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Spikes to Honor Jerome Bettis Sunday as "The Bus" Rolls into Canton

August 5, 2015 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
State College Spikes News Release


State College Spikes Jerome Bettis Gold Jacket Jersey
State College Spikes Jerome Bettis Gold Jacket Jersey
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(STATE COLLEGE, PA) - The State College Spikes are proud to honor Jerome Bettis as he enters pro football's most hallowed club in Canton, OH this weekend, and in homage to his accomplishments, the Spikes will wear a special Gold Jacket Jersey and give away Gold Jacket Bobbleheads on Sunday, August 9 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

The Spikes will take on the Mahoning Valley Scrappers (Cleveland Indians) in a 6:05 p.m. game on Sunday, and in honor of Bettis, a member of the Spikes' ownership group since the franchise's inception, the Spikes will wear the Gold Jacket Jerseys that night to match what "The Bus" will be wearing as his bust is unveiled in pro football's ultimate shrine.

The jerseys will also be up for bids during the game in a Jersey-off-the-Back Auction presented by PSECU, with all proceeds benefiting Children's Miracle Network.

Plus, the first 1,000 fans of all ages that night will receive a Jerome Bettis Gold Jacket Bobblehead, presented by The Nittany Lion Inn & The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel and ESPN Radio 1450. Ballpark gates open at 5 p.m.

In honor of "The Bus," August 9 will also be Bus Driver Appreciation Night at the ballpark. All bus drivers will receive a $4 discount on their tickets, except Outfield Bleacher seats, for Sunday's game.

While Bettis will be busy in Canton with the ceremonies surrounding his induction this weekend, fans can still have the opportunity to add these one-of-a-kind items to their collections.

Bettis built his legend after a storied 13-year career in which he rushed for 13,662 yards in his career, good for sixth best all-time, and was twice named an All-Pro. In ten seasons wearing the black and gold in Pittsburgh, Bettis ran for 10,571 yards, second-most in franchise history, and helped lead the 2005 squad to the team's fifth championship.

After Sunday's game, PSECU will also present a fantastic FIREWORKS show to light up the skies over Central PA. It's also Philipsburg-Osceola Community Night at the ballpark, part of the Community Nights series presented by CATACOMMUTE, with a FREE Kids Zone! presented by Friends of Jake Corman.

The Sunday fun also includes Kids Day, presented by First National Bank, with a pre-game catch on the field and Kids Run the Bases after the game thanks to Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc. Kids 12 and under will also get a free hot dog, chips, soda and a one-time free play pass for Ike's Kids Zone thanks to Dairy Queen Grill & Chill.

Sunday is just the beginning of a three-game homestand at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, with the Spikes meeting the Scrappers on Monday and Tuesday as well for a pair of 7:05 p.m. games. Monday is Buck Night, presented by 95.3 FM 3WZ. Fans can get into the park with $1 Outfield Bleacher tickets, then enjoy $1 hot dogs, $1 small sodas and $1 peanut boats all game long.

Tuesday, the first 500 fans through the gates when they open at 6 p.m. will receive Cowboy Monkey Rodeo-Themed T-Shirts presented by P.J. Harrigan's as part of the T-Shirt Tuesday series presented by The B94.5. The Cowboy Monkey Rodeo returns to State College on Saturday, August 15, and fans can get ready with this special edition T-Shirt.

Single-game tickets for each game from August 9-11, as well as every regular season home date through September 6, are currently on sale through the Spikes Box Office and online at State College Spikes.com. Fans can visit the Box Office in person weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or call (814) 272-1711. Fans purchasing online have the ability to print their tickets using a home computer and printer.

Groups of 20 or more can also purchase discounted tickets for any of the Spikes' remaining home dates. Additional benefits of booking a group for a Spikes home game include preferred seating and an exclusive early entrance. For more information, contact a Spikes group representative at (814) 272-1711, or log on to StateCollegeSpikes.com.

Value Plans, McDonald's Flex Books and an array of other hospitality options are also currently available and can be reserved by calling (814) 272-1711. All Spikes ticket options can be viewed at StateCollegeSpikes.com.

A complete list of promotions for August 9-11 is below.

Sunday, August 9 - 6:05 p.m. vs. Mahoning Valley

-  Jerome Bettis Gold Jacket Bobblehead Giveaway (First 1,000 Fans, All Ages) presented by The Nittany Lion Inn & The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel and ESPN Radio 1450

-  Jerome Bettis Gold Jacket Jersey-off-the-Back Auction presented by PSECU to benefit Children's Miracle Network

-  FIREWORKS presented by PSECU

-  Kids Day presented by First National Bank

-  Kids Eat & Play Free presented by Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

-  Philipsburg-Osceola Community Night featuring FREE Kids Zone! presented by Friends of Jake Corman

-  Pre-Game Catch on the Field (5:00-5:30 p.m.)

-  Post-Game Kids Run the Bases presented by Clinical Outcomes Group, Inc.

-  Veteran Appreciation Day presented by SGT Bob & VFW Post 5825 - Pine Grove Mills

-  WHVL-TV Live Game Broadcast

- Chevy Youth Baseball Clinic (11 a.m.)

Monday, August 10 - 7:05 p.m. vs. Mahoning Valley

- Buck Night presented by 95.3 FM 3WZ

Tuesday, August 11 - 7:05 p.m. vs. Mahoning Valley

-  Cowboy Monkey Rodeo-Themed T-Shirt Giveaway (First 500 Fans, All Ages) presented by P.J. Harrigan's, part of the T-Shirt Tuesday series presented by The B94.5

- Buy One, Get One Free Bullpen Box Ticket Offer presented by the Centre Daily Times

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