Ollie's Bargain Outlet Named Presenting Sponsor of 2010 EL All-Star Game
Published on June 22, 2010 under Eastern League (EL1)
Harrisburg Senators News Release
Harrisburg, PA - Baseball fans, get ready for a one-of-a-kind day out at the ball park! On Wednesday, July 14, the Harrisburg Senators and presenting sponsor Ollie's Bargain Outlet will welcome fans to the 2010 Eastern League All-Star Game at Metro Bank Park, home of the Harrisburg Senators. This marks the first time since 1988 that the Senators are hosting the game. The game will begin at 7:05 p.m., but a variety of activities leading up to the game will kick off at 1 p.m.
"The Eastern League All-Star Games are always exciting, but even more so for us when it's played on our home diamond," said Kevin Kulp, president of the Harrisburg Senators. "We are eager to welcome some of the best players from each club in the league to the all new Metro Bank Park with the help of our presenting sponsor, Ollie's Bargain Outlet. Ollie's Bargain Outlet is a longtime supporter of the Harrisburg Senators and we're glad they're taking part in this great event with us."
As presenting sponsor, Harrisburg-based Ollie's Bargain Outlet will help host a variety of activities for baseball fans of all ages when Metro Bank Park gates open at 1 p.m. Activities to take place before the game include the high school home run derby, Principal Family Fun Fest (outside the stadium), batting practice, media availability with the players, and a special autograph session with the All-Stars.
"The Ollie's team is proud to sponsor a game that will be memorable for sports fans and newcomers alike," said Mark Butler, president and CEO of Ollie's Bargain Outlet. "We're big baseball fans - especially Senators fans - and this is a great opportunity for us to bring our community together to enjoy an all-American summer day at beautiful Metro Bank Park and meet some great athletes."
Stay tuned for additional news on special guests coming to the game, including an announcement on who will throw out the first pitch.
By visiting Minor League Baseball Eastern League's Web site fans can weigh in and vote for players in each club they would like to see play in the game. The results from the fan balloting will be used to select one position player and one pitcher from each Eastern League Club for their respective All-Star rosters.
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