AtL Lancaster Stormers

Clipper Magazine Stadium to Host 2nd Annual LeSean McCoy Celebrity Softball Game

Published on March 20, 2013 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Lancaster Stormers News Release


LANCASTER, PA - Philadelphia Eagles superstar, LeSean McCoy, is returning to Lancaster, PA and Clipper Magazine Stadium to host the 2nd Annual LeSean McCoy Celebrity Softball Game on Saturday, June 22, 2013.

Over 7,000 fans enjoyed last year's inaugural softball game as NFL stars including DeSean Jackson, Michael Vick, Torrey Smith, Brian Westbrook, Hugh Douglas, Jeremy Maclin, and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie displayed their athletic prowess for the avid sports fans of Central Pennsylvania. McCoy has compiled an even more extensive invitation list of NFL players for this June's game.

"Our first Celebrity Softball Game was fantastic," McCoy said, "The players, fans and families, had an amazing time. I am so proud of what we accomplished. We raised significant money for ALS and supported programs for the disadvantaged youth of Central PA. I am inviting all my friends and teammates to come back to Lancaster for the second annual LeSean McCoy Celebrity Softball Game on Saturday, June 22nd - AND, this year - I plan to win the Home Run Derby!"

Gates will open at Clipper Magazine Stadium on June 22nd at 5:00 p.m. A home run derby will be held at 6:00 p.m. followed by the celebrity softball game beginning at 7:00 p.m. Other new and exciting elements are being developed for the evening and will be announced at a future date.

Tickets for the LeSean McCoy Celebrity Softball Game will go on sale Wednesday, April 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Dugout box seats will be available for $40, field box seats will be $20 and lawn seats will be $10. To purchase tickets for this very special event, go to www.lancasterbarnstormers.com, call 717-509-4487, or stop by the Lancaster Barnstormers box office, Monday thru Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

"The Lancaster Barnstormers' organization is thrilled to welcome LeSean and his NFL colleagues back to beautiful Clipper Magazine Stadium," said Anthony DeMarco, vice-president of fan experience. "LeSean's game speaks to the heart of our goals - bringing Central Pennsylvania's sports fans together to enjoy spectacular family entertainment while simultaneously raising funds and awareness for important causes."

"With the monies raised through the LeSean McCoy Celebrity Softball Game, the LeSean McCoy Foundation has been able to help a number of organizations, all in support of our mission as a foundation," said LeSean McCoy Foundation officials.

With the funds raised at last year's game, The LeSean McCoy Foundation was able to, among other things:

- Provide Christmas toys to the Boys and Girls Club and the Salvation Army

- Donate sporting equipment to the Police Athletic League

- Provide to families affected by ALS a football outing and winter vacation

- Provide winter coats and backpacks stocked with school supplies to disadvantaged youth in Central PA

- Provide winter jackets to a women's and children's shelter in Philadelphia

The LeSean McCoy Foundation, a charitable, tax-exempt, 501(c) (3) organization, is dedicated to promoting the empowerment of people in the communities of Pennsylvania, protecting its environments, respecting cultural diversity, and raising funds for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ("ALS"). This volunteer organization is established to assist communities at-risk and to bring an awareness of the deadly neurodegenerative disease ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease).

The Lancaster Barnstormers are entering their ninth season as a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. Home games are played at Clipper Magazine Stadium in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Please call 717.509.HITS (4487) or visit LancasterBarnstormers.com for more information.

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