Mariners to face Mooresville All Americans in Father's Day exhibition
June 11, 2012 - Appalachian League (ApL)
Pulaski Mariners News Release
PULASKI, VA - In preparing for their 2012 season, the Pulaski Mariners are slated to take on the Mooresville All Americans in a seven inning Sunday afternoon exhibition game at historic Calfee Park. First pitch is at 4:00 p.m. and in recognition of Father's Day, all fathers will get into the ballpark for free.
All other fans can enjoy open seating inside Calfee Park for an admission of $2.00, while regular season box suite holders will be entitled to their designated suite. All proceeds from admission will be donated to the Second Chance Learning Center, a non-profit foundation co-founded by former Major League standout relief pitcher Billy Wagner.
"We're excited to have the All Americans up in Pulaski for Father's Day," said GM Abby Lyman. "This will be a perfect opportunity for Mariner fans to preview our new players and raise money for a great cause."
The All Americans, a summer collegiate baseball team, belong to the Carolina-Virginia Collegiate League. This is first time that the team will square off against the Mariners. Gates into the ballpark on Sunday will open at 3:00 p.m.
Mariner's regular season baseball will kick off on Tuesday, June 19th, at 7:00 p.m. against the Burlington Royals. The Calfee Park gates will open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling the ballpark at 540-980-1070.
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