Stripers Launch New “Veterans Pack” for Veterans Day

 

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – In honor of Veterans Day, the Gwinnett Stripers have created a new “Veterans Pack” for 2020, available for purchase by service men and women and their families only at Coolray Field on November 11 and 12.

Each pack includes one Field Box ticket to four patriotic-themed Stripers games (Opening Night on April 16, Salute to Armed Forces on May 22, Memorial Day on May 25, and Independence Day on July 4), plus a Stripers camo cap, all for just $55 (a value of $97).

The Veterans Pack is available to all service members and their dependents who provide a military ID or other proof of service at the Coolray Field Ticket Office on November 11 and 12. The Stripers camo cap will be available at Bobby’s Tackle Team Store immediately upon purchase, while the tickets will be available for pick-up during the Stripers Preseason Party on March 8.

Also, in observance of Veterans Day, the Stripers will give fans the opportunity to sign a giant card thanking our local military for their service. The card will be available to sign at Bobby’s Tackle Team Store from Thursday, November 7 through Tuesday, November 12.

“In addition to our season-long military ticket offer, we wanted to create a ticket pack that shows our appreciation for all service members and their families by offering them a special price on a prime seat to our most patriotic games,” said Stripers Vice President and General Manager Adam English. “The Veterans Pack is one of many ways we plan to honor our local military at Coolray Field in 2020.”

The Coolray Field Ticket Office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 11 and Tuesday, November 12 for Veterans Pack purchases. Fans with questions can email striperstickets@braves.com or call 678-277-0340.

The Stripers also offer a military and first responder price for every Stripers home game, available for purchase at GovX.com.

For information about all Gwinnett Stripers ticket options for 2020, including Memberships, Groups, Youth Parties, and more, visit GoStripers.com.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

4th Annual Line Drive Canned Food Drive

AUGUSTA, GA – The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, in conjunction with Platinum Sports and Complete Game are excited to announce the 4th Annual Line Drive Canned Food Drive FREE Baseball Clinic in memory of Terry Childers Senior on Saturday, November 4th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

“We invite the CSRA to come out to Lake Olmstead Stadium, receive professional instruction and support a great cause”, stated GreenJackets Vice President Tom Denlinger. “Help us gather lots of canned goods and receive professional instruction from Platinum Sports and Complete Game.”

In memory of Terry Childers Sr., families across the CSRA are invited to come and take part in this FREE clinic benefiting Golden Harvest Food Bank. Families are encouraged to bring canned goods and other non-perishable food items to be donated to Golden Harvest Food Bank who will be on site to collect.

You can also bring items anytime between now and Nov. 4th to the Platinum Sports & Complete Game facility at 3855 Washington Rd. You do not have to participate in the clinic to bring food donations! Over the past three years, 1,209 meals have been raised with 1,449lbs of Donated goods! Come join us for this awesome event for our community!

Register online at www.playpscg.com. Go to camps/clinics for your free registration.

Matt Childers Quote “We look forward to seeing everyone at this Great event at Lake Olmstead Stadium. This is a great way to give back to our community and provide a wonderful FREE baseball clinic to the public and at the same time come together and support our local food bank through Golden Harvest. This event is held in Memory of Terry Childers Sr. who grew up just blocks away from Lake Olmstead Stadium and went to Richmond Academy and coached the Baseball Team at Augusta College and was a great influence on countless people. We thank the Augusta GreenJackets, the entire staff and especially Vice President Tom Denlinger for his outstanding leadership and partnership during this event.”

Event Details:

  • Saturday, November 4th from 11am-1:00pm
  • Lake Olmstead Stadium, 78 Milledge Road, Augusta, GA 30904
  • Giving back to the community with a FREE baseball clinic – beginning to experienced players welcome
  • Professional instruction from Platinum Sports & Complete Game
  • Bring canned food items and non-perishable food items to benefit Golden Harvest Food Bank
  • Opportunity to support the community together and have some FUN
  • Register in advance or onsite the morning of

About the Platinum Sports and Complete Game

Platinum Sports & Complete Game is the CSRA’s Home to an Amazing Indoor Sports Facility. We have recently added 8,000sq ft. of field Turf to our gym area for additional batting cages, pitching lanes for baseball & softball, a fielding area, workout area, Soccer & Lacrosse areas and much more. We have state of the art batting simulators for baseball & softball that give batters a realistic experience of the pitcher pitching the ball. Our Cosmic Birthday Parties have taken off! An amazing Birthday, Team function, or group Event held under the Black Lights with Music! Check us out at 3855 Washington Rd. Martinez, Ga. 30907 or at our website www.playpscg.com We Take Reservations every day for parties and group Events!

About the Augusta GreenJackets

The Augusta GreenJackets kick off the Inaugural Season at SRP Park on April 12th against the Lexington Legends (Kansas City Royals). SRP Park is the anchor piece of Riverside Village, a live, work, “playball” development which includes apartment living, senior living, retail, restaurants, class “A” office space, and a Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. Deposits are currently being accepted for Full Season Seats for the GreenJackets 2018 season. To learn more and for a 360-degree view of SRP Park and Riverside Village, visit www.greenjackets2018.com.

 

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– GreenJackets

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2017 Golf Tournament Date Announced

“The Rome Braves 9th Annual Celebrity Shootout Golf Tournament will be held in conjunction with the Floyd County Police Department on Friday, November 3rd at Stonebridge Golf Club in Rome. The day will consist of registration and driving range at 9:30am, a shotgun start at 11am, followed by an awards reception after the tournament. Food and drinks will be provided. Teams or individuals can register at the Floyd County Police Station, the ticket office located at State Mutual Stadium, home of the Rome Braves or by emailing the registration form to Christina.Shaw@braves.com. Hole and team sponsorships are available.

Participants can also take advantage of special pre & post-tournament rates at Stonebridge.

The proceeds from this year’s golf tournament will benefit local Rome organization- Summit Quest. Since 2007, Summit Quest has been dedicated to providing support services and meeting the needs of those affected by cancer.”

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

Summer Reading All-Stars Celebrated on Sunday

This weekend’s homestand at Fluor Field concludes on Sunday afternoon as the Drive and Michelin, N.A. host the Summer Reading All-Stars Celebration Game!

First pitch between the Drive and Rome Braves is set for 4:05 PM, and the fun for Reading All-Stars begins when the gates open at 3:00. Summer Reading All-Stars from the library systems of Greenville, Anderson and Pickens Counties will receive a complimentary t-shirt as they arrive, and they will be celebrated with a pregame parade around the warning track at 3:30.

Following the game, all children, including Reading All-Stars, are invited to join in for BlueCross BlueShield Kids Run the Bases!

Be sure to come out on Sunday to celebrate these students for continuing their reading programs during the summer. To purchase tickets, head to the Main Street Box Office, call (864) 240-4528 or CLICK HERE.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

Miracle League Night at Lake Olmstead Stadium

AUGUSTA, GA: The Augusta GreenJackets Single “A” affiliate of the San Francisco Giants have partnered together with the Family Y Miracle League – Baseball League for a special game on Saturday, June 10th.

The GreenJackets will open gates at 4:30pm prior to Saturday night’s Augusta GreenJackets and Greenville Drive (Red Sox) 6:05pm contest. The Miracle League will take the field beginning at approximately 4:50pm. Two teams from the Miracle League will play a half an hour game with the GreenJackets players on hand to support and assist players during the game.

“We invite the CSRA to come out and cheer on the Miracle League and Your GreenJackets for this FUN annual tradition, ” stated Tom Denlinger General Manager. “We promise this is an evening you won’t soon forget, grab your friends and family and we hope to see you at the Lake.”

Fans are invited to come early as Brent Lundy will be performing on the concourse as a part of the Saturday Concert Series (4:30-5:45) and you can head to the field to cheer on the GreenJackets and the Miracle League for this special event. During the Miracle League game fans are encouraged to keep your eyes and your ears tuned into game as there will be live on-field interviews conducted with the Miracle League Players. Once the game has concluded there will be a simultaneous ceremonial first pitch thrown by the Miracle League players to players of the Augusta GreenJackets.

It’s going to be a FUN night at the Lake as the first 1,000 fans will receive a one-of-a-kind Cooling Towel courtesy of Augusta University Health, this promises to be one of our most popular giveaways of the season! Every Saturday features the Saturday Concert Series from 4:30-5:45 on the main concourse. It’s Olympic Night with special games and contests all night long. Kids 12 and under are able to run the bases after the game.

About the GreenJackets:

The 29th consecutive season of professional baseball in Augusta is underway. All GreenJackets Ticket Plans (including Full, Half, and Weekend and the all-new 6-Game Flex Plans) and individual tickets are on sale now for the 2017 season. To guarantee your seats to the most popular games, order your 2017 Ticket Packages today by reaching out to the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467).

The New Ballpark at Riverside Village is underway and deposits are now being accepted for Full Season Seats for the 2018 season. To learn more visit www.greenjackets2018.com and place your deposit to today. Leaving the Lake, Ruling the River.

To stay up to date all season long, sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter by visiting www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com/thebuzz/

About the Family Y of Greater Augusta Miracle League

The Family Y of Greater Augusta’s Miracle League is a adaptive baseball league specifically designed for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Games are played on a rubberized surface field that accommodates wheelchairs and other assistance devices. The Miracle League Field located behind the Uptown Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center on Wrightsboro Road. Registration for the next session of Miracle League starts in August and games will be on Saturdays. To learn more or register contact the Wilson Family Y at (706) 922-9623.

– GreenJackets –

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

LIFELINK® OF GEORGIA HONORING AUGUSTA GREENJACKETS

AUGUSTA, GA – (April 25, 2017) –    In recognition of the Augusta GreenJacket’s outstanding support of organ, eye and tissue donation, LifeLink of Georgia has partnered with Donate Life America (DLA) to present the team with a Donate Life Champion award. Donate Life Champion awards are given to well-known athletes, teams and other role models within the sports community who have demonstrated remarkable support for donation and inspire others to give the Gift of Life. Previously awarded Donate Life Champions include the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chris Klug, Family of Paco Rodriguez, Washburn University, Ma’ake Kemoeatu, Detroit Tigers, David Eckstein, New Hampshire Fishercats, Michael Jordan, Memphis Redbirds among many others.

Augusta GreenJackets received this award because they continue to support donation through a yearly Donate Life Night to highlight organ donation and put the spotlight on recipients in the CSRA who are able to enjoy a night at the ballpark because of their transplants, as well as organ donors and their families who make renewed life possible.

“Our team is honored to work with LifeLink of Georgia to educate GreenJackets fans on the importance of organ donation. We are humbled to be recognized as a Donate Life Champion for the commitment our team has to this community,” says Tom Denlinger, General Manager Augusta GreenJackets, “One fan can potentially save and improve the lives of seventy-five people by being an organ and tissue donor. Today, the GreenJackets organization encourages everyone to take action to save lives.”

We each have the opportunity to help make a lifesaving difference for critically ill patients, simply by registering as organ and tissue donors online at www.DonateLifeGeorgia.org or during a driver license transaction while at your local driver license office. Contact LifeLink of Georgia for more information on organ and tissue donation at (800) 544-6667 or visit www.LifeLinkFoundation.org.

Join the GreenJackets and LifeLink of Georgia at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Friday, April 28th as the Greenville Drive (Red Sox) come to town for Donate Life Night with a 7:05pm first pitch. The first 1,000 fans will receive a LifeLink of Georgia Car Flag Giveaway. Fans will have the opportunity to register to become organ donors on the concourse as well as learn more about organ donation throughout the game. Post-game kids can run the bases.

The 29th consecutive season of professional baseball in Augusta is underway. All GreenJackets Ticket Packages, including Full, Half, and Weekend Packages, and single game tickets are on sale now for the 2017 Season. For more information, including pricing and benefits on all plans, visit www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com or contact the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467).

LifeLink of Georgia is a non-profit community service organization dedicated to the recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation. To register as an organ and tissue donor, visit www.DonateLifeGeorgia.org.

Donate Life America is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit alliance of national organizations and state teams across the United States committed to increasing the number of donated organs, eyes and tissue available for transplant to save and heal lives. Learn more at www.DonateLife.net.

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This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

Michelin Reading All-Stars Celebrated this Homestand

This homestand at Fluor Field will feature two celebration games for Michelin Reading All-Stars. The Drive are excited to host the new batch of Reading All-Stars on Sunday for Anderson, Pickens and Spartanburg Counties, and on Monday for Greenville County.

Sunday’s first pitch against the Rome Braves is at 4:05 PM, and the pregame parade for Reading All-Stars will begin at 3:30.

Monday’s game against the Greensboro Grasshoppers begins at 7:05 PM, with the parade scheduled for 6:30.

Both days will see high-achieving schools selected to the Reading All-Stars Hall of Fame, and the Drive are teaming up with Public Education Partners to host a book fair for children at both games.

To purchase tickets for these games, head to the Main Street Box Office, call (864) 240-4528 or click one of the links below.

Sunday: TICKETS

Monday: TICKETS

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

2017 Baseball Camp

The Rome Braves will host our annual Baseball Camp this year on June 13-15. The cost is $150 per camper and the camp is open to children ages 4-14. Each camper will receive:

  • Instruction by members of the 2017 Rome Braves Baseball Team and Staff
  • One ticket to the game each night of camp
  • On-field recognition prior to the June 8 game
  • Official camp t-shirt and lunch served daily
  • Certificate of Achievement

Call the Rome Braves ticket office at 706-378-5144 for more information. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible to ensure a spot. Click HERE for registration form.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

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3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar & Toys for Tots Drive

AUGUSTA, GA: The Augusta GreenJackets, South Atlantic League affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced the Third Annual “Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar” presented by the Augusta Chronicle, Kicks 99, HD 98.3, 93.9 Bob FM and WRDW Channel 12/26. Join the GreenJackets for this FREE event open to the public at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Saturday, December 10th from 11 AM to 2 PM.

“This year we’ve added some extra BUZZ to this annual tradition with the vendor fair and we’re excited to have the CSRA come out and do their holiday shopping at the Lake,” stated Tom Denlinger, GreenJackets General Manager. “Toys for Tots is such a great organization and is in need of lots of toys this holiday season. We hope you’ll come, bring a toy and enjoy the FUN with us. ”

The GreenJackets are planning an event with FUN for the whole family, including (but not limited to):

  • Toys for Tots Drive – bring an unwrapped toy and receive a FREE Hot Dog & Coca-Cola Soda
  • HUGE Vendor Fair with over 40 uniquely different vendors (listed below)
  • FREE Pictures and meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus (11AM-1PM)
  • Appearance by the GreenJackets mascot, Auggie
  • First 100 fans receive a complimentary cupcake, courtesy of Piece of Cake Bakery
  • Inflatables for Kids (Moon Bounce, Obstacle Course, Wiffle Ball)
  • Discounts on GreenJackets Merchandise in the Hive Pro Shop – Spin the Wheel of FUN to see how much you save
  • Opportunity to purchase GreenJackets Holiday Packages – perfect gift for the fan in your life
  • Complimentary Coffee and Hot Chocolate
  • Ahmen Korner Bar & Grill open with grilled items, nachos & cheese, cold beverages available for purchase

New to the 3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar we have a HUGE Vendor Fair for all of your holiday shopping needs. The whole family is encouraged to come out and visit the following vendors in the BUZZar:

  • Air Plant Terrariums and Gardens from Janet, Anne’s Farm at Walden Woods, Avon, Baby Baby Couture, Blue Willow Botanical & Soap Company, Cyanotype prints, patches and more from Lindsay, Distressed Timber Designs, Doyle’s Candles, CRUNCH Fitness, Goat Milk soap and products from Cindy, Grand Canyon University, Handmade Bath Product from Leslie, Handmade Beaded Jewelry and Holiday Knick Knacks from Lindsay, Handmade crafts, blankets and more from Harry, Handmade crochet items and bags from Janet, Handmade Jewelry and Hand Painted Plaques from Dyanna, Jamberry Hand and Nail Care/Art, JB Pen Turning, LulaRoe, Macaroni Kid Augusta, Mary Kay, Moonbeam Muchness, Nothing In Particular, Ornaments, shot glasses and more from Erica, Osborne Books, Paparazzi Jewelry, Perfectly Posh, Plexus Worldwide, Pure Romance, Rodan+Fields Skincare, Scrapbooks and gift sets also more from Marie, Second Chance Woodcrafts, Southern Siding, SportClips, Wells Fargo, WOW Internet and Cable, Younique and MUCH MORE to come as well!

The GreenJackets are excited to host Touch a Truck as a part of the festivities. Families are encouraged to join us and see the following vehicles at Lake Olmstead Stadium:

  • Ambulance from SouthStar Ambulance, Fire Truck from Richmond County Fire, Humvee from Georgia Army National Guard, Kubota Mower from J&B Tractor, Police Car from Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Toro Mower from Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Tractor from White Cap and more to come.

As a part of “Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar,” the GreenJackets are offering vendors the opportunity to set up. For more information contact Shannon Mitchell at (706) 922-WINS (9467) or email smitchell@greenjacketsbaseball.com. The fee is $20, and you must provide your own table and chairs.

All GreenJackets Ticket Packages, including the all-new 6-Game Flex Holiday Package, Full, Half, and Weekend Packages are on sale now for the 2017 Season. For more information, including pricing and benefits on all plans, visit www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com or contact the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467).

To stay up to date during the off season sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter by visiting

www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com/thebuzz.

– GreenJackets –

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar & Toys for Tots Drive

AUGUSTA, GA: The Augusta GreenJackets, South Atlantic League affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced the Third Annual “Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar” presented by the Augusta Chronicle, Kicks 99, HD 98.3, 93.9 Bob FM and WRDW Channel 12/26. Join the GreenJackets for this FREE event open to the public at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Saturday, December 10th from 11 AM to 2 PM.

“This year we’ve added some extra BUZZ to this annual tradition with the vendor fair and we’re excited to have the CSRA come out and do their holiday shopping at the Lake,” stated Tom Denlinger, GreenJackets General Manager. “Toys for Tots is such a great organization and is in need of lots of toys this holiday season. We hope you’ll come, bring a toy and enjoy the FUN with us. ”

The GreenJackets are planning an event with FUN for the whole family, including (but not limited to):

  • Toys for Tots Drive – bring an unwrapped toy and receive a FREE Hot Dog & Coca-Cola Soda
  • HUGE Vendor Fair with over 40 uniquely different vendors (listed below)
  • FREE Pictures and meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus (11AM-1PM)
  • Appearance by the GreenJackets mascot, Auggie
  • First 100 fans receive a complimentary cupcake, courtesy of Piece of Cake Bakery
  • Inflatables for Kids (Moon Bounce, Obstacle Course, Wiffle Ball)
  • Discounts on GreenJackets Merchandise in the Hive Pro Shop – Spin the Wheel of FUN to see how much you save
  • Opportunity to purchase GreenJackets Holiday Packages – perfect gift for the fan in your life
  • Complimentary Coffee and Hot Chocolate
  • Ahmen Korner Bar & Grill open with grilled items, nachos & cheese, cold beverages available for purchase

New to the 3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar we have a HUGE Vendor Fair for all of your holiday shopping needs. The whole family is encouraged to come out and visit the following vendors in the BUZZar:

  • Air Plant Terrariums and Gardens from Janet, Anne’s Farm at Walden Woods, Avon, Baby Baby Couture, Blue Willow Botanical & Soap Company, Cyanotype prints, patches and more from Lindsay, Distressed Timber Designs, Doyle’s Candles, CRUNCH Fitness, Goat Milk soap and products from Cindy, Grand Canyon University, Handmade Bath Product from Leslie, Handmade Beaded Jewelry and Holiday Knick Knacks from Lindsay, Handmade crafts, blankets and more from Harry, Handmade crochet items and bags from Janet, Handmade Jewelry and Hand Painted Plaques from Dyanna, Jamberry Hand and Nail Care/Art, JB Pen Turning, LulaRoe, Macaroni Kid Augusta, Mary Kay, Moonbeam Muchness, Nothing In Particular, Ornaments, shot glasses and more from Erica, Osborne Books, Paparazzi Jewelry, Perfectly Posh, Plexus Worldwide, Pure Romance, Rodan+Fields Skincare, Scrapbooks and gift sets also more from Marie, Second Chance Woodcrafts, Southern Siding, Wells Fargo, WOW Internet and Cable, Younique and MUCH MORE to come as well!

The GreenJackets are excited to host Touch a Truck as a part of the festivities. Families are encouraged to join us and see the following vehicles at Lake Olmstead Stadium:

  • Ambulance from SouthStar Ambulance, Fire Truck from Richmond County Fire, Humvee from Georgia Army National Guard, Kubota Mower from J&B Tractor, Police Car from Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Toro Mower from Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation, Tractor from White Cap and more to come.

As a part of “Auggie’s Holiday BUZZar,” the GreenJackets are offering vendors the opportunity to set up. For more information contact Shannon Mitchell at (706) 922-WINS (9467) or email smitchell@greenjacketsbaseball.com. The fee is $20, and you must provide your own table and chairs.

All GreenJackets Ticket Packages, including the all-new 6-Game Flex Holiday Package, Full, Half, and Weekend Packages are on sale now for the 2017 Season. For more information, including pricing and benefits on all plans, visit www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com or contact the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467).

To stay up to date during the off season sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter by visiting

www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com/thebuzz.

– GreenJackets –

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

GreenJackets to Host American Cancer Society Relay for Life’s Hopefest

AUGUSTA, GA: The Augusta GreenJackets, Single “A” affiliate of the San Francisco Giants are excited to team up with the American Cancer Society Relay For Life to present Hopefest on Saturday, November 19th from 9AM-2PM. Hopefest will feature Bark For Life and also the announcing of the winner for the Real Men Wear Pink Campaign.

Hopefest will include a 5k/Fun Run/Walk, 1 mile walk, vendors, giveaways, local animal shelters, pet costume contests, games, entertainment, children’s activities and health and wellness information. To go along with all the activities, The Real Man of the CSRA will be named. Real Men Wear Pink is a distinguished group of community leaders raising awareness and funds for this year’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. Together they are making a difference in the fight against breast cancer.

“We strive to be very involved all throughout the CSRA, whether it be with non-profits, like the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, or any kind of community function or event,” stated Tom Denlinger GreenJackets General Manager. “The CSRA has been home to us for going on 29 seasons now and to be able to host such a heartwarming and fun event is such an honor.”

The event is part of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement, which is the world’s largest fundraising event to save lives from cancer. Uniting communities across the globe, we celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action for lifesaving change. Funds raised help the American Cancer Society provide free information and support for people facing the disease today, and fund cancer research that will help protect future generations.

To register for the 5K, have a team, or donate to the Bark For Life of the CSRA visit:

http://relayforlife.org/barkCSRAGA

To learn more about the event, contact Sydney Bromfield or Marah Johnson (706) 731-0152 or Sydney.Bromfield@cancer.org and Marah. Johnson@cancer.org

Auggie is in the heat of the race in the Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Help Auggie to achieve his goal. If you donate $50 or more you will get a one of a king Auggie Pink T-Shirt curtsey of Chuck and Bill the T-shirt Guys. Follow this link to donate to Auggie’s campaign: http://main.acsevents.org/goto/AuggieinPink. Go Check out the rest of the contestants at http://makingstrideswalk.org/realmenaugustaga and for more information on Real Men Wear Pink.

The 3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday Bazaar will be Saturday, December 10th from 11AM-2PM. The event will include a HUGE vendor fair, Santa and Mrs. Clause (11-1), Touch-A-Truck, inflatables and much more! The 2017 GreenJackets schedule is out. Check out all GreenJackets Ticket Plans including Full, Half, Weekend and 6-Game Flex Plans and get yours today. To learn more or order your 2017 Ticket Package call the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467).

3rd Annual Line Drive Canned Food Drive

AUGUSTA, GA – The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, in conjunction with Platinum Sports and Complete Game are excited to announce the 3rd Annual Line Drive Canned Food Drive and FREE Baseball Clinic in memory of Terry Childers Senior on Saturday, November 12th from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.

“It is an honor for the GreenJackets to partner with the Childers Family to host this clinic at Lake Olmstead Stadium and support a great cause”, stated GreenJackets General Manager Tom Denlinger. “We invite the CSRA to come out, bring lots of canned goods and receive professional instruction from Platinum Sports and Complete Game.”

In memory of Terry Childers Sr., families across the CSRA are invited to come and take part in this FREE clinic benefiting Golden Harvest Food Bank. Each participant will receive a T-shirt when you register in advance. Families are encouraged to bring canned goods and other non-perishable food items to be donated to Golden Harvest Food Bank who will be on site to collect.

You can also bring items anytime between now and Nov. 12th to the Platinum Sports & Complete Game facility at 3855 Washington Rd. You do not have to participate in the clinic to bring food donations! Over the past two years, over 1,000 meals have been raised! Come join us for this awesome event for our community!

Register online at www.playpscg.com Go to camps/clinics for your free registration.

“We are excited for the 3rd Annual LDCD. Platinum Sports & Complete Game would like to thank the Augusta GreenJackets for their partnership in this awesome event for our community”, stated Matt Childers owner Platinum Sports & Complete Game. “This FREE event for the community is held in Memory of Terry Childers Sr. who grew up just blocks away from the current GreenJackets stadium, Lake Olmstead Stadium and had an extremely positive impact on our community. As a boy and young man he was a member of the Boys Club of Augusta and later served on the Boys & Girls Club board for several years. He was a successful business man after a career of coaching baseball at the collegiate level. We are honored to be able to give back to the community and Golden Harvest Food Bank in his memory! ”

Event Details:

  • Saturday, November 12th from 10am-12:30pm
  • Lake Olmstead Stadium, 78 Milledge Road, Augusta, GA 30904
  • Giving back to the community with a FREE baseball clinic – beginning to experienced players welcome
  • Professional instruction from Platinum Sports & Complete Game
  • Bring canned food items and non-perishable food items to benefit Golden Harvest Food Bank
  • Opportunity to support the community together and have some FUN

The GreenJackets open their 29th consecutive season of professional baseball in the CSRA on Thursday, April 13th against the Columbia Fireflies (New York Mets). Mark your Calendars for the 3rd Annual Auggie’s Holiday Bazaar & Toys for Tots Drive on Saturday, Dec. 10th from 11-2. For more information about offseason stadium rentals, contact the front office at (706) 922-WINS (9467). All GreenJackets Ticket Plans including Full, Half, and Weekend Plans are on sale now for the 2017 season. To guarantee your seats, order your 2017 Ticket Packages today at GreenJacketsBaseball.com. GreenJackets ticket plans make for a great holiday gift!

To stay up to date during the off season, sign up for the ‘Jackets Buzz e-newsletter by visiting www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com/thebuzz/

-GreenJackets –

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

2nd Annual Clash of Cans Food Drive

AUGUSTA, GA – The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced the 2nd Annual Clash of Cans Food Drive as a part of the festivities for Thursday, August 25th that will benefit the Golden Harvest Food Bank. The GreenJackets will host the Greenville Drive (Boston Red Sox) with the playoff chase heating up.

“We invite the CSRA to come out in force, bring lots of canned food items and celebrate with us”, stated GreenJackets General Manager Tom Denlinger. “This is a fun way to interact with the local colleges and universities, while also supporting a great organization.”

The GreenJackets are asking local university alumni and students such as the Augusta University, Augusta Technical College, Brenau University, East Georgia State College, Georgia Military College, University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University, Paine College, University of South Carolina, and Clemson University to compete in the Clash of Cans food drive. Current students and alumni are encouraged to participate in the Clash of Cans as a friendly competition for bragging rights of your school. Bring a canned food item for the August 25th game (Last Thirsty Thursday of 2016) to support the Golden Harvest Food Bank and be entered to win prizes! Fans will put their cans in their favorite college’s bin and we’ll declare a winner in the 7th inning!

“Golden Harvest Food Bank is excited that the Augusta GreenJackets are again hosting the Clash of Cans Food Drive. Please donate some canned goods when you come out to the game,” stated Carrie Jones, Special Events Manager for Golden Harvest Food Bank.

August 25th also features College Football Night! Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite school’s apparel to receive $2 off their ticket price for the night. During Thirsty Thursday at Lake Olmstead Stadium guests can enjoy one- dollar draft beers and Coca-Cola fountain sodas all night long presented by the Country Club Dance Hall and Saloon, The Hideout, Napleton Infiniti of Augusta & 93.9 BobFM.

We’re also celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Augusta Sports Council. You won’t want to miss this fun evening! The Clash of the Cans food drive begins at 6:00pm when gates open, and first pitch is scheduled for 7:05pm.

The GreenJackets are “All In” as they make a second half playoff push and they need YOU. We invite you to Catch the Buzz and come out to Lake Olmstead to enjoy the fun. Plus the GreenJackets are closing in on their two millionth fan at the ballpark in 2016! The two millionth fan will win a fantastic prize pack stay tuned for more details! For more information, including pricing and benefits on all ticket plans, visit www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com or contact the GreenJackets Front Office at (706) 922-WINS (9467). To stay up to date with all things ‘Jackets sign up for the Buzz e-newsletter by visiting www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com/thebuzz.

Rome Braves partner with local Law Enforcement benefiting LA flood victims

Local leaders in law enforcement are saddened by continuous reports of flooding in Louisiana and are calling on the public to help deliver assistance to families displaced by flood waters.

The Rome Braves will be assisting in the effort and will open the parking lot across from State Mutual Stadium, where officers will be posted to accept donations. Police and deputies will be on hand to help with unloading of supplies and make the event more convenient for contributors.

The event is scheduled to begin Thursday August 25, 2016 and continue through Saturday August 27, 2016 with hours of 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. every day.

The Rome Braves will also give away two free tickets for Sunday’s game to every car as a special thank you to the public. Tickets will be available while supplies last.

The law enforcement event is being called “BLUE”

Benefiting Louisiana with Uniformed Encouragement

“The people of Louisiana are reeling from the loss to their state so it’s important for us to bring a unified front of kindness,” said Floyd County Chief Bill Shiflett. “Those folks really need our help and I believe this is a great demonstration of love.”

According to statistics provided by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police, more than 40,000 homes have been damaged and approximately 30,000 were rescued from their homes. All of those people are in need of fundamental supplies we take for granted, Shiflett said.

“The flooding in Louisiana brings back painful memories of Katrina for many,” said Floyd County Sheriff Tim Burkhalter. “Though we cannot take the hurt and pain of the past away, we can do something to help soften the blow for the more than 100,000 people who have registered for assistance.

Chief Denise Downer-McKinney, of the Rome City Police Department, says events like this are uplifting for all: “With all the support we have received from our community, we want to pay it forward to the community and our brothers and sisters in Louisiana.”

AutoMax Rent-a-Car is donating use of a truck to use during the drop off this week and Scott Logistics will be shipping the supplies at no cost from Rome to Louisiana.

Officials are asking for donations of toiletries, cleaning supplies, baby formula, diapers, paper products, new underwear in the pack, bath towels, wash cloths, laundry detergent, bleach, lotion, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, body wash, and feminine hygiene products.

For more information you can contact the Rome Braves at 706-378-5100.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.

BLOOD ASSURANCE AND ROME BRAVES PARTNER TO BRING A LIFESAVING CAUSE TO HOME PLATE

– With baseball season under full swing, non-profit regional blood center Blood Assurance is partnering with the Rome Braves to host a blood drive on Friday, May 13, from noon until 6 p.m. at the team’s stadium located at 755 Braves Blvd. All community members who make a blood donation will receive an “American Blood Donor” t-shirt, and the first 25 donors will receive a complimentary general admission ticket to any Rome Braves game this season.

“Donors are pivotal to our mission, saving three lives with just one blood donation,” said Mindy Quinn, marketing manager for Blood Assurance. “With that in mind, every donation truly has a revolutionary impact, and we encourage those who are able to donate to please come out to our Rome Braves blood drive and be the force that might save your neighbor’s life.”

Blood Assurance believes in giving back to the communities in which it serves. Blood donations stay local, but, when local supplies are insufficient to meet needs, the organization has a Blood Assurance network of 15 regional donation centers and 13 mobile centers available to help.

“We could think of no better way to give back to the Rome community than by partnering with Blood Assurance and joining in their mission to literally save lives across the region,” said Michael Dunn, general manager for the Rome Braves. “We know this mission will speak to the hearts of many in our area, and we hope you all take just half an hour to be the difference in someone’s life.”

While donors are not required to make appointments, they are encouraged to easily book a time slot at www.bloodassurance.org/romebraves. To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old (16 years old with parental consent), weigh 110 pounds or more and be in good health. Donors are asked to drink plenty of fluids- avoiding caffeine-and eat a meal that is rich in iron prior to donating. For questions about donating blood, please call (423) 756-0966. For more information on Blood Assurance, donating blood or hosting a blood drive, please visit www.bloodassurance.org.

About Blood Assurance

Blood Assurance is a non-profit, full-service regional blood center serving 51 counties and more than 75 health care facilities in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina and Virginia. Over 540 volunteer blood donors are needed every day in order to adequately supply these hospitals. Founded in 1972 as a joint effort of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Medical Society, the Chattanooga Area Hospital Council, and the Chattanooga Jaycees, the mission of Blood Assurance is to provide a safe and adequate supply of blood and blood components to every area patient in need. Blood Assurance is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.