In partnership with Murphy Auto Group and Paine College for the National Christian Collegiate Athletic Conference, SRP Park will soon host the third annual HBCU Baseball Classic on Saturday, March 2, at noon.
This year’s event will include an added game to the schedule as SRP Park will host a triple header. The first game will feature two local high school teams as Cross Creek will play Westside.
Afterwards, Paine College will play a doubleheader against Lincoln University.
“We are extremely excited to partner with Mike and his team at Murphy Auto Group and host the third annual HBCU Classic at SRP Park,” said Brandon Greene, the GreenJackets general manager. “This annual event has grown each year, as we know with the support of the community, it will continue to grow stronger.”
Mike Murphy, Murphy Auto Group owner, said baseball played a vital role in lifting his family up from a time of poverty, and he hopes many participants understand the importance of the event, especially for students.
“Let’s rally behind HBCU baseball, specifically supporting Paine College,” he said. “The decline in African American players, dropping from 18% to 6%, calls for our attention. Join us in reversing this trend by coming out and supporting Paine College’s baseball program.”
Lower Bowl tickets will be $10 each and a portion of ticket sales will go towards the Paine College Baseball program. Kids ages 12 and under are encouraged to wear their uniforms from their local team; children wearing a uniform will receive free access to the Wellstar MCG Health Kids Zone during the game.
“Please join us to support Paine University Baseball on March 2 at SRP Park,” said Greene.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting www.greenjacketsbaseball.com.
A number of luxury suites will also be available. For those interested in luxury suites, contact the SRP Park at 803-349-9467.
For sponsorship inquiries during the HBCU Baseball Classic Tournament presented by Murphy Auto Group, contact Grace Thomas at gthomas@murphyag.com
“Your presence makes a difference,” said Murphy.
Liz Wright is a staff writer covering education, lifestyle and general assignments for The Augusta Press. Reach her at liz@theaugustapress.com
