EASTWOOD FIELD -- NILES, OHIO USRT VISIT: June, 2003
To get to this stadium, you have to navigate through a massive parking lot of a
shopping mall and follow the signs. But if you plan to park at the mall and walk over to
save the parking fee, forget it! Walkups are charged as well as cars just to get on the
grounds. Here you will find a pretty yard, opened in 1999, red and blue facade with
cupola style roofs on each baseline. Pretty large capacity for short season A ball
(6000), and even a ring of suites above the seating area. And for a spacious venue, the
center aisle in the seating bowl is very narrow and jams up easily.
To get to this stadium, you have to navigate through a massive parking lot of a
shopping mall and follow the signs. But if you plan to park at the mall and walk over to
save the parking fee, forget it! Walkups are charged as well as cars just to get on the
grounds. Here you will find a pretty yard, opened in 1999, red and blue facade with
cupola style roofs on each baseline. Pretty large capacity for short season A ball
(6000), and even a ring of suites above the seating area. And for a spacious venue, the
center aisle in the seating bowl is very narrow and jams up easily.
DWYER STADIUM -- BATAVIA, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: June, 2002
This new stadium was built on the site of this city's old baseball yard, and Dwyer
Stadium has the quaint feel of a clean and simple minor league park. 2200 seats,
bleachers along the baselines, a main entrance that looks like an old time rail station,
and baseball's glorious history in this city, much of which has been in the NY-Penn
League and predecessor PONY League, is prominently displayed with pictures of big
leaguers who came through here, other exhibits and championship banners.
This new stadium was built on the site of this city's old baseball yard, and Dwyer
Stadium has the quaint feel of a clean and simple minor league park. 2200 seats,
bleachers along the baselines, a main entrance that looks like an old time rail station,
and baseball's glorious history in this city, much of which has been in the NY-Penn
League and predecessor PONY League, is prominently displayed with pictures of big
leaguers who came through here, other exhibits and championship banners.
FALCON PARK -- AUBURN, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: July, 2003
How fitting that civil war general Abner Doubleday is buried here in Auburn, and the
team sports his name, complete with the aura of his imprint on the game of baseball.
Here in Auburn they rebuilt an old stadium into Falcon Park, opened in 1995, and
situated down the end of a residential street. The nicely manicured front entrance and
marquee is the signature of the building, and the design worked so well that Batavia
decided to mimic the plan when they rebuilt their venue a year later.
How fitting that civil war general Abner Doubleday is buried here in Auburn, and the
team sports his name, complete with the aura of his imprint on the game of baseball.
Here in Auburn they rebuilt an old stadium into Falcon Park, opened in 1995, and
situated down the end of a residential street. The nicely manicured front entrance and
marquee is the signature of the building, and the design worked so well that Batavia
decided to mimic the plan when they rebuilt their venue a year later.
DIETHRICK PARK -- JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: June, 2002
Walking towards this ballpark you see the newer exterior brick facade, but the inside of
this venue is definitely old school. A wooden booth pressbox sits on top of the roof,
bleacher seats along the baselines, pine woods and forests beyond the outfield, and a
pretty and pastoral setting down a parklike residential street right in the city. The Rich
family owns this team (along with the AAA Buffalo Bisons), and the largest outfield
billboard sports the name of --- you guessed it --- Coffee Rich!
Walking towards this ballpark you see the newer exterior brick facade, but the inside of
this venue is definitely old school. A wooden booth pressbox sits on top of the roof,
bleacher seats along the baselines, pine woods and forests beyond the outfield, and a
pretty and pastoral setting down a parklike residential street right in the city. The Rich
family owns this team (along with the AAA Buffalo Bisons), and the largest outfield
billboard sports the name of --- you guessed it --- Coffee Rich!
DAMASCHKE FIELD -- ONEONTA, NEW YORK USRT VISITS: July, 2003, July 2009
Opened in 1940, this stadium is a stone's throw from Cooperstown and a complete
throwback to an older era of baseball, complete with bleacher seats throughout, a
wooden plank outfield exterior fence with real knotholes, team offices in a shed behind
home plate, and a beautiful view of the hilly countryside beyond. This venue holds a
unique distinction of being a dry ballpark, i.e., no beer served. All in all a tumbledown
place, but a cool one at that.
Opened in 1940, this stadium is a stone's throw from Cooperstown and a complete
throwback to an older era of baseball, complete with bleacher seats throughout, a
wooden plank outfield exterior fence with real knotholes, team offices in a shed behind
home plate, and a beautiful view of the hilly countryside beyond. This venue holds a
unique distinction of being a dry ballpark, i.e., no beer served. All in all a tumbledown
place, but a cool one at that.
JOSEPH BRUNO STADIUM -- TROY, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: June, 2005
This sparkling and splendid new ballpark is tucked in the back of the Hudson Valley
Community College campus, and amenities here include a nice video scoreboard,
beer garden, game areas, wi-fi internet in the stands and a large team store. Who is
Joseph Bruno, you ask? Legendary baseball player? Nope. Dedicated philanthropist?
Uh-uh. Bruno was once New York State senate's majority leader and one of state
politics' infamous "three men in a room." He brought home the pork to build this place,
and BAM!... they slapped his name on the stadium.
This sparkling and splendid new ballpark is tucked in the back of the Hudson Valley
Community College campus, and amenities here include a nice video scoreboard,
beer garden, game areas, wi-fi internet in the stands and a large team store. Who is
Joseph Bruno, you ask? Legendary baseball player? Nope. Dedicated philanthropist?
Uh-uh. Bruno was once New York State senate's majority leader and one of state
politics' infamous "three men in a room." He brought home the pork to build this place,
and BAM!... they slapped his name on the stadium.
KEYSPAN PARK -- BROOKLYN, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: June, 2005
The bar has certainly been raised for others to follow! Keyspan Park straddles the
Atlantic Ocean, right amidst the hustle and bustle of Coney Island's boardwalk and
amusement attractions all right next door. Colorful neon lighting, urban exterior decor,
a sports museum celebrating Brooklyn's baseball heritage, two level team store and
much, much more to enjoy in this terrific baseball venue. Fan support here is huge,
they pack 'em in here night after night so get your tickets early.
The bar has certainly been raised for others to follow! Keyspan Park straddles the
Atlantic Ocean, right amidst the hustle and bustle of Coney Island's boardwalk and
amusement attractions all right next door. Colorful neon lighting, urban exterior decor,
a sports museum celebrating Brooklyn's baseball heritage, two level team store and
much, much more to enjoy in this terrific baseball venue. Fan support here is huge,
they pack 'em in here night after night so get your tickets early.
RICHMOND COUNTY BANK BALLPARK -- STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK
USRT VISIT: June, 2005
New York's "other" newer NY-Penn ballpark is hard to overlook, again a gleaming
stadium situated on the northern shore of Staten Island. The breathtaking view of the
downtown Manhattan skyline can be enjoyed from any vantage point in the house, but
is certainly best appreciated in daytime. The Staten Island Ferry embarkation point is
right next door. Nice design with tan colored brick facade and dark blue seats,
canopies at the main entrance shaped like giant sails, single concourse has a view of
the field; and yes, a video board scoreboard.
USRT VISIT: June, 2005
New York's "other" newer NY-Penn ballpark is hard to overlook, again a gleaming
stadium situated on the northern shore of Staten Island. The breathtaking view of the
downtown Manhattan skyline can be enjoyed from any vantage point in the house, but
is certainly best appreciated in daytime. The Staten Island Ferry embarkation point is
right next door. Nice design with tan colored brick facade and dark blue seats,
canopies at the main entrance shaped like giant sails, single concourse has a view of
the field; and yes, a video board scoreboard.
DUTCHESS STADIUM -- FISHKILL, NEW YORK USRT VISIT: June, 2005
"Fun Is Good!" That is the mantra here at promotion guru Mike Veeck's owned team,
and they come through with that promise in a big way. Great music tracks, hands on
event staff that really gets the fans into the game, almost like a big party. The stadium
is located in a rural setting outside of Poughkeepsie, about 90 miles north of New York
City. Metal risers along the baselines compliment the permanent seating and about 8
suites on the infield. Perfect size and great setting for a ballpark in this league.
"Fun Is Good!" That is the mantra here at promotion guru Mike Veeck's owned team,
and they come through with that promise in a big way. Great music tracks, hands on
event staff that really gets the fans into the game, almost like a big party. The stadium
is located in a rural setting outside of Poughkeepsie, about 90 miles north of New York
City. Metal risers along the baselines compliment the permanent seating and about 8
suites on the infield. Perfect size and great setting for a ballpark in this league.
MEDLAR FIELD AT LUBRANO PARK -- STATE COLLEGE, PENNSYLVANIA
USRT VISIT: JULY, 2006
The newest addition to the NY-Penn League family, Medlar Field sits in the shadow of
the massive Beaver Stadium on the Penn State campus, and is another example of
how the bar is being raised for baseball at this level. Single concourse with a view of
the field, high tech video board, great food selection, and a splendid view of the hilly
countryside all make this a delightful place to take in a game.
USRT VISIT: JULY, 2006
The newest addition to the NY-Penn League family, Medlar Field sits in the shadow of
the massive Beaver Stadium on the Penn State campus, and is another example of
how the bar is being raised for baseball at this level. Single concourse with a view of
the field, high tech video board, great food selection, and a splendid view of the hilly
countryside all make this a delightful place to take in a game.
BOWMAN FIELD -- WILLIAMSPORT, PENNSYLVANIA USRT VISIT: July, 2006
Now the second oldest ballpark currently operating in minor league baseball, this
"historic" ballpark has undergone a series of upgrades and renovations over the past
ten years, but still retains its links to this city's long and storied baseball traditions.
Most of the concessions and team store can be found in a courtyard behind home
plate which serves as a good meeting spot. And make sure to give Rhashan, the
"Director of Smiles" a wave and a hello... this hirsute team ambassador is hard to
miss!
Now the second oldest ballpark currently operating in minor league baseball, this
"historic" ballpark has undergone a series of upgrades and renovations over the past
ten years, but still retains its links to this city's long and storied baseball traditions.
Most of the concessions and team store can be found in a courtyard behind home
plate which serves as a good meeting spot. And make sure to give Rhashan, the
"Director of Smiles" a wave and a hello... this hirsute team ambassador is hard to
miss!
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RIPKEN STADIUM - ABERDEEN, MARYLAND USRT VISIT: June, 2008
"The House That Cal Built" is the dazzling home of the Ironbirds, which is the
centerpiece of a baseball theme park called The Ripken Baseball Academy.
Architecture here is ballpark retro with brick facades and wrought iron gates. Amenities
include state of the art scoreboards and LED boards, an opulently appointed club level
concourse, themed concessions and game areas. Right next door is a Marriott hotel
which is a dead ringer for the B&O Warehouse at Camden Yards.
"The House That Cal Built" is the dazzling home of the Ironbirds, which is the
centerpiece of a baseball theme park called The Ripken Baseball Academy.
Architecture here is ballpark retro with brick facades and wrought iron gates. Amenities
include state of the art scoreboards and LED boards, an opulently appointed club level
concourse, themed concessions and game areas. Right next door is a Marriott hotel
which is a dead ringer for the B&O Warehouse at Camden Yards.
McNamara
Division
RICHMOND
COUNTY BANK
BALLPARK
Staten Island
Yankees
DUTCHESS
STADIUM
Hudson Valley
Renegades
RIPKEN
STADIUM
Aberdeen
Ironbirds
KEYSPAN
PARK
Brooklyn
Cyclones
Pinckney
Division
DIETHRICK
PARK
Jamestown
Jammers
DWYER
STADIUM
Batavia
Muckdogs
FALCON
PARK
Auburn
Doubledays
BOWMAN
FIELD
Williamsport
Crosscutters
EASTWOOD
FIELD
Mahoning
Valley
Scrappers
MEDLAR
FIELD AT
LUBRANO
PARK
State College
Spikes
Stedler
Division
DAMASCHKE
FIELD
Oneonta
Tigers
(Team relocated to
Norwich, CT
effective 2010
season)
JOSEPH
BRUNO
STADIUM
Tri City
Valley Cats
LELACHEUR
PARK
Lowell
Spinners
CENTENNIAL
FIELD
Vermont
Lake Monsters
Division
RICHMOND
COUNTY BANK
BALLPARK
Staten Island
Yankees
DUTCHESS
STADIUM
Hudson Valley
Renegades
RIPKEN
STADIUM
Aberdeen
Ironbirds
KEYSPAN
PARK
Brooklyn
Cyclones
Pinckney
Division
DIETHRICK
PARK
Jamestown
Jammers
DWYER
STADIUM
Batavia
Muckdogs
FALCON
PARK
Auburn
Doubledays
BOWMAN
FIELD
Williamsport
Crosscutters
EASTWOOD
FIELD
Mahoning
Valley
Scrappers
MEDLAR
FIELD AT
LUBRANO
PARK
State College
Spikes
Stedler
Division
DAMASCHKE
FIELD
Oneonta
Tigers
(Team relocated to
Norwich, CT
effective 2010
season)
JOSEPH
BRUNO
STADIUM
Tri City
Valley Cats
LELACHEUR
PARK
Lowell
Spinners
CENTENNIAL
FIELD
Vermont
Lake Monsters
CENTENNIAL FIELD - BURLINGTON, VERMONT USRT VISIT: August, 2008
One of the oldest parks in continuous use in the minors, this stadium shows every bit
of its age. Wooden canopy roof, wooden chairs with peeling paint, little in terms of
comfort and amenities. This is an "old school" baseball experience, and the stadium
is tightly wedged in behind a residential neighborhood, and adjacent to the University
of Vermont campus. Burlington is way off the beaten path, so allow enough time just to
get here.
One of the oldest parks in continuous use in the minors, this stadium shows every bit
of its age. Wooden canopy roof, wooden chairs with peeling paint, little in terms of
comfort and amenities. This is an "old school" baseball experience, and the stadium
is tightly wedged in behind a residential neighborhood, and adjacent to the University
of Vermont campus. Burlington is way off the beaten path, so allow enough time just to
get here.
LELACHEUR PARK - LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS USRT VISIT: August, 2008
It is one pretty ballpark, situated right on the fringes of downtown Lowell, and is
designed and laid out in the typical HOK Sport formula - red brick facade, kelly green
seat, retro accents and signage. But unlike some of the peer minor league venues,
LeLacheur Park doesn't go over the top - no level of fancy suites or club restaurants.
Just an eye pleasing venue which is just the right size for the NY-Penn League.
It is one pretty ballpark, situated right on the fringes of downtown Lowell, and is
designed and laid out in the typical HOK Sport formula - red brick facade, kelly green
seat, retro accents and signage. But unlike some of the peer minor league venues,
LeLacheur Park doesn't go over the top - no level of fancy suites or club restaurants.
Just an eye pleasing venue which is just the right size for the NY-Penn League.
