Dash to Host Fill the Stands with Cans Night

The Winston-Salem Dash, in partnership with the Piedmont Triad Apartment Association (PTAA) and WXII will host the eleventh annual Fill the Stands with Cans Night as the Dash take on the Greensboro Grasshoppers on Saturday, August 14th at Truist Stadium.

This event benefits Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, an organization whose mission is to eliminate food waste and eradicate hunger throughout the Carolinas. Fans are encouraged to lend a helping hand by donating non-perishable food items or cash, both of which will be collected by volunteers stationed around the stadium on Saturday.

According to Jon Lowder, Executive Director of the PTAA, the Fill the Stands with Cans campaign has given the organization’s annual food drive a tremendous boost over the last few years. Second Harvest can provide seven meals for every $1 raised, so every dollar donated makes a big impact. Food donations are equally important, as they can be effective immediately.

As a thank you from the Dash and the PTAA for helping support Second Harvest, any fan who brings a non-perishable food item or cash donation to Saturday’s game will receive a ticket voucher that can be redeemed for any remaining 2021 Dash home game, excluding Saturday night’s game. Vouchers can be redeemed at the PTI Box Office, which is open leading up to all home games and from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday on non-gamedays.

Gates will open at 5:00 p.m. for Saturday’s 6:00 p.m. game against the Grasshoppers. Tickets are still available for purchase for by calling the Dash at (336) 714-2287 or visitinghttps://www.milb.com/winston-salem/tickets. Following the game will be Kids Run the Bases, powered by New Balance Winston-Salem.

LP Frans Stadium to Host Disability Dream & Do Camp

 

HICKORY, NC – Six local Rotary Clubs, with the generous support of the Hickory Crawdads and their parent club, the Texas Rangers, are offering a Dave Clark Disability Dream & Do (D3Day) Baseball Camp to children and young adults with varying disabilities along with their families and caregivers on Saturday, August 28th at LP Frans Stadium. The camp will run approximately from 10am-12pm.

The camp is a professional style baseball camp and will be staffed by numerous volunteers from the Crawdads, the Rotary Clubs, and the baseball teams from Lenoir-Rhyne University and Catawba Valley Community College.

The camp is free to participants. Pre-registration is required at www.D3Day.com. Interested families should select “events” on the website; then click on the Crawdads logo. A tab for participant registration is on the left-hand menu. All participants will receive a free t-shirt and cap, and lunch will be provided. Volunteers may also pre-register by selecting the volunteer registration tab on the same menu.

“The Crawdads organization is about making life-long memories and we can’t wait to be a part of the Disability Dream and Do Camp and help do just that for the participants and their families,” Crawdads General Manager Douglas Locascio said.

The Rotary project has been titled “The 100 Years of Rotary Disability Camp” to celebrate 100 years of Rotary service to local communities. According to Kelly Farr, president of the Rotary Club of Hickory, it is a demonstration of how Rotary does good in the world.

“Rotary is a huge international organization, and our local clubs support a number of worldwide projects but we especially value service to the local communities,” Farr said. “This project allows six clubs to join hands and offer something very special to the often underserved and forgotten population of wonderful disabled children.”

D3Day sports camps were created by Dave Clark, the only pitcher in professional baseball history to pitch on crutches, and Doug Cornfield, a medal winning runner at Georgia, who himself has a son born without arms. The Crawdads’ camp will also feature Emmy award-winning ESPN analyst Dave Stevens who was born without legs but played college football and hockey as well as professional baseball.

The Dave Clark camps allow children with any disability to interact with college and professional athletes in various drills and compete in sports with no limitations. There will be various stations to learn baseball skills and a “high five game.” The event will conclude with an award ceremony for participants.

Check-in for the camp will begin at 9:45am and will wrap up with lunch at noon.

Greenville to Host Blood Drive Saturday, August 29

 

The Greenville Drive is proud to partner with the Blood Connection for another blood drive Sunday, August 29 at The Front Porch at Fluor Field, located at the corner of Field Street and Markley Street.

The blood drive lasts from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Become a member of the LifeSaver League at Fluor Field! The need for blood is urgent throughout our community so please consider making a donation with us on Saturday. All donations stay within our community to help our neighbors.

Each donor will receive a ticket to a future Drive game, a LifeSaver League ’47 Brand Hat and a $10 VISA gift card.

Register here.

Drive, Prisma Partner on Next COVID-19 Vaccination Event August 5

 

The Greenville Drive, in partnership with Prisma Health, are set to host the latest COVID-19 vaccination event at Fluor Field this coming Thursday August 5th as part of the Drive’s game against the Rome Braves. This will be the 4th vaccination event hosted at Fluor Field this season as the Drive, together with their long-time partner Prisma Health, set out to educate and protect the community from the ongoing challenges brought about by COVID-19.

With virus variants emerging and COVID once again surging in the community, getting vaccinated is more important than ever for the health & safety of our community.

The latest vaccination event at Fluor Field next Thursday will take place from 6-8pm in the Power Alley hospitality area of the ballpark, directly inside the Main Street entrance to the stadium. No appointments are needed; vaccinations will be offered on a walk-up basis and administered by officials with Prisma Health. The Pfizer vaccine will be administered free of charge; those 12 years of age or older, needing their first or second dose, will be eligible. For those needing their second dose, it must be a minimum of three weeks since their first dose, but no later than six weeks.

To help encourage participation, all of those that get vaccinated at Fluor Field will receive a complimentary ice cream at the Drive’s destination ice cream stand Sweet Caroline’s as well as a complimentary ticket to any remaining 2021 regular season game.

“Getting vaccinated is the most critical thing we can all do to protect ourselves, our families, and our community. By partnering with Prisma Health to offer vaccinations at our games, we can help our community move closer to ending the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Drive Owner & President Craig Brown.

Promo Schedule Update: Fireworks Moved to August 21st; August 4th Remains Breast Cancer Awareness Night With Beach Bag Giveaway

 

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The post-game fireworks originally set for Wednesday, August 4th have been rescheduled for Saturday, August 21st, though the remaining promotions set for August 4th remain as scheduled. Fans with tickets to the game on August 4th that would like to enjoy a post-game fireworks show can both use the tickets on August 4th and show them at the Box Office for a ticket to a future game.

August 4th is Breast Cancer Awareness Night, presented by New Jersey Natural Gas. The first 1,500 fans receive a BlueClaws Beach Bag, which will be handed out when the gates open at 6:00 pm.

Additionally, the BlueClaws are collecting names of survivors to honor at the game that night. CLICK HERE and fill out this form to nominate a Breast Cancer survivor for a VIP experience at the August 4th BlueClaws game.

After the game, we’ll host a Diamond Dig. The first 200 women to sign-up at the game that night will be invited onto the field after the game to dig for a diamond on the infield!

Click here to order tickets online.

While the BlueClaws will not have fireworks after the game on August 4th, they will have post-game fireworks after the following games in the next month: Friday, July 30th (JFK Medical), Friday, August 6th (Sunny Days Sunshine Center), Wednesday, August 18th (RWJBarnabas Health), Friday, August 20th (NJR Home Services), Saturday, August 21st (New Jersey Natural Gas). The Saturday, August 21st game also includes an appearance by Kickin Nash, who will play live in the Sand Bar beginning at 6:15 pm that night.

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JPMorgan Chase and the Blue Rocks Partner to Honor Essential Businesses, Non-Profits, and First Responders

 

Wilmington DE – JPMorgan Chase and the Wilmington Blue Rocks have announced that they are partnering to honor businesses and non-profits that stayed open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as first responders who continue to serve the public’s needs.

During each of the remaining 24 home games in 2021, one business, non-profit or group of first responders will be recognized for their unwavering commitment and hard work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Honorees will receive free tickets and access to a 20-person suite donated by Chase. They will also be honored on the field before the game. Organizations in healthcare, hospitality, grocery, home improvement, retail, banking and other industries can be nominated for this honor.

As part of the promotion, hospitality workers will have another opportunity to receive complimentary tickets to any Blue Rocks game, courtesy of Chase. For the entire month of August, hospitality workers can present a recent pay stub at the Christiana Care Box Office at Daniel S. Frawley Stadium and receive two tickets to any home game that month, based on availability. Firefighters, police officers, and EMTs can also take part in this promotion by showing their pay stubs at the Christiana Care Box Office during any game in September.

“JPMorgan Chase has been a tremendous partner in recent years,” said Blue Rocks’ Vice President of Business Development, Robert Ford. “We’re very excited to have the opportunity to honor these businesses and individuals who have worked hard during the pandemic to help our community.”

“Teaming up with the Blue Rocks to support our community aligns with Chase’s commitment to Delaware,” said Tom Horne, JPMorgan Chase Delaware Market President. “On behalf of the firm’s 11,000 employees, we share our deepest appreciation to those who have, and continue to do so much, to support our neighbors.”

The program, which kicks off at the beginning of the Blue Rocks’ next home stand on August 3, will run through the end of the 2021 season.

About Chase

Chase is the U.S. consumer and commercial banking business of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM), a leading global financial services firm with assets of $3.7 trillion and operations worldwide. Chase serves more than 60 million American households with a broad range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. Customers can choose how and where they want to bank: More than 4,700 branches in 44 states and the District of Columbia, 16,000 ATMs, mobile, online and by phone. For more information, go to chase.com.

BlueClaws Collecting Nominations to Honor Breast Cancer Survivors

 

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – Breast Cancer Awareness Night, presented by New Jersey Natural Gas, is set for Wednesday, August 4th and the BlueClaws are collecting names of survivors to honor at the game that night.

CLICK HERE and fill out this form to nominate a Breast Cancer survivor for a VIP experience at the the August 4th BlueClaws game.

Additionally, the first 1,500 fans receive a BlueClaws Beach Bag thanks to New Jersey Natural Gas and fireworks will follow the game. This fireworks show is one of just seven remaining shows on the schedule for 2021.

Finally, the night will include a post-game Diamond Dig, where women can go on the field and literally dig for a diamond! Space is limited and fans will be required to sign up at the game.

For tickets to Breast Cancer Awareness Night, click here.

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Drive Announce Mayor Knox White As Organization’s 15th Annual Green Day Honoree

 

Greenville, S.C. – The Greenville Drive, Advanced-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, announced today that Mayor Knox White has been selected as the honoree for the team’s annual Green Day celebration, presented by TD Bank, this year to be held on Wednesday August 4th at Fluor Field when the Drive host the Rome Braves.

Each year, the Drive pay tribute to an individual who has helped make Greenville one of the most electric and dynamic cities in the country. Over the course of his more than 25 years as mayor, no one has had a more profound and transformational impact on our city than Mayor White. From the creation of Falls Park and the Liberty Bridge, the development along the Reedy River, Unity Park, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, and our very own Fluor Field, everyone across our City has benefitted from Mayor White’s vision and leadership. The Drive are excited and honored to recognize Mayor White as this year’s Green Day honoree.

“Knox White was born in Greenville, grew up in Greenville, and transformed Greenville into one of the world’s most admired, awarded, and livable cities,” said Greenville Drive Owner & President Craig Brown. “We can’t think of a more deserving person for this year’s Green Day honoree than Mayor White. His vision and leadership have propelled us forward and positioned our great city for even greater future success.”

“Greenville is not just an amazing city, it is my home and my passion,” noted Mayor Knox White. “While it takes a lot of hard work and strong working partnerships, like the one we have with The Drive to accomplish what we have here and maintain our positive momentum, serving this city has been the proudest accomplishment and one of the greatest joys of my life. I am proud to be the Drive’s 2021 Green Day honoree, and I’m even more excited about what’s next.”

White joins an acclaimed group of Green Day honorees, including Mayor Max Heller and his wife, Trudy (2006); Greenville City Councilwoman Lillian Brock Flemming and Greenville County Councilwoman Xanthene Norris (2007); former Greenville Technical College President Dr. Tom Barton (2008); businessman and philanthropist C. Dan Joyner (2009); civic leader, judge and attorney Merl Code (2010); former S.C. Governor and U.S. Secretary of Education Dick Riley (2011); South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Founder Dr. Virginia Uldrick (2012); environmentalist and attorney Tommy Wyche (2013); philanthropists Hayne and Anna Kate Hipp (2014); Centennial American Properties CEO David Glenn (2015); Erwin Penland Co-Founder Joe Erwin (2016); Hughes Development Corporation Chairman Bob Hughes (2017), Spinx Chairman Stewart Spinks (2018) and Southernside Neighborhood President Mary Duckett (2019).

In honor of Green Day & Greenville’s birthday celebration, Drive players will wear special green uniforms and caps on Green Day, and fans are encouraged to create a “green out” by sporting green as well. First pitch is set for 7:05pm against the Rome Braves. The first 2,000 fans through the stadium gates will receive a commemorative Green Day t-shirt or superhero cape, all courtesy of TD Bank. And then make sure to stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks show in celebration of Greenville’s birthday.

Vegan Night Set for Saturday, July 24

The Brooklyn Cyclones will be hosting Vegan Night at Maimonides Park on Saturday, July 24th when they take on the Wilmington Blue Rocks at 6:00 PM.

As part of the night, we will be converting one of our main concession stands into a Vegan Only stand. Here’s a look at the additional Vegan Items that will be available that evening:

  • V-Italian Meatball Hero – Vegan Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Cheese on Hero Roll
  • Mac & Cheese – Vegan Pasta, non-dairy cheese with mesquite beyond sausage crumble
  • Tomato & Garden Vegetable Soup
  • Baked Potato with Vegan Chili Con Carne
  • Plus our standard offerings of vegetarian pizza, falafel, Beyond Burgers, and Sausage.

The first 1,000 fans in attendance will also receive a Jacob deGrom Bobblehead and the team will be offering a special BasebALL You Can Drink package – which beer, seltzer and mixed drink starting 30 minutes before first pitch and running through the end of the sixth inning for just $45. For more info – CLICK HERE.

Drive to Host Aerospace Night July 23

 

Make plans to join us at Fluor Field on Friday July 23rd for the Drive’s first-ever Aerospace Night event at the ballpark. Working in close collaboration with the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness & the SC Aerospace team, this is a highly unique event that the Drive are excited to begin hosting on an annual basis beginning this season.

The Aerospace industry will be spotlighted & celebrated for the entire evening as we shine a light on the leaders, companies, and organizations driving the Aerospace industry’s success in our community and across the state. Bring your kids and the whole family to the ballpark to learn about the latest exciting technologies & advancements driving the Aerospace industry’s success in our region. Lockheed Martin will have a special set-up on the stadium concourse with a highly engaging and interactive exhibit talking about their company and their specific work in Greenville. And make sure to get to the game early as you don’t want to miss the pre-game flyover!

Tickets start at just $9 and can be purchased directly by clicking here. Gates open at 6pm, with the Drive’s first pitch against the Greensboro Grasshoppers scheduled for 7pm. See you at the game!

First Responders Celebration is Sunday

 

The Drive’s series with Aberdeen wraps up on Sunday July 11th, with first pitch at 3:05pm with our annual First Responders Day celebration. This annual event at the ballpark recognizes & celebrates the sacrifice of all our community’s First Responders and thanks them for keeping us safe & healthy – this past year more than ever. Make sure to bring your kids and check out Heroes Alley on Field Street (presented by Ingles) beginning at 1pm with great music, face painters, balloon artists, bounce houses, and a special opportunity to see & climb in actual First Responder vehicles. And then make sure to stick-around post-game for Kids Run The Bases, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield!

BlueClaws Donate Tickets at Joint Base For Military Appreciation Night; Fans Can Support Program Through Donations

 

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – In advance of Military Appreciation Night, set for July 8th at FirstEnergy Park, the BlueClaws, through their Host a Hero program, donated tickets and caps to military members on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on Wednesday morning. This program is made possible by donations from fans through the special program.

BlueClaws manager Tank Adamson stood next to an M47 Medium Tank on the base Wednesday and made the donation to military members and representatives of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

Through the Host a Hero Program, the BlueClaws collect ticket donations for Vets Night Out from fans to bring military heroes and first responders to the ballpark. These tickets are used for Military Appreciation Night on July 8th and First Responders Night on September 11th. Fans can donate tickets online by clicking here. Donation rates are as follows:

  • $50 – host 5 heroes
  • $100 – host 12 heroes
  • $250 – host 30 heroes
  • $500 – host 75 heroes

At Military Appreciation Night, presented by OceanFirst Bank, the BlueClaws will host a Troop Supply Drive in conjunction with the IBEW Local 400 Military Committee. Items that will be collected include: soap, razors, toiletries, socks, non-perishable snacks, sunblock, flashlights, sports equipment, batteries, tissues, and baby wipes.

Tickets are available online at BlueClaws.com (click here to order).

The BlueClaws, the Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment, celebrating their 20th season in 2021. The team installed a nine hole family Mini Golf Course and boardwalk game area before the 2018 season. This year, the BlueClaws re-branded to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, formally embracing the support the team has received over the last 20 years to the tune of over 7.7 million fans. Pre-pandemic, MiLB Clubs employed more than 3,300 full-time employees and nearly 32,000 part-time and seasonal employees.

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Military Appreciation Night, Troop Supply Drive, Set for July 8th

 

JERSEY SHORE, NJ – The BlueClaws will host their annual Military Appreciation Night, featuring a Troop Supply Drive, on Thursday, July 8th at FirstEnergy Park. The event is once again presented by OceanFirst Bank.

As part of Military Appreciation Night, the BlueClaws are hosting a Troop Supply Drive in conjunction with the IBEW Local 400 Military Committee. Items that will be collected include: soap, razors, toiletries, socks, non-perishable snacks, sunblock, flashlights, sports equipment, batteries, tissues, and baby wipes.

Fans can donate at tables outside the ballpark.

For single game tickets to Military Appreciation Night, click here.

Additionally, the game will feature ceremonies and other recognitions for military members throughout the night.

The BlueClaws have also launched Host a Hero, through which fans can donate a group of tickets for heroes. This will be used both for Military Appreciation Night on July 8th and First Responders Night on September 11th. Fans can donate tickets online by clicking here. Donation rates are as follows:

  • $50 – host 5 heroes
  • $100 – host 12 heroes
  • $250 – host 30 heroes
  • $500 – host 75 heroes

Additionally, Military Appreciation Night falls on a Thirsty, so that means Thirsty Thursday with $2 Coors & Coors Light cans both in The Sand Bar and concourse wide. BlueClaws Thirsty Thursday Club tickets are available through which fans get 10 undated Thirsty Thursday tickets for just $120, 50% savings off the single-game price. For more information, or to order tickets online, click here.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. The 2021 season runs through September 12th at FirstEnergy Park, a state-of-the-art facility that includes a 9-Hole Family Mini Golf Course, Boardwalk Games, and a Sand Bar! Kids Eat Free every Sunday and fireworks light the sky after every Friday home game. Plus, Kids Run the Bases after every BlueClaws game this summer.

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Military Appreciation Day July 4th at Fluor Field

 

The Greenville Drive is excited to host Military Appreciation Day Sunday, July 4th.

First pitch against Winston-Salem, affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, is set for 6:05 pm. Gates will open at 5:00 pm. The Grumpy Old Jazzmen will play in the Main Street Plaza.

All veterans and active military will receive a $5 ballpark voucher, compliments of the Drive (pick up at tables near entrance gates). Our military celebration includes a pre-game ceremony featuring color guard, gun salute and vintage WWII warbirds flyover at the end of the anthem; military vehicle display on Field Street pre-game and in-game; recognizing and honoring our veterans and active military throughout the game; and military organizations display on the concourse.

There will also be a Fourth of July pre-game cookout. The $25 package includes a ticket to the picnic, the Drive game and postgame fireworks! Use the password july4 to buy your tickets here!

Postgame there will be a hot dog eating contest. Preliminary winners from our contests during the past homestand will compete for the 2021 title! Additional day of sign ups will take place at the Drive’s Info Center, located behind home plate.

For the grand finale, the Drive will provide the only public fireworks display in Greenville, which will start after the game but no earlier than 9:45.