NYPL State College Spikes

Spikes Fans To Get First Glimpse Of Squad At Meet The Team Pep Rally

June 3, 2010 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
State College Spikes News Release


STATE COLLEGE - Fans will get their first opportunity for an up close and personal look at the 2010 State College Spikes on Wednesday, June 16, when the Spikes will host their annual Meet the Team Pep Rally at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park from 5:30-7 p.m. Admission is free to this interactive event, which will give fans a firsthand look at the 5th Anniversary edition of the Spikes prior to the Home Opener Saturday, June 19.

The evening will be filled with fun activities that give Spikes fans the chance to meet and greet Spikes players, beginning with a team picture including season ticket holders and their families at 5:45 p.m. After the 2010 Spikes are formally introduced to the crowd, fans can participate in a free team autograph session on the field. In addition, Spikes manager Gary Robinson and many other guests will be interviewed during a special pre-season edition of the "Spikes Game Day Show." Following the night's festivities, fans are welcome to stay at the park for a special Spikes workout session under the lights from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m.

"Part of being Central PA's Best Family Value is allowing our fans to really get to know the young men who will be calling State College home this summer," said Spikes General Manager Jason Dambach. "The Meet the Team Pep Rally gives our fans the chance to do just that. Everyone who comes into Medlar Field at Lubrano Park will be able to take in the ballpark atmosphere and get excited for Opening Night."

Tickets for all 38 regular-season home games during the Spikes' 5th Anniversary Season will also be available throughout the evening at the Medlar Field at Lubrano Park Box Office. With Opening Night taking place just three nights after the Meet the Team Pep Rally, this will be a great opportunity for fans to reserve choice seats for the Spikes' Home Opener.

Other fun activities at the Meet the Team Pep Rally will include kids' games and inflatables, plus visits from Ike the Spike and the Nittany Bank Nookie Monster. Fans will also be able to purchase ballpark food and Spike merchandise throughout the event.

The Spikes fifth season of providing Central Pennsylvania's Best Family Value will return Saturday, June 19 at 7:05 p.m. against the rival Williamsport Crosscutters. Single-game tickets, season tickets, mini-plans, flex books and a variety of different group packages and experiences can now be reserved for the 2010 season by calling toll-free at (877) 99-SPIKES. Additional team and ticket information can also be viewed by visiting StateCollegeSpikes.com.

Media requesting additional information should contact Joe Putnam at jputnam@statecollegespikes.com.

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