Mahoning Valley Scrappers

Scrappers Announce the Return of Reading Club Program

March 12, 2015

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are pleased to announce the return of the Reading Club presented by Associated School Employees Credit Union (ASECU) and ComDoc. The Reading Club is implemented within schools and libraries from Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Stark, Portage, Mercer (PA) and Lawrence (PA) counties. The goal of this program is to promote the importance of literacy and education while at the same time fostering a life-long love of reading. It’s a completely free program that provides teachers with rewards for students who reach their reading goal. Students that complete the goal set by their teacher receives two FREE tickets to one the designated Reading Club game dates.

Schools and classrooms can sign up for the program by contacting Kate Walsh with the Scrappers at 330-505-0000 or by emailing kwalsh@mvscrappers.com.

Parents, if your child is not participating in the reading club in his/her school; you can sign them up as individuals. You can sign them up by returning an enrollment form and then tracking your child’s reading with the Reading Club bookmark. Once they have reached their goal, your bookmark is now a voucher that is valid for two FREE tickets to one of the designated Reading Club game dates.

The Scrappers open the 2015 season at Eastwood Field on June 25th vs. the State College Spikes. For promotional information, tickets, memberships, or the Scrappers team store visit www.mvscrappers.com or call the front office at (330) 505-0000.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers . Click here to view the original story.

Trick or Treat at Eastwood Field Set for October 22

September 22, 2014

The Scrappers and Talmer Bank and Trust present the sixteenth annual “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field, with media partners 21 WFMJ, WBCB, and Hot 101. The event will take place Wednesday, October 22^nd 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 served basis. Children and adults will require a ticket. Tickets are just $1 each and are available starting Monday, September 29th 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 2015 season.

The Scrappers are looking for area businesses to participate in this year’s “Trick or Treat” event. Businesses will receive table space on the Eastwood Field concourse. 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 Annie Stoltenberg for complete details by calling 330-505-0000 or emailing astoltenberg@mvscrappers.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

2014 NYPL Scholarship Contest

June 6, 2014

The Class-A Short-Season New York-Penn League and its member clubs are proud to announce that the league’s philanthropic arm, the NYPL Charitable Foundation, will once again award over $10,000 in scholarships this summer to deserving high school graduates from the league’s 14 markets.

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Now in its sixth year, the 2014 NYPL Scholarship Contest is open to any graduating senior from a public or private high school within the league’s footprint. Any student who has been accepted at a two or four-year college or university, vocational school, or technical education institution is eligible. Applicants will be judged based on academic performance, volunteer and extracurricular activities, and the impact their local NYPL club and Minor League Baseball have had on their lives.

The scholarship contest will consist of two stages – a local round and a divisional round. In the local stage, students will apply directly to their local NYPL team, with one applicant chosen by each of the 14 teams to advance to the divisional/final round. The 14 finalists will then be separated by the division of the team they represent. The winning application from each of the NYPL’s three divisions (McNamara, Pinckney and Stedler) will receive the top prize of a $2,500 scholarship. All other finalists will receive a $250 book award.

“The New York-Penn League Charitable Foundation and our 14 member clubs are pleased to have the opportunity to assist outstanding high school seniors within our league’s footprint for the sixth consecutive season,” said Ben J. Hayes, President of the New York-Penn League. “This program will again recognize those seniors who not only meet and exceed traditional scholarship criteria, but demonstrate the positive community impact and lifelong memories fostered by their local NYPL clubs throughout the year.”

High school seniors interested in entering the 2014 Scholarship Contest can obtain the official application from their local NYPL club, or by visiting the league’s official website, New York-Penn League.com.

The deadline to submit applications to the nearest NYPL team is June 27, 2014. Each club’s winner, including the three $2,500 scholarship recipients, will be selected in late July and honored at a game in August.

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The New York-Penn League and its 14 member clubs created the New York-Penn League Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, in 2003. The mission of the Foundation is to provide focus and support for the collective and individual charitable and community efforts of the New York-Penn League, its Clubs, and their staff.

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

Scrappers Partner With Krinos Group to Honor Members of the Community

June 5, 2014

This season, the Scrappers and Krinos Group, a Family of Financial Services, have partnered together to honor upstanding members of our community who have shown the qualities associated with being Scrappy; resiliency and a determined spirit.

Fan are encouraged to nominate members of the community who encompass these traits and the selected nominees will receive four all inclusive seats in the Mr. Rooter Diamond Club. A different winner will be honored during each 2014 Scrappers home game, courtesy of Krinos Group.

All ages will be considered. Fans recommending nominees should provide a brief overview of why the nominee should be selected as well as contact information for both the nominator and the nominee. The form may be downloaded here.

Nominations can be emailed to astoltenberg@mvscrappers.com or sent to the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd, Niles, OH 4446 Attn: Annie Stoltenberg. Nomination forms are available at www.mvscrappers.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Scrappers Announce Return of Scout Night and Introduce Patch Design Contest

March 13, 2014

NILES OH – The Scrappers are excited to announce the return of Scout Night to Eastwood Field during the 2014 season. Both Boy and Girl Scouts are invited to register for the August 8th Scrappers Game. The Scrappers are offering a $15 Overnight Ticket Package and a $5 Game Ticket Only Package for the event.

In addition to the pregame parade, meeting the team, and the opportunity to join the team on the field for the National Anthem, the Scrappers are introducing a Patch Design Contest. Scouts of all ages who have registered for Scout Night are invited to create a patch. All patches must be 3.25 inches in diameter or smaller, and contain nine or fewer colors. Patches will be judged based on creativity, integration of baseball and the Scrappers logos, and overall esthetic appeal. Designs must be submitted by Friday, June 13, 2014.

The winning patch will be selected by the Scrappers front office and distributed to all scouts attending the 2014 Scout Night. The creator of the patch will also have the opportunity to throw out a first pitch at a 2014 Scrappers home game.

Interested Scouts can download the form on www.mvscrappers.com and create their patch in one of the two shapes provided. All forms should be completed and faxed to (330) 505-9696 or mailed to:

Mahoning Valley Scrappers

111 Eastwood Mall Blvd.

Niles, OH 44446

Attn: Scout Patch Contest

For more information about the August 8th Scout Night please visit www.mvscrappers.com or contact Group Sales Manager Chris Sumner at (330) 505-0000.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Scrappers Host High School Valley All-Star Classic

February 11, 2014

Saturday, June 14

NILES, OH – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are excited to announce they will be hosting the second annual High School Valley All-Star Classic, presented by Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods and media partners 21 WFMJ and WBCB, on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Eastwood Field. The High School Valley All-Star Classic will feature elite high school players from the Mahoning Valley.

Tickets for the High School Valley All-Star Classic will go on sale on March 1^st and will be $5 for General Admission Seats. They will be available at the Eastwood Field Box Office, by calling 330-505-0000 or online at www.mvscrappers.com.

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are the Short Season Single A Affiliate of the Cleveland Indians and play all home games at Eastwood Field. Notable alumni include C.C. Sabathia, Vinnie Pestano, Jason Kipnis, and Victor Martinez. For more information about individual game tickets, ticket packages or group outings visit www.mvscrappers.com or call the front office at (330) 505 – 0000.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Scrappers Launch Healthy Kids Challenge

November 4, 2013

NILES, OH – The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have launched Scrappy’s Healthy Challenge, presented by the Eastwood Mall Complex with partners Humility of Mary Health Partners, M.V.P.B.A. Scrappers Backers and ComDoc, to encourage physically active and healthy lifestyles.

Scrappy’s Healthy Challenge follows the 5-2-1-0 message: 5 — or more servings of fruits and vegetables, 2 — hours or less recreational screen time, 1 — hour or more of physical activity, 0 — sugary drinks, more water and lowfat milk (adopted from Let’s Go! www.letsgo.org).

The Scrappers are working with local schools to participate in the program. For 21 Days, students log their choices into a journal. All of the students that complete Scrappy’s Healthy Challenge will receive a ticket to go to a Scrappers game during the 2013 season. At the game they will receive a special 5-2-1-0 Scrappy’s Healthy Challenge Completed T-Shirt and special recognition at the game.

If you would like your school to participate in Scrappy’s Healthy Challenge or are interested in sponsorship opportunities for the program, contact the Scrappers Front Office at 330-505-0000.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Scrappers Receive HandsOn Volunteer Network Corporate Partner in Service Award

October 25, 2012

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have been chosen to receive the HandsOn Volunteer Network Corporate Partner in Service Award. The award recognizes a corporation that has demonstrated a commitment to the Mahoning Valley by promoting corporate responsibility through financial resources and extensions of service opportunities to its employees. The Corporate Partner in Service Award recipient has had measurable impact on local organizations by a commitment to service through corporate engagement programs and the philosophy of giving back to the Mahoning Valley.

Scrappers General Manager Jordan Taylor states, “The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are honored to have been chosen as the 2012 recipient of the HandsOn Volunteer Network Corporate Partner in Service Award. One of the primary goals of the franchise is to play an active role in the community through donations and community involvement of our Front Office”.

HandsOn Volunteer Network awards will be presented during the HandsOn Volunteer Network Awards Celebration on Thursday, November 8, 2012 with a dinner and program at the Avalon Golf and Country Club, Squaw Creek, beginning at 5:30pm. Call the HOVN office at 330-782-5877 to make reservations. Tickets are $30 per person.

Season tickets for the 2013 Scrappers season are now on sale. Contact the front office at 330-505-0000 for more information.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Scrappers Host Aluminum Can Recycling Drive

July 17, 2012

Half Price Box Seat For Six Can Donation

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers along with Novelis announce an Aluminum Can Recycling Drive at Eastwood Field on Friday, July 27. The Scrappers play host to the Staten Island Yankees and anyone that brings a donation of at least six aluminum cans will receive a box seat at half price. Gates will open for at 6:00 pm and first pitch is scheduled for 7:05 pm. Novelis is the world leader in aluminum rolling, producing nearly 20 percent of the world’s flat-rolled aluminum products.

In addition to the Aluminum Can Recycling Drive, Novelis is proud to bring post-game fireworks. The fireworks extravaganza will take place following the game is free of charge with admission to the game.

Friday is also Faith night at Eastwood Field sponsored by the Nicholson Center. Throughout the night there will be faith-based entertainment.

Friday is the third game of a six game homestand the Scrappers have from July 25-30. Highlighting the homestand is an appearance by soap star “Brady Black” and Baseball Brawl III. Brady Black’s appearance is brought to you by Mayfair Laundromats and 21 WFMJ and Baseball Brawl II is courtesy of Northeast Martial Arts & Fitness, Corona Extra, Y-103, Labatt Blue and MCW Championship Wrestling.

For more information contact the Scrappers Front Office at (330)505-0000 or click here for tickets.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Mahoning Valley Scrappers join the Spread the Red to Feed Hungry Families Campaign

October 24, 2011

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have teamed up with YSU Football and First Place Bank to help feed the hungry families of our Valley. Together these three organizations will use this partnership to help Valley families who are struggling to keep food on the table.

On Thursday, October 27th from 6:00pm-8:00pm the Scrappers are hosting their Annual Trick or Treat Event at Eastwood Field. Tickets are just $1 each and are available now at the Scrappers Team Office located at Eastwood Field. That evening, the Scrappers and First Place Bank are asking families to drop off canned or boxed food donations to help feed the hungry families in our Valley. The first 500 people that bring in a perishable food item and drop it off at the First Place Bank table will receive a free First Place Bank cinch bag.

“We are happy to partner with YSU football and First Place Bank at this event to make sure that we continue the effort to fight hunger in the Valley”, stated Jordan Taylor, General Manager of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers.

“The First Place Bank team will continue to find ways to help put food on the tables of hungry families right here in the Mahoning Valley”, stated Steve Lewis CEO First Place Bank. “We hope that Valley residents will join us the week of October 31st through November 4th and stop by one of our branches to make a donation,” he concluded.

About First Place Financial Corp.: First Place Financial Corp. is a $3.1 billion financial services holding company based in Warren, Ohio, with two wholly-owned subsidiaries: First Place Bank and First Place Holdings, Inc. Through First Place Bank, the Company operates 41 retail locations, 2 business financial service centers and 24 loan production offices. Wholly-owned subsidiaries of First Place Holdings, Inc. include First Place Insurance and Title Works Agency, LLC. Additional information about First Place Financial Corp. may be found on the Company’s web site: www.firstplacebank.com.
This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Thirteenth Annual “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field

September 20, 2011

The Scrappers and Buckeye Online School for Success present the thirteenth annual “Trick or Treat” at Eastwood Field, with media partners 21 WFMJ, WBCB, and Mix 98.9. The event will take place Thursday, October 27th 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 served basis. Children and adults will require a ticket. Tickets are just $1 each and are available now at the Scrappers Team Office located at Eastwood Field.

The Scrappers are looking for area businesses to participate in this year’s “Trick or Treat” event. Companies that are involved will receive a free table and banner space on our concourse. The participating businesses may pass out information and decorate their table however they choose. We are allowing distribution of items and flyers, however we ask that no registration sign-ups or contests be held. You are welcome to invite employees from your company to represent your business. If this is not possible, volunteers are available that can assist you. In addition to your materials, we ask that your company provide candy for an estimated 2,000 children. This is a community event and a great way to promote your business to the public. Please contact Heather Sahli at the Scrappers office by Friday, October 21st if interested. Space is limited and is available to the first 30 companies who reply.

For further information, contact the Scrappers team office at 330-505-0000.
This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.

Mystery Ball Sale Fundraiser Sunday August 28

August 14, 2011

Proceeds benefit Luke Holko

Niles, Ohio – The Scrappers are hosting a Mystery Ball Sale Fundraiser for Luke Holko on Sunday, August 28. The sale begins once the gates open and is first come first served.

The Mystery Ball Sale includes baseballs autographed by:

Fausto Carmona of the Cleveland Indians
The Columbus Clippers and Akron Aeros
John Grabow of the Chicago Cubs
Brandon Wood of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Plus many more!

Additionally, the Scrappers are donating half of the proceeds from ticket purchased with this flyer to the Luke Holko Fund.

Sunday, August 28 is also Wrestling Night featuring a post-game wrestling event featuring the Necro Butcher, Al Snow, “The Mouth of the South” Jimmy Hart, and Mick Foley.

For more information, call the Scrappers front office at (330) 505-0000 or email info@mvscrappers.com.

This article originally appeared on the official website of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers. Click here to view the original story.