Baby Cakes, EJGH team up for Scalise blood drive

East Jefferson General Hospital (EJGH) and the New Orleans Baby Cakes are joining forces for a blood drive benefiting U.S. Representative Steve Scalise this Saturday, June 24, at the EJGH Blood Center from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Those who wish to donate a pint of blood will receive a voucher for two (2) tickets to the July 8th Baby Cakes’ game against the Oklahoma City Dodgers at the Shrine on Airline.

“This is an important opportunity for our community,” said EJGH President and CEO Gerald Parton. “Representative Scalise has always put Jefferson Parish and the state of Louisiana first. It’s important that we give back to him during his time of need.”

“The Baby Cakes are proud to partner with EJGH on this important initiative,” added Cookie Rojas, Baby Cakes General Manager. “This community always comes together in difficult times, and this is a wonderful way to show our support for Representative Scalise.”

Scalise represents the 1st Congressional District of Louisiana, encompassing the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain to the area south to the Mississippi River delta. The Archbishop Rummel and LSU graduate, who serves as the House Majority Whip, was injured in a shooting on June 14, while practicing for the annual congressional baseball game. He remains hospitalized at the Medstar Washington Hospital Center in Virginia.

The EJGH Blood Center is located on the second floor of the Domino Pavilion on the hospital’s main campus, located at 4200 Houma Blvd. in Metairie and can be reached by calling 504-503-5691. Convenient parking is available in the Hudson Garage, adjacent to the Domino Pavilion. Appointments are not necessary but encouraged for convenience.

RailRiders Announce HOPE Week Activities

Moosic, Pa. – What began as an ode to the parent club and the community has turned into an annual tradition in NEPA. The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Triple-A/New York Yankees) are proud to announce that beginning on Monday, June 19, the RailRiders will join the New York Yankees in support of HOPE (Helping Others Persevere and Excel) Week 2017, a unique week-long communal program that brings to light extraordinary stories intended to inspire individuals into action in their own communities.

Initiated in 2009 and now in its eighth campaign in NEPA, HOPE Week is rooted in the fundamental belief that acts of goodwill provide hope and encouragement to more than just the recipient of the gesture. Each day from Monday, June 19, through Sunday, June 25, members of the RailRiders front office staff or club will reach out personally to connect with an organization, cause or individual. 2017 marks the sixth straight year that each of the Yankees’ six U.S.-based affiliates will participate in the program, making the initiative one that the entire organization proudly stands behind.

“Being a part of the Yankees family is special. HOPE Week is one of the unbelievable programs that solidifies the ‘Yankee way’ and how important it is to impact your community,” said RailRiders Team Pesident/COO Josh Olerud.

On Monday, June 19, will hold a special meet and greet between SWB players and military veterans. Local veterans from St. Francis Commons Veterans Program in Scranton will receive tickets to the game and will have a special meet and greet with players at the field before the game. These veteran groups in attendance will receive special recognition during the Hometown Heroes in-game announcement.

From 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, players, coaches and front office staff will help box up meals for the Commission on Economic Opportunity’s “Senior Box Program” at the Weinberg Northeast Regional Foodbank in Pittston, PA. The CEO’s “Senior Box Program” provides meals to over 2,000 senior citizens in the area every month.

Wednesday, June 21, will feature a visit to the Janet Weis Children’s Unit at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital. Players, coaches, front office staff, and CHAMP will visit the patients in the Children’s Unit of the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The visit will include reading to and visiting with the kids, coloring CHAMP and other fun pages and each child will get a special gift to keep. During the game, autographed memorabilia will be auctioned off and the proceeds will be given to the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton towards their efforts to support families of children who are in the hospitals in the local Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area.

RailRiders players will make a special visit on Thursday, June 22, to see a local Nanticoke area high school senior varsity baseball player, Aaron Kreitzer, who is in the hospital battling leukemia. Kreitzer will also be presented with his own custom RailRiders jersey. Since his diagnosis, Kreitzer’s high school baseball team, fellow students, and the whole Greater Nanticoke area community have rallied around him and his family throwing charity softball tournaments and fundraising benefits.

SWB will kick-off their annual RailRiders Vs. Cancer fundraiser on Friday, June 23. Fans will be informed of the fundraiser, the date of the head shaving will be announced, and past year’s fundraising campaign success will be highlighted. The RailRiders will also get to choose a local pediatric cancer program to receive half of the funds raised in this season’s campaign. Fans at the ballpark will be given the team fundraising website information.

From 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, players, coaches and staff will volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. They will put the finishing touches on a home in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., for a low-income family to purchase in July. The Wyoming Valley Habitat for Humanity restored the home for a single mother and her five-year-old daughter.

The team will wrap up their HOPE Week on Sunday, June 25, by participating in Minor League Baseball’s Joe Torre “Safe at Home” Domestic Violence Awareness Initiative. MiLB Charities has teamed up with the Joe Torre “Safe at Home” Foundation to raise awareness for domestic violence and educate fans about the resources available to help those in need. The first 500 fans at the game will receive Topps Card Sets featuring MLB veterans and top prospects and a signed Joe Torre Baseball will be raffled or auctioned off for the charity of our choosing. A representative from the Joe Torre Foundation will also be in attendance.

Our Community Organization of the Game will be the Mary Kay Foundation whose mission is to serve and support women with cancer and women and children affected by domestic violence. The Mary Kay Foundation will be selling their t-shirts during the game to raise money for their local programs. There will also be a “supply” drive (Items such as hygiene products, diapers, baby food and formula, school supplies, bus tickets and a no-longer used cell phone can make an important difference).

HOPE Week is just a part of the RailRiders’ community outreach this season, and the RailRiders look forward to continuing their involvement both during and after HOPE Week. Any inquiries regarding the weeklong festivities should be directed to RailRiders director of community relations Jordan Maydole by calling 570-969-2255 (ext. 3140) or by e-mailing jmaydole@swbrailriders.com.

The 2016 Gildan Triple-A National Champion RailRiders hit the road for four games in three days against the Buffalo Bisons (Toronto Blue Jays) beginning Friday, June 16. First pitch at Coca-Cola Field is set for 7:05 p.m. The boys of SWB return home on Monday, June 19, against the Syracuse Chiefs (Washington Nationals). Every Monday home game at PNC Field is Dollar Dog Night, presented by the Times-Tribune. For tickets or more information, please call 570-969-BALL (2255) or visit swbrailriders.com.

– SWB RailRiders Baseball – The Place to Be! –

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Legends help honor ‘Phenomenal Father’ David Cozart of Fayette County Fatherhood Initiative on the TODAY Show

WHITAKER BANK BALLPARK (Lexington, KY) – The Lexington Legends are extremely proud to announce that at 10:30am June 15, 2017, in honor of Father’s Day, Fayette County Fatherhood Initiative Director David Cozart was recognized as a ‘Phenomenal Father’ on the TODAY Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda.

The Lexington Legends were a part of this on-air recognition by providing David with fifty tickets to the fathers and children that David helps mentor through FCFI, so they can enjoy a night at Whitaker Bank Ballpark. David will also be receiving a night in a Luxury Suite for him and his family, recognized on-field at a game and will receive the Ultimate Legendary Experience, which includes a personalized Legends jersey!

“David is doing amazing work for our community. His impact is far reaching and has changed the lives of many fathers and their children. I am truly proud to call him a friend, as he has also helped guide me as a mentor for youth in our community.” states Andy Shea, Legends President & CEO.

The Legends continue to extend their congratulations to David for this remarkable accomplishment for all his good work and for what Fayette Co. Fatherhood Initiative does for our community.

VIDEO LINK from The TODAY Show: http://www.today.com/video/meet-the-phenomenal-father-who-teaches-men-to-be-responsible-dads-968109123734

For more information, contact Sarah Bosso at sbosso@lexingtonlegends.com or 859 422-7855. The Legends, a Single-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals and a member of the South Atlantic League, continue their homestand through Sunday, June 18 at Whitaker Bank Ballpark against the Asheville Tourists and Hagerstown Suns. For ticket information, call (859) 422-7867 or visit lexingtonlegends.com.

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NATURALS HOST MOST IMPROVED STUDENT GAMES

SPRINGDALE, Ark – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are proud to have partnered with Mercy Kids on our Mercy Kids Most Improved Student Program, which gave teachers a chance to reward students for making progress during the year. The Naturals will host three (3) Mercy Kids Most Improved Student games on June 7, June 8 and on June 12 and each game will feature a pre-game recognition on the field prior to the start of the game.

During the 2017 season, the Northwest Arkansas Naturals received a record number of nominations for the Mercy Kids Most Improved Student Program. A total of 1,226 students (up from 1,106 in 2016) were nominated by 734 different teachers. The total number of schools participating also increased from 86 in 2016 to nearly 175 in 2017.

Each student that was nominated received two (2) tickets and a Kansas City Royals Kids Zone pass to their choice of either the June 7, June 8, or June 12 games. Prior to each, the Northwest Arkansas Naturals will honor these Most Improved Students with a pre-game parade on the field where they’ll be recognized in front of the crowd. Note that the pre-game recognition on Wednesday, June 7 will occur in-between games since it is a doubleheader.

Teachers were asked to submit nominations of student(s) in their class who have shown the most improvement since the start of the school year. Measuring improvement in the classroom can be very subjective, so the guidelines for student nominations were left up to the discretion of each teacher as they could nominate students that made strides with their behavior, social involvement, academic improvement or any combination of these.

For more information on the Mercy Kids Most Improved Student Program fans can visit www.nwanaturals.com, call (479) 927-4900, email groups@nwanaturals.com, or stop out at the Administrative Office at Arvest Ballpark.

Follow the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on Twitter @NWANaturals all throughout the year by using the hashtag #NaturalPastime and #CrowntoCrown for information on tickets, groups, promotions, roster, standings, statistics, and Naturals alumni in the Major Leagues.

The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. The Naturals play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including statistics, ticket options, and more, please visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.

-Naturals-

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Save lives: Mud Hens Blood Drive is Wednesday, 7/5

Did you know every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood, and that one pint of blood can save up to 3 lives? To help meet demand for donations and to raise awareness about the need for new donors, the annual Mud Hens Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday, July 5, from 2-7 p.m.

The blood drive will be held inside the Top of Nine banquet area (see on map) located on the fourth floor at 406 Washington St. adjacent to Fifth Third Field.

  • All donors will receive a ticket voucher for a future Toledo Mud Hens game!
  • Meet the mascots!
  • All donors will be entered into a drawing to win some cool Mud Hens items!

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: MUDHENS.

Fans attending games on June 14 and 30 will also be able to schedule an appointment at the Red Cross table on the main concourse.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region serves 11 counties and needs to collect about 300 units of blood every day to meet patient need in 23 hospitals.

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

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Donate blood at the ballpark Wednesday for Spikes tix

The State College Spikes and the American Red Cross are teaming up for a Blood Drive in Suite 519 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, and we need your help, Spikes fans!

In addition to helping our neighbors by increasing regional blood supplies, any presenting donor that comes to the ballpark on Wednesday will receive two (2) Bullpen Box tickets for a Spikes home game of their choice this summer.

Walk-ins are welcome, but fans can also make an appointment with the Red Cross at RedCrossBlood.com.

The American Red Cross urges those who have never given blood before – as well as those who haven’t given recently – to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now and help sustain a sufficient community blood supply this summer.

While the need for blood is constant during the summer months, the Red Cross experiences a drastic decline in new donors. Nationwide, about one-third fewer new donors came out to give last summer than during the rest of the year. Additionally, many schools where blood drives are held – and where new donors give – are not in session, and current donors often delay giving due to summer vacation plans.

While about 38 percent of the population is eligible to give blood, less than 10 percent of those eligible actually do. The blood donation process takes about an hour with the actual donation only taking about 10 minutes.

So be sure to join us Wednesday between 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. here at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park as the Spikes and the American Red Cross team up for Blood Drive at the ballpark!

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

P-Nats Announce Teacher & Professor Appreciation Summer Ticket Offer Plus New Prince William County Public School Teacher Free Ticket Program

Woodbridge, VA—The Potomac Nationals are excited to announce a special ticket offer for all teachers and college/university professors in the Northern Virginia area and elsewhere.

The P-Nats will offer discounted tickets to all teachers and professors for all Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday games at Pfitzner Stadium for the remainder of the 40th campaign of Potomac Baseball in 2017.

For the rest of the summer, teachers, professors, and other specialized school educators can purchase grandstand tickets for $6 and reserved tickets for $7 with proof of teacher/professor school identification card.

This special ticket rate is applicable only for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday games.

Teachers and professors may purchase up to four (4) tickets at the discounted price for any one game, Wednesday through Friday.

All discounted tickets must be purchased at the P-Nats’ Extreme Custom Collision Ticket Office. Tickets can be purchased at Pfitzner Stadium in advance of a gameday or on the day of the game, itself.

In addition, all incoming Prince William County Public School teachers will receive a complimentary family four-pack of undated grandstand ticket vouchers to a 2017 Potomac Nationals game of their choice (excluding the P-Nats’ Fourth of July game).

Regarding the P-Nats’ teacher and professor appreciation summer ticket offer and the new Prince William County Public School teacher free ticket program, Potomac Nationals General Manager of Sales, Bryan Holland said, “Our nation’s educators deserve to be treated with the utmost respect for their invaluable work in fostering the development of America’s future. On behalf of the Potomac Nationals, it is our honor to extend this teacher and professor appreciation ticket discount initiative, and to provide free tickets to new Prince William County Public School teachers all summer long.”

Tonight will mark the first P-Nats game in which teachers and professors can receive their summer ticket discount as the Nationals host the Lynchburg Hillcats (Cleveland Indians) at 7:05pm at The Pfitz. Gates to the Home of the P-Nats open at 6:00pm.

The Potomac Nationals of the Carolina League play at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge, Virginia, and are the Carolina League affiliate of the Washington Nationals. The Potomac Nationals have claimed five Carolina League Championship titles (1982, 1989, 2008, 2010, and 2014) and nine CL Northern Division Championships. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2017 season and beyond are available, as well as corporate outings for the 2017 season to watch the future stars of the Washington Nationals at The Pfitz. For more information on Potomac Nationals 2017 season tickets, mini plans, group outings, and picnic packages, visit the P-Nats online at www.potomacnationals.com or call the Potomac Nationals Ticket office at 703-590-2311.

— Potomac Nationals —

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Drive and Blood Connection Team Up on Friday

The Greenville Drive and The Blood Connection are teaming up to host a blood drive at Fluor Field on Friday, June 9th between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The Blood Connection buses will be set up at the Main Street gate.

Those who donate will receive complimentary rewards, including a Drive/Blood Connection t-shirt, a pair of vouchers good for any Sunday-Thursday Drive home game in 2017, and a hot dog plate with chips and a drink.

Every time you donate blood, you could save up to three lives, so come on out to Fluor Field on June 9th to support The Blood Connection.

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

MVP Program Rewards STEM Achievements of Local Students

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Dodgers and Devon Energy partnered this past school year to create a free program for area elementary students to recognize and reward their achievements in science and math. Approximately 1,000 third- and fourth-grade students in Oklahoma City Public Schools were impacted by the first-year OKC Dodgers MVP Program presented by Devon Energy.

“Devon Energy is committed to helping communities inspire young people to pursue an interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects by working with schools and community organizations to enhance access to STEM education,” said Christina Rehkop, supervisor of community affairs for Devon Energy. “Partnering with the OKC Dodgers for the MVP Program provided an ideal opportunity to further this goal.”

The MVP Program encourages area students and their teachers to participate in STEM curriculum. Top-performing MVP students in participating classrooms received tickets to an OKC Dodgers game and a commemorative MVP baseball hat.

The first year of the program culminates Saturday with MVP Field Day at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark – an event for MVP students and teachers, as well as their families. STEM activities will be available throughout MVP Field Day, presented by Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma, iFly OKC, Devon Energy, Science Museum Oklahoma and the OKC Dodgers. OKC Dodgers players will also participate in the event, helping with hitting and throwing instruction, as well as signing autographs.

“We received an incredible response from Oklahoma City third- and fourth-grade teachers and their students during the first year of the OKC Dodgers MVP Program presented by Devon Energy,” said OKC Dodgers President/General Manager Michael Byrnes. “We are proud to have the chance to reward these students and teachers for their hard work throughout the school year and encourage future participation in STEM education throughout the Oklahoma City community.”

The OKC Dodgers MVP Program presented by Devon Energy will resume in August for the 2017-18 school year. Teachers seeking additional information about the OKC Dodgers MVP Program and how to participate in the second year of the program may contact Katy White at katy.white@okcdodgers.com or (405) 218-2105.

The OKC Dodgers open a four-game series tonight against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox at 7:05 p.m. at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark on a $2 Thursday that features $2 soda, bottled water and beer from a line of Pepsi and Budweiser products.

Friday is Hometown Heroes Military Celebration Night and special festivities will be held throughout the evening, culminating with postgame fireworks presented by LifeShare. A variety of armored vehicles will be on display on the ballpark’s plazas starting at 5 p.m. and first pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

Saturday’s 7:05 p.m. game against the Sky Sox falls on Marvel Super Hero Night and fans can meet Spider-Man and Captain America throughout the evening. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the first 500 fans age 12 and under will receive a free Dodgers cape.

Sunday’s game starts at 2:05 p.m. on Faith Night and a Chaparral Energy Family Sunday. Each Sunday home game offers family friendly activities throughout the afternoon, including pregame player autographs and kids can run the bases after the game. A special $15 ticket will provide admission to a postgame concert by Sanctus Real.

Tickets are available through the OKC Dodgers ticket office located on South Mickey Mantle Drive, by phone at (405) 218-1000, or by visiting okcdodgers.com.

Dragons MVP Field Day on Saturday

The Dragons MVP Program presented by Bob Evans provides thousands of area fourth and fifth grade students with “MVP Field Day” at Fifth Third Field this Saturday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The students from Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery, and Warren Counties were all recognized by their teachers through the “Dragons MVP Program” as having done something extraordinary inside or outside of the classroom this school year.

The Dragons MVP Program provides students, who are recognized by their teachers, with a unique opportunity to attend this special event where they will have a chance to meet the 2017 Dayton Dragons and enjoy a day of fun activities at Fifth Third Field. Among the activities scheduled are inflatable games, carnival games, mascots, a special treat from Bob Evans, a free team poster, “baseball skills” stations with the Dragons players, and an autograph session.

FACTS ABOUT THE MVP PROGRAM

This is the 12th season for the Dragons MVP Program. More than 1,120 classrooms and 34,000 students participated during the 2017 season.

Each teacher selected five Dragons MVPs for their classroom, resulting in more than 6,000 students being recognized for their achievements in and out of the classroom.

The children selected as Dragons MVPs received a customized certificate and complimentary tickets to enjoy a Dragons game at Fifth Third Field with their families. At the game, they received a specially designed Dragons MVP ball cap. MVPs also received tickets to the “MVP Field Day” to be held at the stadium on June 3.

The Dragons MVP program presented by Bob Evans is also made possible courtesy of Sinclair College, WDTN-TV and Dayton’s CW Television.

More Information:  The Dayton Dragons are the Midwest League affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds and play a 70-game home schedule at beautiful Fifth Third Field in downtown Dayton, easily accessible from Interstate 75. Individuals and groups seeking information about Dayton Dragons group tickets, lawn tickets, the season ticket wait list, sponsorship opportunities or booking a Dragons speaker are encouraged to contact the Dragons by calling at (937) 228-2287, emailing at dragons@daytondragons.com, or on the web at daytondragons.com.­

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

Mudcats to offer free admission to military personnel on Memorial Day

ZEBULON, N.C. – The Carolina Mudcats, the Class-A Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, are excited to announce that admission for all active and retired military personnel will be free for Monday’s Memorial Day game between the Mudcats and Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Five County Stadium.

The Mudcats will also offer $5.00 tickets to the families of active and retired military personnel for Monday’s 2:00 p.m. matinée day game in Zebulon. A valid military ID will be required to receive the special offer.

Interested military personnel looking to take advantage of the free ticket offer should call (919) 269-CATS (2287) or visit the Five County Stadium Box Office for further details.

The Mudcats players and staff will wear patriotic themed game jerseys during Monday’s Memorial Day game. The game worn jerseys will later be auctioned off online at auctions.carolinamudcats.com with the net proceeds benefiting Hire Heroes USA.

Monday’s game will be the final game of Carolina’s four game home stand and the series finale between the Mudcats (Brewers) and visiting Pelicans (Chicago Cubs).

The Carolina Mudcats are the proud new Carolina League, Class-A Advanced affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. First established in 1991, the two-time Southern League Champion Mudcats are in their 27th consecutive season of baseball at Five County Stadium in Zebulon, N.C.

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Potomac Nationals to Host Annual Military Appreciation Night at Pfitzner Stadium on Saturday, June 3rd

Military Appreciation Night with the P-Nats at The Pfitz is also sponsored by: First Command Financial Services, Little Caesars, and Honor Brewing Company.

The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a military-themed camo t-shirt giveaway presented by: Little Caesars, the Official Pizza Partner of the Potomac Nationals.

Post-game fireworks will be sponsored by: WTOP followed by Kids Run the Bases presented by: Glory Days Grill.

On Military Appreciation Night, apparatus from various military installations will be located outside the gates of Pfitzner Stadium for fans to explore.

The evening of recognizing and thanking all active and retired United States military members will get underway with a special pre-game ceremony which includes a guest speaker coordinated by First Command Financial Services to pay tribute to military personnel on hand.

In addition to an honorary color guard organized by Reality Realty and a sprawling big American Flag presentation from CAMMO (Center for American Military Music Opportunities) Kids, there will be a special rendition of the National Anthem from a Reality Realty partner to show appreciation for the service men and women in the Northern Virginia region.

The P-Nats will wear custom commemorative Military Appreciation jerseys, presented by Reality Realty, which will be auctioned off on Sunday, August 27th during P-Nats Fan Appreciation Day after being autographed by the team. All proceeds from the auction on 8/27 will benefit Reality Realty’s non-profit organizations of choice, theHeroes Alliance Network and The American Veterans Ball. The P-Nats’ special camo jerseys feature a logo that combined the logos of the Heroes Alliance Network and The American Veterans Ball.

Complimentary tickets for active and retired military members and their families will be available in advance of Military Appreciation Night at The Pfitz but the tickets must be secured before the evening of Military Appreciation Night with the P-Nats.

For free tickets in advance of Military Appreciation Night, active and retired military members are encouraged to contact Potomac Nationals Group Sales Executive, Alec Manriquez by calling 703-590-2311 ext. 221 or by emailing amanriquez@potomacnationals.com.

Additionally, the P-Nats offer military ticket discounts to active and retired military members for every home game at Pfitzner Stadium this season including Military Appreciation Night.

The night’s festivities will officially begin with an Armed Forces Softball game played on the diamond at Pfitzner Stadium.

The exhibition will feature active members of the Army and Navy as they duel to settle the age-old rivalry of which branch is mightier. However, the game will not only be played for bragging rights, but also to help raise funds and awareness for the Lorton Community Action Center.

Any patron with a ticket to the P-Nats’ Military Appreciation Game on 6/3 may enter The Pfitz to watch the Armed Forces Softball Game for free. The Army vs. Navy softball standoff will begin at 3:00pm.

If any fan on hand for the Armed Forces Softball Game wants to receive the Military Appreciation Night giveaway, they must return to the main entrance for the scheduled gate time of 5:00pm.

A 50/50 raffle will benefit the Lorton Community Action Center during the game.

“P-Nats Military Appreciation Night 2017 will be the most sprawling evening of honoring the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces our franchise has ever hosted thanks to the amazing support from our corporate partners and the military members themselves who will be on hand as our guests,” said Potomac Nationals General Manager of Sales, Bryan Holland.

“In such a military-rich community and region as a whole, this is truly a night to look forward to as the Potomac Nationals will pay tribute to the dedicated people who make invaluable sacrifices to allow every American to have the freedoms we enjoy on a daily basis.”

“On behalf of the entire Potomac Nationals’ organization, we look forward to personally thanking these courageous souls for the commitment they have made and continue to make towards keeping our nation a safe and free place to prosper as Americans,” said Holland.

The P-Nats encourage all active and retired military members to attend Military Appreciation Night, and acknowledge that Military Appreciation Night would not be possible without the unbelievable support from the club’s corporate partners including title sponsor of Military Appreciation Night with the P-Nats, Reality Realty.

“It’s Reality Realty’s fourth year partnering with the P-Nats to honor our local military heroes. This year we are raising funds for H.O.M.E., an organization embarking on a mission to support veteran children’s attendance at Camp Connected Youth Leadership Camp and the Heroes Alliance Foundation which supports local community heroes,” says Reality Realty Professionals Owner and former Marine, Samuel Cachola.

“We’re excited beyond words to be supporting local organizations making a difference in our veterans’ lives as well as their families. Making a difference in the lives of those who serve us daily is what we are all about at Reality Realty,” said Cachola.

Head to www.iwannagohome.org for more information on H.O.M.E.

Long-term supporter of the Potomac Nationals, Honor Brewing Company shares the P-Nats’ passion for honoring our local military heroes.

“Our goals at Honor are very simple. We honor those who serve our country while giving back. It’s not always about money, it’s about giving of oneself and understanding these men, women, and their families have volunteered to serve our country,” said Honor Brewing Company Partner, David Keuhner.

“My family and my business partners’ families have served over 100 years of service to our country and now it’s time to do more. We look at craft beer as a way to raise a glass in their honor while celebrating their commitment, loyalty and courage for serving country. It’s our way of saying Thank You and Never Forgetting.”

“We are proud to partner with the Potomac Nationals on their annual Military Appreciation Night as a means to give back to our region’s heroes,” said Keuhner.

For more information about advance complimentary tickets for Military Appreciation Night, please contact Manriquez or P-Nats Group Sales Executive, Taylor Cockerille, by e-mail at tcockerille@potomacnationals.com, or by phone at 703-590-2311 ext. 313.

About Reality Realty Professionals
Reality Realty agents strive to weave the standard real-estate knowledge expected by our client’s into their wants/needs, lives, goals, and overall well-being. The application of this principle ensures the full integration of clients into the process, while remaining rooted in our clients’ life goals. Visit Reality Realty Professionals at www.realityrealtypros.com.

About First Command Financial Services
First Command’s mission, coaching those who serve in their pursuit of financial security, hasn’t really changed since the inception of the company that would become First Command back in 1958. The focus continues to be on building trusting Client-Advisor relationships by meeting face-to-face with service members, federal employees, and their families to learn what important to them, helping them establish meaningful and specific goals that reflect their values, and then constructing comprehensive financial plans for protecting their loved ones and pursuing their goals.

About Little Caesars
Little Caesars is the Official Pizza Partner of the Potomac Nationals. With locations in Woodbridge, Dale City, and Manassas, Little Caesar’s offers $5 Hot-n-Ready pizzas, a Deep, Deep Dish Pizza, Italian Cheese Bread, Crazy Bread, and a $5 lunch combo. Little Caesars uses freshly-shredded cheese, farm-fresh tomato sauce, and made-from-scratch dough. P-Nats fans can redeem their P-Nats ticket stub for a free order of Crazy Bread at any location in Prince William County. Visit them online at www.littlecaesars.com.

About Honor Brewing Company
Yes, we are brewers. And absolutely we are patriots. But before that, we are veterans, and family members of service members who paid that ultimate price. Honor Brewing Company brings all those aspects together, adding endless respect and remembrance to the simple enjoyment of fine beer.

A GLASS RAISED OF HONOR IS ALWAYS A GLASS RAISED IN HONOR.

Our mission is straightforward: Brew great beer. Honor American heroes.

About Heroes Alliance
The Heroes Alliance was founded in Tampa in 2005 and has expanded throughout the United States. Our non-profit team of costumed volunteers are ready to make appearances at community and children-oriented charity events, from helping local law enforcement with community functions to visiting sick children in the hospital to brighten their spirits. Whatever it may be, the Heroes Alliance is here to help with a unique role among charity groups in bringing a “real-life” superhero experience to children and families. Visit them online at www.heroesalliance.org.

About The American Veterans Ball
The Salute to The American Veterans Ball was created to provide “all” Veterans of “all” the Armed forces an opportunity to participate in an annual service ball similar to our active components. The most common denominator that we’d discovered was that once veterans transitioned out of their respective service components, there were often times an immediate disconnection came about with such a traditional and customary event of shared comradeship. Despite this disconnection, they still live out the values and way of life instilled in them as patriotic veterans. An evening to reignite, connect with, and to celebrate our patriotism with our fellow brothers and sisters through thus unique event helps for years to come. Please join us in celebration in Saluting our past, present, and future Veterans. Learn more online at www.americanveteransball.org.

The Potomac Nationals of the Carolina League play at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge, Virginia, and are the Carolina League affiliate of the Washington Nationals. The Potomac Nationals have claimed five Carolina League Championship titles (1982, 1989, 2008, 2010, and 2014) and nine CL Northern Division Championships. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2017 season and beyond are available, as well as corporate outings for the 2017 season to watch the future stars of the Washington Nationals at The Pfitz. For more information on Potomac Nationals 2017 season tickets, mini plans, group outings, and picnic packages, visit the P-Nats online at www.potomacnationals.com or call the Potomac Nationals Ticket office at 703-590-2311.

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AquaSox Reading Program Receives Honor

Everett, WA – The Everett AquaSox received the 2016-2017 Spirit of the Community Award from the Everett PTSA Council during their 2016-2017 Awards Recognition Banquet at Everett Community College on May 25, 2017. The AquaSox were recognized for their contributions to the students in the Everett School District. Kellie Howard, Community Relations & Merchandise Manager was on hand to accept the award for the organization from Everett PTSA Council President, Angela Steck and Program Chair, Denise Constantineau. “During my two years with the AquaSox I have had the privilege to kick off our Hit a Home Run in Reading Program and truly see the kids’ eyes light up when they find out they can see an AquaSox game and Webbly all by reading books!” Kellie shared.

Hit a Home Run in Reading Program presented by SoundTransit is a 4-week program that starts in the Spring months and in 2016 over 60 elementary schools and over 27,000 students in Snohomish County participated in this free program. The program kicks off at each school with a special appearance by Webbly and celebrates the reading program awards. In 2017 prizes included a student designed bookmark featuring artwork from four different students, free admission to the Woodland Park Zoo, a personal Alfy’s Pizza, discounted Port of Subs kid’s meal and a ticket to an AquaSox game with their school. Schools are invited to attend select games during our Opening Week where they are recognized during a pre-game on-field parade.

Since 2009 over 200,000 students have participated in the ‘Hit a Home Run Reading’ program. General Manager, Danny Tetzlaff said “We are very honored to have our ‘Hit A Home Run Reading’ program recognized. Using AquaSox baseball to encourage student to read is a real homerun!” The first ‘Hit a Home Run Reading’ program Night is Opening Night June 15 against the Hillsboro Hops.

Group tickets, family outings and ticket packages are currently available and selling fast for all games for the 2017 season. To purchase your tickets for Opening Night our office at (425) 258-3673 or visit AquaSox.com for more information.

TinCaps Continue Tradition with Military Appreciation Night

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne TinCaps once again have partnered with the OmniSource Corporation and Steel Dynamics Inc. to welcome military personnel to Parkview Field for Military Appreciation Night on Tuesday, June 27, when the team hosts the South Bend Cubs (Chicago Cubs) at 7:05 p.m.

Complimentary tickets are currently available for military families-both active and veteran-to enjoy the game on June 27, thanks to the generosity of the OmniSource Corporation and Steel Dynamics Inc., and caring individual donors.

 

“It’s an honor to provide military families the appreciation they deserve on this special night,” said TinCaps President, Mike Nutter. “This gives us an opportunity to give back to the men and women, and their loved ones, who’ve done so much for this country. We’re proud to have partners in the OmniSource Corporation and Steel Dynamics Inc. to help us host this night.”

 

“The men and women of our OmniSource and SDI family are proud and honored to be a part of this celebration for our courageous United States military heroes,” said Russ Rinn, President & COO of the OmniSource Corporation. “We all know that because of them, we live in freedom.”

 

The TinCaps also have continued their partnerships with multiple military organizations offering military personnel in attendance the chance to visit kiosks highlighting many of the support organizations and offerings available to military-active and veteran-in the area.

 

For this game, TinCaps players will be wearing red, white, and blue jerseys designed by Rebekah Frey, a student at the University of St. Francis. The TinCaps also will wear these jerseys on the Fourth of July. On Independence Day, the jerseys will be auctioned off on TinCapsJersey.com, with proceeds being donated to Honor Flight Northeast Indiana.

 

Military personnel and their family who are eligible to request tickets to Military Appreciation Night can visit TinCapsMilitary.com for more information. Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Those with questions can contact Aron Brecht of the TinCaps at 260-407-2809 or Brecht@TinCaps.com.

 

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SMOKIES WILL HOST TENTH ANNUAL SALUTE TO HEROES NIGHT

SEVIERVILLE – The Tennessee Smokies will host their tenth annual Salute to Heroes Night presented by the Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union on Saturday, May 27. The game is set for a 7:00 p.m. first pitch, with gates opening at 5:30 p.m.

Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and a special pre-game tribute honoring the brave men and women of our armed forces will begin at 6 p.m. The pre-game ceremony will consist of highlighting Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for the purpose of raising awareness and directing attention to local resources, a flyover, live rendition of the service branch medley, three-volley salute, enlistment oath ceremony, and much more.

Free tickets will be provided to all past and present military members, courtesy of LaborExchange and Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. Each veteran, active duty service member, or reserve or guard member will be able to receive up to four free tickets, and additional tickets may be purchased at a discounted rate. Military members will need to provide a form of military identification (DD214, military ID, veteran ID, etc.) in order to receive their free tickets for Saturday’s game at the designated military ticket table in front of the will call booth outside of the stadium.

“I don’t think we could ever say thank you enough to those who protect our country,” stated Smokies President and COO Chris Allen. “This night allows us to show recognition to all of our military heroes as well as local heroes around our community. This is a special night, and we look forward to this every year as we will say thank you to all of our veterans, and raise awareness for PTSD throughout the night.”

Military themed jerseys will be worn by the team for Salute To Heroes Night, as they will be auctioned off throughout the game benefiting Remote Area Medical. The jersey auction will be available for bidding beginning on Thursday, May 25 at 10:00 a.m. through Saturday, May 27 at 8:30 p.m. Fans can place their bid on the special jerseys by using the following link: http://smokies.milbauctions.com/gallery.cfm

Limited edition “Honor Those Who Serve” T-shirts will be for sale in the GoTeez Locker Room with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1078’s efforts related to PTSD awareness and support.

The Smokies will be sporting batting helmets that will honor the memories of former local soldiers who took their own lives due to severe PTSD symptoms resulting from their time in the military. These soldiers will be commemorated with initials on the backs of the Smokies’ helmets.

A patriotic themed fireworks show will light up the sky following the game. The fireworks display is a part of the Summer Fireworks Series, presented by Coors Light and Pepsi which will feature post-game fireworks following every Friday and Saturday game through July 29.

The Smokies return home to Smokies Stadium on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 against the Biloxi Shuckers. The full schedule for this season and information regarding single-game tickets, season tickets, and mini plans can be found online at smokiesbaseball.com, or by calling the Smokies Ticket Office at 865-286-2300.

ABOUT THE TENNESSEE SMOKIES
The Tennessee Smokies are the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Members of the ten-team Southern League, Smokies baseball has been entertaining families and fans of America’s national pastime in the East Tennessee region for over 100 years. To learn more about the Tennessee Smokies, visit www.smokiesbaseball.com

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