Tobs Roll into New Season with 1st College Classic of '23

Published on February 18, 2023 under Coastal Plain League (Coastal Plain)
Wilson Tobs News Release


Wilson, NC - The Wilson Tobs are excited to announce the schedule for their first of three Division 2 College Baseball Classics beginning on Thursday, February 23rd and ending on Sunday February 26, 2023.

"It is always exciting to kick off the Spring season with some high level collegiate baseball at Historic Fleming Stadium. We have been putting on these college classics for years now and they have become a staple for our Spring season. Fans will be able to watch great baseball, enjoy ballpark food, listen to classic stadium music, and even unwind with a beer." said Tobs General Manager Mike Bell.

The first College Classic will feature (4) teams playing a total of (6) games over four days.

College Classic #1 Schedule

Thursday February 23:

Barton College vs Thomas Jefferson University at 4:00 PM

Friday February 24:

Thomas Jefferson University vs Bluefield State University at 3:30 PM

Saturday February 25:

Thomas Jefferson University vs Bloomsburg University at 12:00 PM

Bloomsburg University vs Bluefield State University at 3:30 PM

Sunday February 26:

Bloomsburg University vs Thomas Jefferson University at 10:30 AM

Bluefield State University vs Bloomsburg University at 1:30 PM

For just $6, fans can purchase an all-day pass and enjoy a full day of high level collegiate baseball action (5 and Under Free). Gates will open 45 minutes prior to the start of the first game of the day.

The Tobs will be broadcasting all games during our (3) College Classics

UPCOMING EVENTS

College Baseball Classic - March 3 to 5

College Baseball Classic - March 9 to 11

High School Varsity Baseball Classic - March 17 to 18

High School Varsity Baseball Classic - March 31 to April 1

High School JV Baseball Classic - April 14 to 15

NCHEAC State Tournament - April 21 to 22

2023 TOBS SEASON

The 2022 CPL Eastern Conference Champion Wilson Tobs will open up their 2023 season on Sunday May 28th. This game will feature pregame band Matty Begs and a postgame Firework Extravaganza show. The final (2) Firework Extravaganzas of the season will be Saturday, July 1st and Saturday, August 5th. Season tickets and ticket packages are on sale now and can be purchased online by going to www.wilsontobs.com or by calling 252-291-TOBS. Get ready to PUMP IT UP !

The Wilson Tobs enter their 27th season as a founding member of the Coastal Plain League. The upcoming season for the Tobs will see an expanded community outreach effort, increased participation in helping the less fortunate, a Pettit Cup Championship team, and a fan experience like you have never seen. We would like to dedicate each successful season to the Wilson Community, Coastal Plain League Organization, Host Families, Corporate Partners, and the Dedicated Fans throughout the city of Wilson. The Wilson Tobs have played host to over 100 alumni taken in the draft and have produced a dozen players who have gone on to play in the MLB, including Cy Young & MVP winner Justin Verlander. For more information on the Wilson Tobs, visit our website www.wilsontobs.com.

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