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Rainiers, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Unveil New Family Pavilion

April 7, 2016 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tacoma Rainiers News Release


Tacoma Rainiers' New Family Pavilion
Tacoma Rainiers' New Family Pavilion
(Tacoma Rainiers, Credit: Red Williamson/Tacoma Rainiers)

TACOMA, Wash. - The Tacoma Rainiers, in partnership with Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, today unveiled the brand new Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Family Pavilion at Cheney Stadium.

The 9,670-square-foot family pavilion was constructed by Korsmo Construction behind the grass berm located along the first base side of the ballpark and features both a state-of-the-art playground and a regulation-sized Wiffle ball field.

"We are blessed with great ownership and great partners," Rainiers Team President Aaron Artman said. "Brad Cheney had the vision, and the Cheney Foundation, Metro Parks and our group helped make it a reality. Adding Mary Bridge Children's Hospital gives us the opportunity to drive great programming for kids and families who need it, and the folks at Korsmo Construction delivered a project on time and on budget. We are thrilled to debut the Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Family Pavilion on Opening Day."

The partnership between the club and Mary Bridge, the official children's hospital and pediatric specialists of the Rainiers, was formed around a common desire between the two to increase and strengthen well-being opportunities for South Sound-area youths.

"Providing a healthy and healing future for children is our mission at Mary Bridge," Mary Bridge Children's Hospital President Linda Chen said. "This partnership with the Rainiers bridges our values of strong families, strong kids and strong community. We are thrilled to be a part of the Rainiers team."

The project was financed in part by the Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Metro Parks Tacoma, and Rainiers ownership. Since the renovation of Cheney Stadium in 2011, the venue has been constantly improved to enhance the gameday experience for the entire community.

"We love supporting projects that encourage our community to play outside," Aaron Pointer, a member of the Metro Parks Board of Commissioners said. "This new Family Pavilion is a great addition to the campus and will be enjoyed by countless kids and their families for years to come."

The Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Family Pavilion will be open to the public and available for use year-round, but will close to non-ticketed individuals one hour prior to gates opening on Tacoma Rainiers home game days.

In attendance for the ceremony were Rainiers majority owner Mikal Thomsen, Rainiers Team President Aaron Artman, and Ben B. Cheney Foundation President Brad Cheney. Also representing the Cheney Foundation were Vice President Piper Cheney, Secretary Treasurer Carolyn J. Cheney, and Board Member Jamie Algee.

Representing Metro Parks Tacoma were Executive Director Jack Wilson, Board Commissioner Aaron Pointer, Commissioner Andrea Smith, and Assistant Executive Director Shon Sylvia.

Representing the city of Tacoma at the event were City Councilman Joe Lonergan, Director of Public Assembly Facilities Kim Bedier, and City Manager T.C. Broadnax.

Mary Bridge was represented by President Linda Chen and Senior Marketing Coordinator Sherrilee Shawcroft.

All tickets, group outings, and suite packages for the team's 2016 campaign are available for purchase in-person at the Cheney Stadium Box Office, online at www.tacomarainiers.com, or over the phone at (253) 722-2027. The most up-to-date news and notes about the Rainiers throughout the season can be found by following the Rainiers on Twitter (@RainiersLand) and liking the team on Facebook.

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Tacoma Rainiers Cut Ribbon on New Family Pavilion
Tacoma Rainiers Cut Ribbon on New Family Pavilion
(Red Williamson/Tacoma Rainiers)		 Tacoma Rainiers' New Family Pavilion
Tacoma Rainiers' New Family Pavilion
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