CarL Charleston RiverDogs

RiverDogs to Host Series of Events in Remembrance of 9/11

Published on September 10, 2021 under Carolina League (CarL)
Charleston RiverDogs News Release


WHAT: The United States Coast Guard will host a memorial stair climb in partnership with the Charleston RiverDogs and local police and fire departments.

WHEN: Saturday, September 11 from 7:30 -11:00 a.m.

WHO: Members of the RiverDogs front office, keynote speaker Frank Hauber and members of the U.S. Coast Guard will be available for interviews.

WHERE: Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park (360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403)

DETAILS: Attendees will climb the equivalent of 110 stories on the steps of The Joe's seating bowl to honor the emergency workers that gave their lives on 9/11. A ringing of the bell will be followed by a moment of silence at the time of each impactful moment from that day twenty years ago.

The event's keynote speaker is Frank Hauber who was an FDNY fireman in 2001. He is the father of BM3 Frank Hauber who is currently a coxswain at Station Charleston.

The event is free, however participants must register in advance.

Patriot Day Game

WHAT: The RiverDogs will host a special pre-game ceremony on the field prior to the game against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans.

WHEN: Saturday, September 11 beginning at 5:30 p.m.

WHO: Senator Tim Scott, Senior Director, Boeing National Strategy and Engagement Lindsay Leonard, Chief Daniel Curia of the Charleston Fire Department, Chief Luther Reynolds of the Charleston Police Department and Captain Tian Griffieth of the North Charleston Fire Department.

Captain Justin Cherry and Technical Sergeant Sam Weaver of Joint Base Charleston's 437th Airlift Wing who played a key role in flying the last soldiers out of Kabul will be present to represent all military members who responded to the attack on 9/11.

In addition, several New York first responders who were called to action at the time of the 9/11 attacks will be in attendance to be honored. Attendees include NYPD officers Tim O'Flaherty and Thomas Cirincione, officer Denis Fitzpatrick of the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority, lieutenant Kevin Cunnane of FDNY and NYPD and Battalion Chief Kevin McNamara who was a firefighter with Engine Company 250 in 2001.

WHERE: Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park (360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403)

DETAILS: Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the RiverDogs will hold a special pre-game ceremony on the field in recognition of first responders. Senator Tim Scott will throw out a ceremonial first pitch and then be joined on the field by several local first responders and first responders from New York who responded to the site of the attacks on September 11, 2001.

Motorcycles driven by veterans who participated in the 9/11 Silent Walk earlier in the day at the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge will be on display near the front gates.

Following the game, the stadium lights will flood the field in red, white and blue for the remainder of the night.

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