SRP Park Hosts Battle on the River 

Date: March 03, 2023

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC: SRP Park in partnership with the University of South Carolina Aiken Pacers and the Augusta University Jaguars are excited to announce the return of the Battle on the River Rivalry Peach Belt Conference Baseball game slated for Wednesday, March 29th. Tickets go on-sale at 10am on Friday, March 3rd. First pitch is slated for 6:35pm. Gates will open at 5:30pm. 

“We’re looking forward to the opportunity to play at SRP Park on March 29th, when we take on Augusta University. This game has become an annual matchup that our players and fans have become accustomed to,” stated South Carolina Aiken’s Head Coach Michael Holder. “The venue, playing surface, concessions, and all accommodations at SRP are first class and we’re honored for such a tremendous experience for our players and fans. Let’s pack the house CSRA! Go Pacers!” 

The Pacers will be in the home third base dugout and the Jaguars will be in the first base dugout. Individual tickets go on-sale Friday, March 3rd! To purchase fans will need to visit greenjacketsbaseball.com starting at 10am on 3/3 or visit the SRP Park Box Office (187 Railroad Avenue). There will be NO phone orders. 

“We are excited to bring back the Battle of the River this year,“ stated Augusta University Jaguars Head Coach Chris Howell. “The GreenJackets and SRP Park provide a top tier professional atmosphere for our players and University. We look forward to seeing you at SRP Park!” 

Ticket Pricing for Augusta University v. USC Aiken game: 

  • • WOW Club!: $15 + fee’s 
  • • Lower Bowl Seating (General Admission): $10 + fee’s 
  • • College Students with ID and Kids 4-12: $5 + fee’s 
  • • Kids 3 and under: Free (ticket given at gate) 
  • • Parking will be $5 at the Stadium Deck (located directly across from the SRP Park) 
  • • Online Ticket Link: https://bit.ly/AU_USCA_Tix 

“We invite the community to come and pack SRP Park for this annual rivalry game on the river,” stated GreenJackets Vice President Tom Denlinger. “We love partnering with Coach Holder and Coach Howell on this annual evening featuring two great regional colleges!” 

The GreenJackets will open VIP ticket sales to GreenJackets season seat members, holders, sponsors & both USC Aiken and Augusta University alumni & booster clubs on Thursday, March 2nd. School alumni and booster members will receive correspondence from their respective schools. 

The Augusta GreenJackets saw success in 2023 ranking #1 in the Carolina League in attendance (out of 30 teams) and set a new franchise record in attendance by averaging 4,096 fans per game. SRP Park welcomes over 300,000 fans through the gates annually between GreenJackets Baseball and Special Events, which includes the SRP Park High School Baseball Showcase presented by TaxSlayer, the Spring Wing & Food Truck Festival, the Augusta Craft Beer Festival and more! Fans can BEE ready for all SRP Park Events & GreenJackets games by checking out our “Need-to-Know” Page for all ballpark policies including clear bags, cashless policy, and mobile ticketing. SRP Park Need-to-Knows: https://bit.ly/AGJ-Need-To-Knows 

About SRP Park/Augusta GreenJackets 

The Augusta GreenJackets are the Single-A affiliate Atlanta Braves. Opening Day is Tuesday, April 11th. 2023 Augusta GreenJackets Full, Half and 20-game season seat memberships are on sale now. To learn more about the benefits and to lock in your seat to cheer on the Braves of tomorrow, visit www.gjmembers.com or call (803) 349-WINS (9467). 

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