Blowfish Announce July's Community Organizations of the Night
June 30, 2014 - Coastal Plain League (Coastal Plain)
Lexington County Blowfish News Release
Columbia, SC (June 30, 2014) - The Blowfish have announced July's Community Organizations of the Night beginning on Tuesday, July 8 at Capital City Stadium. Each month of the season, the Blowfish recognize different Non Profits who consistently give to the community.
"Givingback to our community has always been, and will always be an important part of what we do here at the ballpark," Blowfish General Manager, Kelly Evans, said. "This program is our way of honoring these organizations for the wonderful, work they do in the Midlands."
Featured Organizations:
July 8 - Cooperative Ministries
July 9 - Alzheimer's Association of SC
July 10 - Homework's of America
July 12 - Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
July 18 - Able South Carolina
July 20 - St. Lawrence Place
July 22 - Alston Wilkes South
July 23 - Eau Claire Cooperative Health Centers
July 25 - Richland Library Friends
July 28 - Sexual Trauma Services
July 31 - Free Medical Clinic/ Dickerson Center for Children
These selected "Organizations of the Night" received complimentary tickets for their staff and volunteers and will be showcased throughout the night of the game..The Non Profit can set up a booth on the concourse, where they can greet fans and educate them on the work they do in the Midlands. Before the game a representative of community organization will be interviewed on the public address system, and also throw out the first pitch. During the game, the representative will be a guest on the CPL Webpass broadcast for a half-inning. The organizations also have an opportunity to raise much needed funds by sellling tickets as a fundraiser.
The Blowfish are in their 8th season in the Coastal Plain League and play their games at Historic Capital City Stadium. Tickets start at just $6 for adult and $5.00 for kids, seniors and military with an id. For more information call 803-254-FISH or log onto: www.blowfishbaseball.com
The Coastal Plain League is the nation's hottest summer collegiate baseball league. Celebrating its 18th season in 2014, the CPL proudly features 14 teams playing in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The CPL gives college players a chance to refine their skills with the use of wooden bats. Players are housed with local host families for the summer and past experiences have been very positive for both players and hosts. Furthermore, the CPL has had over 1,100 alumni drafted and 65 alums - including 2011AL MVP and CY Young winner Justin Verlander - make their Major League debut thus far.
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