SL1 Mississippi Braves

Sunday Autograph Sessions bring players into stands, build lasting memories

Published on April 24, 2003 under Southern League (SL1)
Mississippi Braves News Release


Beginning Sunday May 4 and continuing all season prior to all 2003 Greenville Braves Sunday home games, the Greenville Braves will have several players step off the field and into the stands for a 30-minute autograph session with fans.

"The #1 request we've had consistently over the years has been for fans to be able to spend time one-on-one with the stars of tomorrow," said G-Braves General Manager Steve DeSalvo. "We recognize that kids look up to ballplayers as role models, and as someone many of us as kids aspired to be. As a kid, who didn't dream about one day meeting their favorite player? This is our way of making that dream a reality all season."

The :30 minute Autograph sessions will begin 1 hour prior to game time (12:15pm for a 1:15pm start now through June, 4:15pm for a 5:15pm start July-August). The addition of the autograph sessions adds to an already fan-friendly, family oriented environment on Sundays, as every Sunday kids can run the bases after the ballgame, fans can take advantage of Sunday Braves Family Fests (4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 fountain drinks, 4 chips for just $24) and our Sunday home game Season Ticket Holder Picnics catered by several local restaurants and caterers.

Over the last 20 years, the Greenville Braves have sent over 120 players to the Major Leagues, including such stars as Chipper Jones, Andruw Jones, Steve Avery, Tom Glavine, Javy Lopez, and many more. "This is a chance for fans to be able to build family memories and then in a few years from now, say, ‘I remember meeting him in Greenville.'", added DeSalvo. "We're truly excited to be able to provide this promotion in such a unique way (players coming into the stands) in this our 20th Commemorative season in our community."

The Greenville Braves have been an active member of the local community for almost 20 years, hosting special nights at the ballpark each season to benefit local charities and sponsoring several charity functions throughout the year. The G-Braves also offer many other successful children's programs including the Pride in Carolina's Youth Reading Program, the Gatti-Town Braves Buddies Club and more.

A member of the Southern League of Professional Baseball Clubs, the Greenville Braves are the Double A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, and has sent more than 120 players to the major leagues. The Greenville Braves, the only franchise in minor league baseball to draw more than 200,000 fans per season for 19 consecutive years, is celebrating its 20th season in Greenville.

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