Loudoun Hounds Break Ground, Stadium to be Named ‘Edelman Financial Field’

VIP Sports & Entertainment broke ground today on a new stadium for the developing indy pro Loudoun Hounds (Atlantic League).  The ballpark naming rights partner was also announced.

Logo Unveiled for Peoria’s Dozer Park

As the new naming rights partner for the home of the Single-A Peoria Chiefs (Midwest league), heavy-equipment giant Caterpillar Inc. has unveiled their logo for “Dozer Park.”  Read more here.

Swing Juice Named Partner with New England Collegiate Baseball League

PRESS RELEASE – Swing Juice, a hybrid, an all natural energy drink based locally in Rhode Island, has partnered with the New England Collegiate Baseball League for the 2013 summer baseball season.

Pelicans to Sell Ballpark Naming Rights, Hire LSM

PRESS RELEASE – The Myrtle Beach Pelicans announced today they have retained Legends Sales and Marketing (LSM) to exclusively sell the naming rights to Pelicans Ballpark. In addition to the ballpark’s naming rights, LSM, will also develop and identify new sponsorship opportunities and partners for the Club.

Chiefs Stadium Renamed (Bull)Dozer Park, Caterpillar Naming Rights Partner for 10 Years

PRESS RELEASE – The Peoria Chiefs and Caterpillar Inc. have announced the renaming of Peoria Chiefs Stadium to “Dozer Park” effective immediately. The agreement is part of a 10-year $2 million investment by Caterpillar in the naming rights for the ballpark in partnership with the Chiefs.

Mayor Negotiates $150K Naming Rights Deal for Bowman Field

Williamsport (PA) Mayor Gabriel Campana announced that he has successfully negotiated a corporate naming rights deal for Bowman Field, home of the Single-A Williamsport Crosscutters (New York-Penn League).  If approved by the city council in June, the naming rights partner will pay the city $30,000 per year for five years.  Funds will be used for ballpark improvements.  The new name for the

City, CAT, Banks Step Up to Save Chiefs

The financially struggling Single-A Peoria Chiefs (Midwest League) could be saved with a $7-million restructuring plan that includes forgiveness of bond payments to the city, the purchase of ballpark naming rights by heavy-equipment manufacturer Caterpillar, Inc., loan reduction by banks, increased investment by team owners, and higher fees for Bradley University to use the facility.  The deal must

Midland Looking for New Ballpark Naming Rights Partner

The city of Midland (TX) is looking for a new company to buy the naming rights to Citibank Ballpark, home of of the Double-A Midland RockHounds (Texas League).  Citibank, the current naming rights partner, reportedly paid its last payment of $90,000 to the city earlier this year.  The city expects to issue a request for proposal (RFP) soliciting bids for the sponsorship in the next few

NewBridge Bancorp Extends Ballpark Naming Rights Agreement

NewBridge Bancorp and the Single-A Greensboro Grasshoppers (South Atlantic League) said Wednesday that the bank has extended its naming rights agreement for the Grasshoppers’ baseball stadium for an additional four years through 2021.  Read more here.

Oilmen Launch Marketing Campaign During ’42′ Movie Debut

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Indiana Oilmen are pleased to announce that they will kick off their 2013 marketing efforts with a new commercial that will air in conjunction with the release of the movie “42” on Friday, April 12.

Zoning Approved for More External Advertising at New BB&T Ballpark

The Charlotte (NC) City Council has approved an advertising plan that allows for more murals, graphic panels and sponsor logos on the outside of the new baseball stadium for the Triple-A Charlotte Knights (International League).  Read more here.

Knights, BB&T Reveal BB&T Ballpark Logos

PRESS RELEASE – On Wednesday, March 20, during a press conference held at BB&T Ballpark, the future home of the Charlotte Knights, representatives from the Knights and BB&T unveiled the logos for the team’s new Uptown Charlotte ballpark. The design was created by local firm Luquire George Andrews.

U. S. Steel Signs 10-Year Pact to Retain Stadium Naming Rights

PRESS RELEASE – U.S. Steel and the Gary SouthShore RailCats have reached a new 10-year naming rights agreement, keeping U. S. Steel Yard the name of the RailCats’ home stadium through the 2022 season.

Alliance Bank Stadium to Become NBT Bank Stadium?

Alliance Banks announced in October that it has been acquired by Norwich (CT)-based NBT Bank.  Along with changing the branding on all the bank’s branches, Onondaga County (NY) officials are expected to announce on Wednesday a name change for Alliance Bank Stadium, home to the Triple-A Syracuse Chiefs (International League).  Read more here.

BridgePort Brewing Company Named Official Beer of the Hillsboro Hops

PRESS RELEASE – Bring me some peanuts and…IPA? The Single-A baseball Hillsboro Hops announced a multi-year partnership with BridgePort Brewing Company based in Portland, Ore. As per Hillsboro Hops team policy, financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Las Vegas to Advertise at Four MLB Parks

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is partnering with four Major League Baseball stadiums to advertise the fun of Sin City.  The four parks chosen include Dodger Stadium, Wrigley Field, Rangers Ballpark, and Citi Field.  Read more here.

Mets Partner with Amway

Multi-level marketer Amway has opened a storefront-style business center at CitiField, home of the New York Mets.  As described by Amway on AmwayBusinessCenterNY.com, the new outpost serves a purpose beyond a sponsorship:

Friendly’s Now Official Ice Cream of Cape, Sponsors League and 2013 All-Star Game

PRESS RELEASE – Two old friends will reunite this summer when Friendly’s Ice Cream joins forces with the Cape Cod Baseball League to deliver a home run to fans by sponsoring the 2013 Cape League All-Star game.

Bisons Unveil New Uniforms, 2013 Promotions

PRESS RELEASE – The Buffalo Bisons will have an exciting new look when they begin a new era in Buffalo baseball on Opening Day, April 4, 2013 at Coca-Cola Field. Today, the team unveiled their new home, road and alternate uniforms that combine performance technology from Russell Athletic with a design that honors both the team’s past and its future.

Clipper Magazine Extends Ballpark Naming Rights Agreement

PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster Barnstormers and Clipper Magazine jointly announced today that the Barnstormers home will continue to be called “Clipper Magazine Stadium” through 2019, and perhaps beyond.

Hoover Met Again, Young Leaves Barons for New (Sort Of) Stadium Management Gig

The city of Hoover (AL) has decided to change the name of Regions Park back to Hoover Metropolitan Stadium, now that the Double-A Birmingham Barons (Southern League) are moving to new digs in downtown Birmingham (AL).  Read more here.  Meanwhile, James Young has left his role as director of stadium operations for the Barons to serve as a facility manager for the Hoover Met.  Read more here.  Thanks to Joe DeLeonard for the links.

Pringles Park No More

The Double-A Jackson Generals (Southern League) and the Kellogg Company have been unable to reach an agreement on extending the naming-rights contract for Pringles Park, now known temporarily as Generals Park.  According to an e-mail from a Kellogg spokesman, it appears the Generals were attempting to increase the price tag over the previous contract.  Despite an increase in

Freedom Agree to Ballpark Naming Rights Deal with UC Health

The indy pro Florence Freedom (Frontier League) and UC Health have agreed to 10-year ballpark naming rights deal.  The former Champion Window Field will now be known as UC Health Stadium.  Read more here.

Dehler Makes Good on Donation Payment for Ballpark Naming Rights

Jon Dehler, the owner of Fleetwood Gaming Inc. who pledged $1 million for the naming rights to $12.5 million Dehler Park, home of the Rookie-level Billings Mustangs (Pioneer League), is now current on his donation commitment after making a $50,000 payment to the city last week.  It was due on July 1.  Read more here.

Ballpark Renamed Arm & Hammer Park

PRESS RELEASE – The home ballpark for the Trenton Thunder, Double A affiliate of the New York Yankees, will now be known as ARM & HAMMER™ Park following a press conference today in Trenton that included representatives from Princeton, NJ-based Church & Dwight Co. Inc.

U.S. Cellular Exits Chicago Market, Keeps Name on Ballpark

Chicago-based U.S. Cellular has decided to throw in the towel in the Chicago market, but it still plans to keep its name on U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox.  The company pays $3.5 million per year for the ballpark’s naming rights.  Read more here.

Improvements to Pringles Park on Docket

The Jackson (TN) City Council will consider tonight a request from the Double-A Jackson Generals (Southern League) for $200,000 in improvements to Pringles Park, including expanding the box office and concession stand areas, and improving the lighting to meet MiLB standards.  Read more here.  Meanwhile, the Generals continue negotiations with Kellogg’s for renewing the ballpark’s naming rights.  Read more here.

Express, Dell Renew Stadium Naming Rights Deal

PRESS RELEASE – Round Rock Express Baseball and Dell Inc. announced Thursday a 10-year renewal of their agreement for naming rights to Dell Diamond, home of the Texas Rangers Triple-A affiliate located on U.S. Highway 79 in Round Rock. Dell has been the Express stadium naming rights partner since the franchise’s inception, and the extension keeps the venue’s

Donor Pledges $15M for New Suns Park

The City of Hagerstown (MD) says an unnamed donor has verbally pledged $15 million for the proposed new stadium for the Single-A Hagerstown Suns (South Atlantic League).  The donor would like to remain anonymous for now but has asked for the ballpark’s naming rights.  Read more here.

T-Bones, Credit Union Extend Naming Rights Agreement

The indy pro Kansas City T-Bones (American Association) and CommunityAmerica Credit Union have reached a long-term deal to extend the naming rights to CommunityAmerica Ballpark.  The credit union has had its name on the stadium since it opened 10 years ago.  Read more here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the link.

Hillsboro Council to Consider Proposed Ballpark Naming Rights Deal

The City of Hillsboro (OR) has reportedly negotiated the terms of a ballpark naming rights agreement for the 4,500-seat stadium to be built at the Gordon Faber Recreational Complex for the Single-A Yakima Bears (Northwest League).  The proposed deal, worth $150,000 annually, is expected to come before the city council Tuesday.  Read more here.

Signage Design Approved for New Barons Ballpark

The Birmingham Design Review Committee has approved the signage design for the LED message board, scoreboard, ticket booths, entrances, team store and other signs for the new $64-million downtown ballpark for the Double-A Birmingham Barons (Southern League).  Read more here.

Skeeters Ink Naming Rights Deal for Ballpark’s Sky Box and Club Level Areas

PRESS RELEASE – The Sugar Land Skeeters announced today a new five-year agreement with Insperity for naming rights sponsorship of the Sky Box and Club Level at Constellation Field. Effective immediately, the Sky Box and Club Level will be known as the Insperity Club™ Level, and the former Legends Club has now become the Insperity Club™. Insperity is also the naming rights

Rangers Introduce the Broomstick Express

Move over Oscar Meyer Weiner Mobile!  The Texas Rangers have unveiled the “Broomstick Express,” a weiner car of sorts to promote the mega Broomstick hot dog introduced by the Rangers and foodservice-provider Delaware North earlier this year.  The winner of Monday night’s Broomstick hot dog eating contest was the first to receive a ride around the field on the new promo vehicle.  Read more here.

Broomstick Express, Texas Rangers Facebook Photo

Ballpark Namings Right$ in the Grapefruit League

As the Minnesota Twins continue negotiations with Lee County (FL) for substantial upgrades to Hammond Stadium and control of the spring-training facility’s naming rights, Sabina Bhasin from NaplesNews.com takes a look at ballpark naming-rights deals in the Grapefruit League.  Read more here.

Johnstown May Sell Naming Rights to ‘Point Stadium

The City of Johnstown (PA) is exploring the possibility of selling the naming rights to two local sports facilities, including the rebuilt Point Stadium.  One local argues that even smaller facilities have garnered six figures over 10 years, but that may be overly optimistic.  It’s not just about the facility but the market.  Johnstown has a population of around 20,000 and is nearly 70 miles

FCBL Inks League-Wide Sponsorship Deal

PRESS RELEASE – The Futures Collegiate Baseball League of New England, a summer collegiate baseball league, announced today that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with Code Beverages, thus making Code Beverages the official energy drink of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League (FCBL) for the 2012 and 2013 seasons.

Storm Cross Marketing with X-Games Star

PRESS RELEASE – The unlikely pairing of action sports with America’s Favorite Pastime begins Friday at X Games 2012 when freestyle motocross “Godfather” Mike Metzger sports the nationally recognized eyes logo of his hometown’s baseball team, the Lake Elsinore Storm.

Ballpark Naming Rights Partner Inked in River Falls

The proposed new community ballpark in River Falls (WI), a town of 15,000 located about 30 miles east of Minneapolis-St. Paul (MN), will be known as First National Bank of River Falls Field at Hoffman Park, after a $100,000 contribution from the local bank.  The River Falls Baseball Council has also secured $50,000 from General Beer Northwest to help build a new Leinie Lodge pavilion equipped with

River Falls Makes Fundraising Progress for New Park

The River Falls Baseball Council in River Falls (WI), a town of 15,000 located about 30 miles east of Minneapolis-St. Paul (MN), is making progress to raise funds to build a new community ballpark.  General Beer Northwest, a local distributor of Miller and Leinenkugel’s products, has committed $50,000 to help build a new Leinie Lodge pavilion equipped with restrooms and concessions.