timberrattlers.com, over the phone at (920) 733-4152, or in person at the Timber Rattlers Box Office located at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium now! The box office is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday and at 10:00am on Saturdays and Sundays when the Rattlers have a scheduled home game.

Community-Focused Nights Added to Cannon Ballers Schedule

 

(KANNAPOLIS, N.C.) – Community initiatives have remained a core focus for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers and today the team announced a variety of additional highlights for the 2022 season.

This Saturday, April 23rd, the Ballers will host their inaugural HBCU Night at Atrium Health Ballpark. The night will highlight the impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and feature a live pregame performance by the Livingstone College Marching Blue Thunder. High school students will also have the opportunity to meet with admissions representatives from Johnson C. Smith University, Winston-Salem State University, and many others.

The Cannon Ballers also announced their first ever Pride Night taking place on Wednesday, July 6th. Celebrating inclusion and support for members of the LGBTQ+ community, Pride Night will include in-game programming highlighted by Salisbury Pride, as well as live performances from the Charlotte Pride Band, One Voice Chorus, and Courtney Lynn & Quinn. Merchandise featuring the team’s rainbow-colored logo will also be available in the Cannon City Supply Co. Team Store.

On Friday, August 26th, the Cannon Ballers will host Women in Sports Night at Atrium Health Ballpark. The night will welcome special guest appearances from female athletes, coaches, front office, and media members that have made a profound impact within the sports industry. On the following day, Saturday, August 27th, the team will host their 2nd annual Starry Night benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. As part of a special on-field postgame ceremony, the team, players, and all in attendance will light up the ballpark with colored lanterns in support of finding a cure for childhood brain tumors.

The 2022 season also features a variety of theme nights focused on additional community groups such as Boy Scout Night (June 10th), Girl Scout Night (July 22nd), and Faith Night (June 24th). Celebrating heroes who serve our communities throughout the year, the Cannon Ballers will be hosting a special Armed Forces Night (May 21st) and First Responders Night (August 9th).

Group, season, and individual game tickets are currently available at the F&M Box Office, online at kcballers.com, or by phone at 704-932-3267. Fans are also encouraged to follow the Cannon Ballers social media pages and sign up to become an email “Insider” to receive exclusive team updates, promotions, and ticketing information to their inbox.

Renegades launch 'Gades Give Back Ticket Program'

WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. (April 18, 2022) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, have announced the Gades Give Back Ticket Program, a brand-new community initiative that honors and gives back to groups of individuals that help lead, educate, secure, care for and protect our communities and nation.

The Renegades have selected different groups of people whom will have the opportunity to receive two (2) free Valley Reserved tickets to a home game during their group’s honored month.

“We are always looking for ways to give back to the community and honor those who serve our communities,” said Steve Gliner, President and General Manager of the Renegades. “The ‘Gades Give Back’ program is just another way that we can say thank you to the people who help our communities and our nation on a daily basis.”

The selected groups for the 2022 season are as follows:

  • April – Government Employees (includes town/city employees, county employees, state employees and federal employees)
  • May – First Responders (includes EMS, firefighters, police, corrections officers and security personnel)
  • June – Education Staff (includes teachers, principals, school counselors and coaches, administrative staff, janitorial staff, and cafeteria staff)
  • July – Healthcare Workers (includes nurses, doctors, administrative staff, janitorial staff, etc.)
  • August/September – Military Personnel (includes active and retired military members of any branch)

To receive the two (2) free Valley Reserved tickets, fans must receive the tickets in-person at the Renegades Box Office and show a form of identification proving that you are part of one of the above honored groups. Tickets are limited to one game per individual during your honored month. Additional tickets beyond the two (2) free tickets will be subject to standard pricing for the selected ballgame.

For more information on the Gades Give Back Ticket Program, click here. The Gades Give Back Ticket Program, along with all Renegades Community Initiatives, are presented by Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). For more on the Renegades Community Initiatives, click here.

ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES

The Renegades are in their second season as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. They have played their home games at Dutchess Stadium in Wappingers Falls, N.Y. since 1994. The Renegades open the 2022 season on Friday, April 8 at the Greenville Drive with a nine-game road trip before returning home for the hope opener at The Dutch on Tuesday, April 19 against the Brooklyn Cyclones. Single-game tickets are on sale now at https://www.milb.com/hudson-valley/tickets/single-game-tickets, by phone at (845) 838-0094 or at the ticket office at The Dutch.

ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS

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

Health Careers Night is Wednesday, April 20th

Wednesday night is Health Careers Night. Throughout the night, the Drive will be promoting careers in the healthcare industry to encourage and educate students interested in following this career path. The day begins at 2pm on Field St. with The Blood Connection blood drive. Donors can register by clicking HERE and will receive a raglan t-shirt, clear bag and a voucher for 2 tickets to a future Drive game.

Take part in a free Root Cause community health services fair on Field St. starting at 5 PM brought to you by Prisma Health and University of SC School of Medicine Greenville. This interactive fair leading up to the first pitch will include information and activities from community partners such as Carolina Wellness, Greenville Technical College Dental programs, American Heart Association, New Horizons and more.

At 5:30 PM, there will be a lively panel discussion in the 500 Club geared towards middle and high school students and their parents. Experts and professionals from Prisma Health and Greenville County Schools will be onsite discussing their own personal pathways to a career in the healthcare industry. Enjoy complimentary ice cream following the discussion!

When gates open to the public at 6 PM, the concourse will be alive with different interactive exhibits from Prisma Health, Greenville Technical College, Furman University and more.

For even more information on this special night, and to get tickets, click HERE.

3rd Annual Teach GCS Night is Tuesday, April 19th

In partnership with Public Education Partners of Greenville County, Greenville Count Schools, and Herff Jones, the Greenville Drive will host their 3rd annual Teach GCS Night at Fluor Field this Tuesday to kick-off the homestand versus the Winston-Salem Dash – affiliate of the Chicago White Sox.

A night to elevate teachers in Greenville County Schools, and celebrate their profession, the evening begins at 5 PM with a special pre-game picnic in the 500 Club for all first-year teachers and their mentors! Those attending this picnic should have received a special invitation from Public Education Partners!

When gates to Fluor Field officially open at 6 PM, all teachers will receive a complimentary “My Drive to Teach” t-shirt courtesy of Herff Jones, and a $5 ballpark voucher compliments of the Drive that can be used at any of the concession stands!

Teachers from across Greenville County Schools will be recognized pre-game and throughout the night! Anne Tromsness, the 2021-22 Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year will throw out the Ceremonial First Pitch, while Matt DeHart and Caroline Black, two of Greenville County Schools “Emerging Teachers” will serve as the Honorary Captains. Christian Scott, Sarah Poole and Anna Hasenkamp, the Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year Runners-Up will kick the game off as Honorary Play Ball Announcers!

In-game inning breaks will include live interviews with Superintendent Dr. Burke Royster, as well as GCS Trustee Chuck Saylors.

You’ll want to be part of this special night, when we recognize and thank our Greenville County School teachers. Click HERE to purchase tickets!

Hooks & Reliant Launch All-Star Educators Program to Recognize Outstanding Coastal Bend Teachers

The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club and Reliant have teamed up to reward outstanding local public-school teachers with a $1,000 grant for school supplies through the new All-Star Educators Program.

A panel of judges will award 15 educators based on STEAM curriculum, student impact and teaching style, as well as any unique challenges the educator has overcome. STEAM instructors develop strategies and techniques to educate students in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math.

School administrators can submit nominees for this program at cchooks.com/educators. The deadline for submissions is May 15.

“Teachers play an incredibly important role in building up the next generation, and Reliant is honored to help them achieve this noble goal,” said Elizabeth Killinger, president, Reliant. “We can’t wait to see how this new program benefits both educators and students in the Coastal Bend community.”

Each winner will receive $1,000 toward the purchase of school supplies and special on-field recognition at a Hooks game this summer.

“We want to thank Reliant for joining our Community Leaders Program and helping to make All-Star Educators possible,” said Brady Ballard, Hooks General Manager. “We know local teachers work hard to advance our community and continue to endure challenges, often including buying basic school supplies out of their own pocket. In partnership with Reliant, we hope to recognize some of the best educators in the Coastal Bend and help them make an even greater impact.”