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BlueClaws to Host Phanatic, Troop Supply Drive June 23rd

Published on June 13, 2011 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Jersey Shore BlueClaws News Release


LAKEWOOD, NJ - The BlueClaws will host their annual Troop Supply Drive on Military Appreciation Night at their June 23rd game (7:05), a night that also features an appearance by the Phillie Phanatic, thanks to OceanFirst Bank, and the chance for fans to take their picture with the Phillies 1980 World Series Trophy.

Boxes will be set up for the Troop Supply Drive in the front of the ballpark and fans are encouraged to donate razors, snacks, baby wipes, shampoo, soap, non-chocolate candies and sweets, sun block with SPF 40+, lip balm, writing utensils, silly string, deodorant, tissues, q-tips, white socks, batteries, insect repellent, and flashlights.

This supply drive is in conjunction with the Monmouth-Ocean Central Labor Council Military Committee, Monmouth-Ocean Building Trade Council, National Guard, Toms River Armory, A.R.M.S, Troop Clothing Drive, and IBEW Local 400 Military Committee.

"Military Appreciation Night here in Lakewood has been a great event these last seven years," said Pat O'Keefe of the IBEW Local 400 Military Committee. "It's great to see the local community come out and support the event and our Troops overseas."

The BlueClaws will also be collecting, as always, gently used cell phones at the NJR Information Booth to benefit Cell Phones for Soldiers.

There will also be a Black Hawk helicopter provided by the New Jersey Army National Guard. Fans are encouraged to go inside the helicopter and take pictures from 5 pm until the 7th inning stretch.

BlueClaws players and coaches will also be wearing camouflage jerseys for their annual Military Appreciation Night.

In addition, the Phillie Phanatic will be making his first of two visits, thanks to OceanFirst Bank. The popular Phillies mascot will be entertaining fans throughout the game like only he can. He has been the Phillies mascot since 1978 and has been at FirstEnergy Park since the BlueClaws began play in 2001.

Now the dean of all professional sports mascots, the Phanatic has entertained millions of fans all over the world. He has traveled to Japan, Australia, Mexico, Canada, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico and made numerous national television appearances appearances on shows like the "Today Show" and "Good Morning America." He has also starred in commercials on ESPN and the Fox Network.

The World Series Trophy, also known as the Commissioner's Trophy, was presented to the Phillies after winning the 2008 World Series, their first title since 1980. The trophy, which is made of sterling silver and is 24-inches tall, has 30-gold plated flags representing all Major League organizations. Fans will be able to take pictures, but the BlueClaws ask that fans bring their own cameras.

Finally, the night is a Thirsty Thursday, with $1 beer and soda plus 50-cent wings in the Coors Light WRAT Trap.

To order tickets to this or any BlueClaws game, call 732-901-7000 option 2 .

The BlueClaws have been the leading destination for affordable family fun at the Jersey Shore since their 2001 inception. They have led the South Atlantic League and New Jersey in attendance in each year of existence.

Ticket and event information can be found on the team's official website, BlueClaws.com, or by calling 732-901-7000.

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