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June 21, 2012 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
State College Spikes News Release


(STATE COLLEGE, PA) - The State College Spikes' Opening Week continues at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park this Friday, Saturday and Sunday with an array of exciting activities at the ballpark. The Spikes will take on the Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Cleveland Indians) during each of the weekend's three games.

The jam-packed schedule begins on Friday with Make-A-Wish Night, presented by AccuWeather.com, during the Spikes' 7:05 p.m. matchup against Mahoning Valley. The Spikes help fulfill the wishes of several Make-A-Wish families and recognize those who have contributed so much to making their dreams come true through Make-A-Wish of Greater PA and Southern WV.

The Spikes will also use special blue bats during the game, and those bats will be auctioned off on the concourse in a special Game-Used Bat Auction to benefit Make-A-Wish. Plus, WWE legend Jimmy Hart will be on hand for a one-hour public autograph session from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and will throw out a ceremonial first pitch before the game. Proceeds raised during the night will help fulfill the fondest wishes of Centre County area children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Saturday, the Spikes and Scrappers meet for a 7:05 p.m. game, and fans will sure enjoy the antics of Team GhostRiders as the Cowboy Monkey Rodeo makes its return to Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, presented by Metzger Animal Hospital. The tandems of monkeys and dogs will perform between-inning skits during the game, and fans can get an up-close look at the performers after the game.

Sunday, the Opening Week schedule concludes as the Spikes finish their series with the Scrappers in a 6:05 p.m. contest. The skies over Happy Valley will light up with a Disney-Themed post-game FIREWORKS display on the inaugural Family Fireworks Funday, presented by First National Bank.

Fans can also participate a pre-game catch on the field from 5-5:30 p.m. and meet the 2012 Spikes during the "Meet the Team" Autograph Session on the concourse beginning at 5 p.m. Season ticket holders will have early access to both activities starting at 4:45 p.m.

Fans can also celebrate the life and times of Justin Bieber this Sunday on Bieber Fever Night on Sunday. The Spikes will pay homage to the on-going Justin Bieber craze with music, dancing and video highlights.

Throughout the weekend, kids can also run the bases after each game thanks to Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc.

A complete list of this weekend's activities is below.

Friday, June 22 - vs. Mahoning Valley, 7:05 p.m.

- 4 for $44 Friday presented by MAJIC 99

- Make-A-Wish Night presented by AccuWeather.com - for every ticket purchased using the promo code WISH, $1 will be donated to Make-A-Wish

- Game-Used Bat Auction presented by AccuWeather.com to benefit Make-A-Wish

- Jimmy Hart Appearance, Autograph Session (5:30-6:30 p.m.) and Ceremonial First Pitch

- Post-Game Kids Run the Bases, presented by Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc.

- Bieber Fever Night

Saturday, June 23 - vs. Mahoning Valley, 7:05 p.m.

- Scratch n' Win Saturday

- Cowboy Monkey Rodeo Appearance presented by Metzger Animal Hospital

- Post-Game Kids Run the Bases, presented by Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc.

- Spikes Student All-Stars Night

Sunday, June 24 - vs. Mahoning Valley, 6:05 p.m.

- Family Fireworks Funday presented by First National Bank

- Post-Game Disney-Themed FIREWORKS presented by First National Bank

- Pre-Game Meet the Team Autograph Session (starts at 4:45 p.m.)

- Pre-Game Catch on the Field (4:50-5:30 p.m.)

- Post-Game Kids Run the Bases, presented by Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc.

- First National Bank Ticket Discount Night - Receive $3 off any ticket in the park with your First National Bank credit or debit card (excludes picnic pavilion & suites).

Single-game tickets for each game of Opening Week, as well as every Spikes regular season home game, are currently on sale through the Spikes Box Office by calling (814) 272-1711 or by visiting in person weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fans can also buy and print single-game tickets at www.statecollegespikes.com.

To learn more about Spikes tickets, including an array of group and other hospitality options, promotions, game schedules and other team news and information, visit StateCollegeSpikes.com.

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