OK, it’s time for a quick quiz: Question 1: Where is Stony Brook? A) A place just outside Lamp Post where you are likely to meet Tumnus the Faun B) On the seven seas, one of Jack Sparrow’s hideouts while he’s searching for Hector Barbossa and The Black Pearl C) The north shore of Long… [Continue Reading...]
Brewers, Braun hit “Home” run
May 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
This week, Milwaukee’s Habitat for Humanity is hard at work building 10 new houses (rough frame) for 10 families during their 2012 Build-A-Thon. Luckily for them, the Milwaukee Brewers Foundation stepped up to the plate as the presenting sponsor for the event, while Brewer outfielder Ryan Braun donated $50,0000 to the cause. Cecelia Gore, Executive Director of… [Continue Reading...]
John Axford’s Media Letter
May 14, 2012 By 1 Comment
I am a huge Cincinnati Reds fan and, in general, have enjoyed the little rivalry they have had with the Milwaukee Brewers of late. With that said, I am quickly becoming a huge John Axford fan, as well. Last season, I began to follow Axford on Twitter. He is a self-proclaimed mustache and film aficionado (according to his Twitter bio) and doesn’t… [Continue Reading...]
Biking for Baseball: Paying it Forward
May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The motto of Biking for Baseball is “Your mentor made a huge impact on your life. Now pay it forward, go make an impact in the life of a kid.” And through their efforts, Biking for Baseball, composed of five guys: Rex, Steve, Adam, Chase, and Tim, are traveling the country throughout the baseball season attending… [Continue Reading...]
Bryce Harper: Surprises Critics
May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Bryce Harper has taken his share of criticism in his young career, some of it justified and some of it not. He comes across as a punk, wears John Randle-esque eye black, has a silly haircut, and blows pitchers a kiss (sometimes) after going yard. But he also hits the tar out of the ball… [Continue Reading...]
SF Junior Giants Commissioner’s Meeting
May 8, 2012 By 4 Comments
“Keeping players motivated is keeping them encouraged.” – Jeremy Affeldt, Pitcher for the San Francisco Giants The San Francisco Junior Giants Program is the flagship program of the SF Giants Community Fund and serves over 20,000 youths, including more than six thousand girls, aged 5-18 across California, Nevada, and Oregon. Founded in 1994 as an… [Continue Reading...]
Corey’s “Hart” in the right place
April 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Milwaukee outfielder Corey Heart is stepping up to the plate to fight heart disease and promote healthy hearts. Starting on May 7th, fans can purchase Field Outfield Box tickets to all Brewers Monday home games. The special section where the seats will be, Corey’s Corner, will be priced at $35 bucks (normally $42) and will… [Continue Reading...]
Sports equipment to Nicaragua!
March 3, 2012 By 2 Comments
My grandmother (RIP) use to tell me that I could sell ice to the Eskimos, or salt to a snail. I never really understood what she meant back then, but now I get it. If there’s one thing I know I can do, it’s organize and get people involved in a cause. Jessica Chapman, Associate… [Continue Reading...]
The Harmon Killebrew Foundation
January 23, 2012 By
Player: Harmon Killebrew Sport: Baseball, MLB, Retired, Deceased (5/17/2011) Team: Minnesota Twins, Kansas City Royals, Washington Senators Website: The Harmon Killebrew Foundation Mission/Info:(Via the website): The Harmon Killebrew Foundation exists to give children the opportunity to share the joy of baseball that fueled Harmon throughout his life.
Jeter: Turn 2 Foundation
January 21, 2012 By
Player: Derek Jeter Sport: Baseball Team: New York Yankees Website: The Turn 2 Foundation Mission/Info:(Via the website): During his rookie year in 1996, New York Yankees All-Star shortstop Derek Jeter established the Turn 2 Foundation to promote healthy lifestyles among youth. While sharing a pizza in a Detroit hotel room, Derek announced to his father… [Continue Reading...]
