Trick-or-Treat at Eastwood Field Is Back!

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Niles, OH – The Scrappers are excited to announce the twenty-first annual “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field, presented by Chemical Bank, a Division of TCF National Bank, media partners 21 WFMJ and WBCB and radio partner Mix 98.9. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 23 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field is a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween for children ages 12 and under. Ticket quantities are limited and are available on a first come first served basis. Children and adults will require a ticket. Tickets are just $1 each and are on sale now at the Scrappers Team Office located at Eastwood Field. In addition, anyone that donates canned goods at the “Trick or Treat” event for Feed Our Valley will receive a free general admission Scrappers ticket valid during the 2020 season.

New to the 2019 Trick or Treat event is a “Fast Pass”. The “Fast Pass” is only available for the first 100 kids, includes admission for one child and two adult tickets and allows you to skip the line and get in at 5:45pm for only $10. Those that purchase the Fast Pass will receive a wristband upon purchase.

Purchasing tickets before the day of the event is highly recommended.

The Scrappers are looking for area businesses to participate in this year’s “Trick or Treat” event. Businesses will receive table space at Eastwood Field. This is a community event and a great way to promote your business to the public. Early reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Please contact Kate Walsh for complete details by calling 330-505-0000 or emailing [email protected]

To stay up to date with the Scrappers during the offseason or for more information on 2020 ticket packages, visit mvscrappers.com or contact the front office at 330-505-0000.

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July 13th is Wendy’s Foster Care Adoption Night!

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Join us at the ballpark as Wendy’s and Trumbull County Children Services are teaming up for Wendy’s Foster Care Adoption Night!

To get the night going, Miss Wendy and a newly united forever family will throw out the first pitch. Afterward, get a picture with Miss Wendy, and learn about foster care adoption or becoming foster parent at the information booth just inside the front gate.

In the state of Ohio alone, there are nearly 3,000 children waiting to be adopted and more than 155,000 throughout the U.S. and Canada. Twenty-two of those kids are right here in Trumbull County. Come to the ballpark, and find out how you can make a difference in their lives. Because every child deserves a forever family.

Click here for more information on Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

Visit mvscrappers.com, the Chevy All Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field, or call (330) 505-0000 for more information on single game tickets, ticket packages, group outings, promotions and more!

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Scrappers Set To Host 2019 Youth Camp

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NILES, OH – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are excited to announce that they have partnered with Vlad Pediatrics to host a three-day Youth Baseball Camp July 30 through August 1.

The Scrappers Youth Camp provides kids ages 8-13 a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from some of the very best players in Minor League Baseball. All exercises and instruction will be taught by Scrappers players and coaching staff, and will focus on baseball fundamentals, sportsmanship and healthy competition. Boys and girls of all ability levels are encouraged to participate and learn from the Scrappers players and coaches in a small group setting.

Camp registration includes instruction each day from 9am until 12pm, a ticket to the Thursday, August 1st Scrappers game against the Aberdeen IronBirds, on field recognition prior to the August 1st game, a camp t-shirt, and a lunch the final day of camp. To ensure that your child receives individualized attention, the Youth Baseball Camp has been limited to 100 campers and early registration is highly encouraged. The 2019 Scrappers Youth Baseball Camp is $100 per child.

To register for the 2019 Scrappers Youth Baseball Camp, click here or call (330) 505-0000.

The Scrappers Home Opener is set for Sunday, June 16 at 6:35pm against the Batavia Muckdogs. Ticket memberships and ticket packages can be purchased now at mvscrappers.com, the Chevy All Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field or by calling (330) 505-0000.

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Scrappers Host 2019 School Day Game

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NILES, OH – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and Youngstown State University are excitd to host the annual School Day Game at Eastwood Field for the 2019 season, presented by Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. The Youngstown State University Penguins will host the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee on Friday, May 17, 2019. Gates will open at 9:30am and first pitch is slated for 11:00am.

The Scrappers have an afforable package available for area schools. The cost of the school package is only $7.00 per student and includes a game ticket, lunch and an eductional curriculum, which includes many activities for subjects such as Language Arts, Health and Social Studies.

The Scrappers are taking reservations and encourage groups to sign up early to guarantee seating. For more information or to reserve your tickets, contact Kate Walsh or Clayton Sibilla at (330) 505-0000 or by email at [email protected] or [email protected]

The Scrappers open the 2019 season at Eastwood Field on June 16 vs. the Batavia Muckdogs. Ticket packages are on sale now online at mvscrappers.com, at the Chevy All Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field or by calling (330) 505-0000.

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Trick-or-Treat at Eastwood Field on October 23rd

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NILES, OH – The Scrappers and Chemical Bank present the twentieth annual “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field, with media partners 21 WFMJ & WBCB. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 23rd from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field is a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween for children age 12 and under. Ticket quantities are limited and are available on a first come first serve basis. Children and adults will require a ticket. Tickets are just $1 each and are on sale now at the Scrappers Team Office located at Eastwood Field. In addition, anyone that donates canned goods at the “Trick or Treat” event for Project Feed Our Valley will receive a free general admission Scrappers ticket valid during the 2019 season.

The Scrappers are looking for area businesses to participate in this year’s “Trick or Treat” event. Businesses will receive table space at Eastwood Field. This is a community event and a great way to promote your business to the public. Early reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Please contact Kate Walsh for complete details by calling 330-505-000 or emailing [email protected]

To stay up to date with the Scrappers in the offseason or for more information on 2019 ticket packages, visit mvscrappers.com or contact the front office at 330-505-0000.

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The Hope Foundation & the Scrappers Partner to Help Raise Funds for Kids

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NILES, OH – The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley and the Mahoning Valley Scrappers have joined together to help raise funds for chronically/terminally ill children in our community throughout the 2018 season. “We are excited about teaming up with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers in an effort to spread our mission to educate and help chronically and terminally ill children of the Mahoning Valley,” states Tony Spano, Founder and Executive Director of The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

Saturday, July 7th has been designated as The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Awareness Night at the Scrappers at Eastwood Field in Niles. In addition, when fans purchase tickets online for the July 7th game or any other game this season, The Hope Foundation will receive a portion of the sale, when they type the word “HOPE” in the Special Offer Code box. The HOPE code is valid for all online tickets, including game day purchases up to 4:00pm the day of the game. The offer is not valid with the purchase of tickets at the window or by phone or for July 4th or buck nights.

The Hope Foundation will also fundraise with jersey auction for the Scrappers game worn Star Wars jerseys, which will be worn the Friday, June 22nd game against the Auburn Doubledays, sponsored by Liberty Comics and Middlefield Bank.

The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (H.F.M.V.), a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, was founded in 2007 after the increasing success and popularity of the Game of Hope Charity Basketball Classic. Our unpaid staff, volunteers and supporting individuals and organizations are committed to our mission. They provide charitable and financial support to local charities that share our goal of improving the lives of chronically/terminally ill children. With money raised from donation and our signature fundraisers, The Foundation provides grants of up to $5,000. For more information about The Foundation please visit the website at www.HopeMV.org.

Tickets for the Scrappers 2018 season are now on sale. For more information, contact the Scrappers Front Office at (330) 505-0000 or visit mvscrappers.com for a complete schedule.

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Scrappers Host Youth Baseball Camp & One Day Hitting & Pitching Clinics

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The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are excited to announce that they have partnered with Vlad Pediatircs to host a three-day Youth Baseball Camp July 24-26.

The Scrappers Youth Camp provides kids ages 8-13 a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from some of the very best players in Minor League Baseball. All exercises and instruction will be taught by Scrappers players and coaching staff, and will focus on baseball fundamentals, sportsmanship and healthy competition. Boys and girls of all ability levels are encouraged to participate and learn from Scrappers players and coaches in a small group setting.

Camp registration includes instruction each day from 9 am until 12 pm, a ticket to the Thursday, July 26th Scrappers game vs. the Brooklyn Cyclones, on field recognition prior to the July 26th game, a camp t-shirt, and lunch following the final day of camp. To ensure your child receives individualized attention, the Youth Baseball Camp has been limited to 100 campers and early registration is highly encouraged. The Scrappers Youth Baseball Camp is $100 per child.

Additionally, the Scrappers will host a one-day hitting and pitching clinic for teen’s ages 13 to 17 years old. The Hitting Clinic will be held on Saturday, July 7 fro 9am-12pm. The Pitching Clinic will be held on Saturday, July 14. Both clincs will be taught by Scrappers players and are $60 per clinic.

The Youth Camp and Hitting and Pitching Clincs can be purchased by calling 330-505-0000 or by clicking here to register online.

The Scrappers open their 20th season at Eastwood Field on June 15 vs. the West Virginia Black Bears. Ticket memberships and packages can be purchased online at mvscrappers.com, at the Chevy All Stars Box Office at Eastwood Field or by calling 330-505-0000.

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Scrappers Sock Out Hunger on August 11

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Dr. James LaPolla, Jr. DPM and the Howland Health & Wellness Committee will be sponsoring a sock giveaway on Friday, August 11 when the Scrappers take on the Staten Island Yankees at Eastwood Field. The first 1,000 fans will receive a pair of Scrappers branded socks. Anyone who brings in a canned food donation will also receive a free ticket voucher for an upcoming Scrappers game. All donations will go directly to the Bolindale food pantry inside of The Boldindale Christian Church (2749 Fairview Ave. SE, Warren, OH 44484).

The food pantry at The Bolindale Christian Church serves 60-70 families twice a month. According to the 2008-2013 U.S. Census Bureau, 31.2% of the residents of Bolindale live below the poverty level and 54.3% are receiving food stamps.

The Bolindale community is also a focus of the Creating Healthy Communities initiative spearheaded by the Trumbull County Combined Health District. Grant monies were used to purchase additional lighting to improve the safety and visibility of the park and upgrades have been made to the park by repairing playground equipment and adding several pickleball courts.

The goal of the Howland Health and Wellness Committee is to promote healthier lifestyles and workplaces in the township. The Township has received the Healthy Ohio Healthy Community award from the Ohio Department of Health in 2015 and 2016. For information regarding the committee contact Township trustee Dr. James LaPolla at [email protected].

There will also be a post-game firework show following the game on August 11.

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Learn from the pros Sunday at the Chevy Youth Clinic

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Kids 6-12 can learn baseball fundaments from State College Spikes players and coaches at the Chevy Youth Baseball Clinic this Sunday at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, completely FREE courtesy of your local area Chevrolet dealers!

Sign-in begins at 10:30 a.m., and the clinic will get underway at 11 a.m. Each participant will receive a fun giveaway and lunch following the clinic, as well as a ticket to the Spikes’ 6:05 p.m. game on Sunday night against the Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Cleveland Indians).

To register your child now:

1. Click on the ‘Youth Clinics’ tab at www.chevroletbaseball.com

2. Select “Johnstown-Altoona” as your Region

3. Select “Other” as your League

Please feel free to contact the Chevy Youth Baseball Team at 888-600-4369 or [email protected] with any questions. See you on Sunday for the Chevy Youth Baseball Clinic!

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Scrappers Host Kids Create a Jersey Night on August 5

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On Saturday, August 5, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers will wear a specialty jersey designed by Bailey, age 8, of Leavittsburg. Bailey is the winner of the Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley “Create a Jersey” contest held earlier this summer. The jerseys will be available for auction with proceeds benefiting Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.

Bailey will receive a jersey, the opportunity to throw out a first pitch on August 5 and time in the dugout with the Scrappers players pre-game. Five honorable mention designs have been chosen and will be acknowledged at the August 5 game on the video board. The children with the honorable mention designs will also receive free Lil’ Scrappers Kids Club memberships.

“The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have been a strong supporter and a wonderful community partner of Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. We are so grateful for their continued support and are looking forward to this season’s exciting activities,” said JoAnn Stock, Akron Children’s senior director of development.

Future events include the ColorBurst 5K the morning of Saturday, August 5 at Eastwood Field benefiting Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. To register visit mvscrappers.com. There will also be a silent auction including sports memorabilia on Friday, August 11 that will benefit the Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.

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Carnival to Benefit Hannah’s Vision, Inc.

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A carnival to benefit the Hannah’s Vision, Inc. nonprofit organization (501c3 application in process) is going to be held Thursday, June 1st through Sunday, June 4th at Eastwood Field / Mahoning Valley Scrappers park. The carnival will have fireworks, rides, a variety of food vendors, multiple live bands, entertainers and craftsman performing throughout the event and more! Niles Police will be onsite for security, and this will be a family-friendly event with no alcohol.

Hours and bands schedule:

Thursday June 1st – 6pm to 11pm (music by County Mayo and Taylor Borton)

Friday June 2nd – 6pm to 12am (music by Highland Rose and John Dante and the Inferno)

Saturday June 3rd – 6pm to 12am (music by The Rage and Anger the Ant)

Sunday June 4th – 1pm to 11pm (music by The Acoustic Jones, K Street, Taylor Borton and The Black Wolf and The Thief)

Throughout the weekend: Clowns – Balloon animals – Ukulele duo – Daily 50/50 raffle (winner need not be present to win) – Animal Charity – Legacy Dog Rescue of Ohio – Dunking Booth

Saturday night Fireworks!

Sunday matinee – Open at 1pm with bands performing throughout the afternoon and evening.

Free glow-in-the-dark purple glasses to all (subject to quantity available of 5,000 for weekend).

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Scrappes Host Youth Baseball Camp July 11-13

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The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are excited to announce that they have partnered with Vlad Pediatrics to host a three-day Youth Baseball Camp July 11-13.

The Scrappers Youth Camp provides kids ages 8-13 year olds a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from some of the very best players in Minor League Baseball. All exercises and instruction will be taught by Scrappers players and coaching staff, and will focus on baseball fundamentals, sportsmanship and healthy competition. Boys and girls of all ability levels are encouraged to participate and learn from the Scrappers players and coaches in a small group setting.

Camp registration includes instruction each day from 9 am until 12pm, a ticket to the Thursday, July 13 Scrappers game vs. the Brooklyn Cyclones, on field recognition prior to the July 13th game, a camp t-shirt, and lunch the final day of camp. To ensure that your child receives individualized attention, the Youth Baseball Camp has been limited to 100 campers and early registration is highly encouraged. The Scrappers Youth Baseball Camp is only $100 per child and forms can be found on the Scrappers website or at the Eastwood Field Box Office. You can also register online.

The Scrappers open the 2017 season at Eastwood Field on June 21 vs. the Auburn Doubledays. Single game tickets are on sale and can be purchased online at mvscrappers.com, at the Mr. Rooter Box Office at Eastwood Field or by calling 330-505-0000.

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YSU Baseball to Raise Funds and Awareness for Childhood Cancer

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The Youngstown State baseball team will participate in the Lace Up 4 Pediatric Cancer event in conjunction with the Go4theGoal Foundation to raise funds and awareness to combat childhood cancer at its game this Friday against Valparaiso at Eastwood Field.

Players and coaches for Youngstown State and Valparaiso will wear yellow shoelaces to raise awareness for childhood cancer. All money from admission tickets, as well as a portion of concessions sales, will be donated to the Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley. Donations will also be accepted.

Tweet from @YSUBaseball: YSU Baseball to Raise Funds and Awareness for Childhood Cancer at Friday���s Game – Youngstown State https://t.co/GnCdwU0V9v

To reward fans for supporting both the cause and the Penguins, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers will give away a Jim Tressel bobblehead or Scrappers t-shirts or other giveaway items to the first 100 fans.

Additionally, YSU’s Team IMPACT player Jacob Sypert will throw out the first pitch at Friday’s game. Sypert is a seventh grader from McDonald, Ohio, who is a cancer survivor. He and the Penguins have been partnered together as part of the Team IMPACT program for the last two season.

Tweet from @YSUBaseball: Happy 1 Year Anniversary to our guy, Jacob, on signing his NLI to be a part of our program! @Sypert4 @GoTeamIMPACT pic.twitter.com/tWdduhn01x

“I think is so important for our baseball team to have a chance to be involved with a great organization and a great cause like Go4theGoal and children’s cancer,” YSU head coach Dan Bertolini said. “Our Team IMPACT player Jacob Sypert has been affected by childhood cancer, and his mother approached me this fall about getting involved. I got a chance to meet with Karen from Go4theGoal in January and I couldn’t be more excited about partnering with them.”

For more information on Go4theGoal, visit go4thegoal.org.

First pitch on Friday is set for 5 p.m. in game one of the key three-game Horizon League series against the Crusaders.

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Scrappers Announce Colorburst 5K for 2017

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ColorBurst 5K, producers of paint run events across America, in conjunction with the Mahoning Valley Scrappers are delighted to announce that the Second Annual ColorBurst 5K run will take place within the grounds of Eastwood Field on Saturday August 5, 2017. This family friendly 5K fun run will be staged in partnership with the Scrappers and will be held the same day as the team’s home game against the State College Spikes.

The CB5K experience brings people from all walks of life together in a technicolor burst of energy and excitement blending color, music and ‘good vibes’ against the backdrop of a 5K fun-run suitable for the entire family.

Tweet from @mvscrappers: Check out the 2016 Colorburst 5K

Where this event differs from the traditional 5Ks you may have experienced previously is in the two key elements of fun: amazing music and gallons of gloriously colored paint At each interval along the course, CB5K crew blast each participant with non-toxic, hypoallergenic, washable, water-based paint from the sidelines. Aside from this amazing twist on the typical 5K guests will be treated to an interactive pre-party and post-party at the fully branded CB5K stage with DJs, MCs, giveaways and family-focused fun.

The MV Scrappers will be working alongside main sponsors Fizek, Chevy All Stars & Braking Point Recovery Center to welcome ColorBurst 5K to Niles and a portion of the race ticket sale proceeds will go to the team’s charitable partner Akron Children’s Hospital-Mahoning Valley.

Tickets go on sale today here and there are a limited number of earlybird tickets available starting at $22.99.  Each ticket includes a voucher for entry to a Scrappers Game this season! Create your own team name & register with friends, or as an individual. As part of its commitment to making their event a family-friendly choice ColorBurst 5K include one child (12&under) registration free with every registered adult.

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The Scrappers Host “POPS at the Ballpark” Featuring the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra

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The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra are excited to host one of the Valley’s premiere summer events, POPS at the Ballpark, presented by the Chevy All-Stars and 21 WFMJ on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at Eastwood Field. The Scrappers have partnered with Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley for this year’s concert with $2.00 being donated back to the hospital with each full price ticket purchased.

The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will perform a selection from their repertoire which will culminate in a spectacular fireworks finale synched to Star Wars Main Titles and Stars and Stripes Forever. Other song performance highlights in the program include: “O Susannah”, “They’re Coming to America”, “Superman Main Titles”, “Philadelphia Freedom”, “This Land Is Your Land” and more.

Tickets for POPS at the Ballpark are on sale now and start at just $20. A dinner buffet option is also available. Tickets are available at the Eastwood Field Box Office, online or by calling the Scrappers at 330-505-0000.

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