Long-time San Diego Padres Bullpen coach, Darrel Akerfelds, lost his two-year battle with pancreatic cancer on June 24th. Akerfelds held that position with the Padres since 2001. On June 22, 2002, Jake Peavy made his MLB debut with the Padres. Peavy pitched for the Padres until he was traded to the Chicago White Sox in… [Continue Reading...]
D-Backs, Nuggets, Magic excel
June 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Arizona Diamondbacks sink their teeth into the top this week! June 3-June 9, 2012 1st Gold Star: Arizona Diamondbacks Arizona Diamondbacks President & CEO Derrick Hall took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the D-backs Pediatric Dental Suite at A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH). A.T. Still… [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...]
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...]
Brewers Foundation receives award
February 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
MILWAUKEE — Since its inception in 2000, the Brewers Community Foundation continually provides more than $1 million dollars each year in financial assistance through many different venues. The foundation is the official charitable arm of the Milwaukee Brewers and harnesses pride, passion and commitment of Brewers fans, players and many other supporters. Their goal is… [Continue Reading...]
C.C. Sabathia: PitCCh In Foundation
January 28, 2012 By
Player: C.C. Sabathia Sport: Baseball, MLB Team: New York Yankees, Milwaukee Brewers, Cleveland Indians Website: PitCCh In Foundation Mission/Info (Via the website): “My parents taught me at an early age that humility and taking a leadership role seriously is important. I’ve taken that to heart and try to live my life in a way that kids… [Continue Reading...]
Brewers Community Foundation/Koos for Kids coat giveaway
November 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Via the Brewers: [On Nov. 18, 2011], Milwaukee Brewers Bullpen Catcher Marcus Hanel along with his foundation, Koos for Kids and the Brewers Community Foundation will be visiting two Milwaukee-area schools to donate coats for kids. Hanel, along with his wife Jill and Brewers Community Foundation Executive Director, Cecelia Gore, will be on hand at… [Continue Reading...]
Brewers Raise Over 300K For Foundation
August 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Via the Brewers: Brewers Community Foundation Week, staged during the August 12-18 homestand, raised over $300,000 for Brewers Community Foundation’s charitable outreach activities. The total was announced jointly today by the Foundation and the Milwaukee Brewers. BCF Week featured seven days of activities at Miller Park and in the community. BCF’s focused areas of interest… [Continue Reading...]
Milwaukee Brewers: Community Foundation Week
August 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Through August 16, the Milwaukee Brewers will be hosting their Community Foundation Week; raising money for recreational, healthcare-related, as well as educational programs that benefit the Milwaukee-based community. Activities include(d): Wives Mystery Grab Bag: The wives of Milwaukee Brewers players will be selling autographed items from their husbands and other current players in order to… [Continue Reading...]
