Woodpeckers to Don 1910's Throwback Uniforms, Honor Fayetteville History on July 12th
Published on July 10, 2019 under Carolina League (CarL1)
Fayetteville Woodpeckers News Release
The Fayetteville Woodpeckers have announced that they will be honoring the deep and rich history of Fayetteville during their "Turn Back the Clock Night" on Friday, July 12th. The Woodpeckers will wear a special alternate uniform and hat, which can be found attached, and former Negro League pitcher and infielder Clifford Layton will be in attendance and throw out the first pitch of the game.
The special uniform harkens back to the style of uniform worn by Major League Baseball teams in the early 20th century, all gray uniforms with a simple black text "Fayetteville". The right sleeve is sewn with the text "1918", recognizing the year that Fort Bragg was established. The uniform is accompanied by a black Ebbets vintage hat, hand-sewn from genuine wool baseball cloth.
The alternate themed jersey is already available for purchase at the Bird's Nest team store. There will be a mid-game ceremony to honor the historic moment of Babe Ruth hitting his first professional home run while playing in Fayetteville.
Layton, who played for three teams in the Negro Leagues over four years, will be honored during the game, have a memorabilia display, and will also be throwing out the night's first pitch. Layton, 89, is now an associate pastor at First Baptist Church on Moore Street in Fayetteville.
"The history, the people, the love of baseball in Fayetteville is so rich and deep that the early 20th century deserves to be honored properly," said Mark Zarthar, President of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers. "These throwback uniforms are an ode to Fayetteville's past, and the special place that baseball has held in the hearts of its residents."
Tickets are still available for the special night at Segra Stadium, with the gates opening for the evening at 6:00PM.
Carolina League Stories from July 10, 2019
- Carrillo Walks It off for Keys - Frederick Keys
- Skoug Homers in Wednesday's 3-2 Loss at Fayetteville - Winston-Salem Dash
- Woodpeckers Squeak out Win over Dash - Fayetteville Woodpeckers
- Patterson Brilliant, Pelicans Blank Nationals in Series Opener - Myrtle Beach Pelicans
- Wood Ducks Sink Hillcats in Series Opener - Lynchburg Hillcats
- Brennan's Strong Debut Leads Wood Ducks Past Hillcats - Down East Wood Ducks
- Cate Outdueled by Patterson in 3-0 Loss - Potomac Nationals
- Rocks Lose Fourth Straight - Wilmington Blue Rocks
- July 10 Transactions and Game Information - Down East Wood Ducks
- July 10 - Carolina Mudcats Game Information - Carolina Mudcats
- Gio Gonzalez Added for Rehab Assignment - Carolina Mudcats
- Winston-Salem Dash: Game Notes (July 10 at Fayetteville) - Winston-Salem Dash
- Myrtle Beach Pelicans Game Notes: July 10 vs. Potomac - Myrtle Beach Pelicans
- RHP Erick Leal promoted to Double-A Tennessee from Myrtle Beach - Myrtle Beach Pelicans
- Woodpeckers to Don 1910's Throwback Uniforms, Honor Fayetteville History on July 12th - Fayetteville Woodpeckers
- OF Grant Fennell activated from the 7-day Injured List - Myrtle Beach Pelicans
- Winston-Salem to Host "Dash Duty Day" on July 31 - Winston-Salem Dash
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
