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Athens, Georgia, U.S.A. "The Classic City of the South"
"Home of the Athens Pirates College Summer Baseball Club: REAL BASEBALL for College Baseball Players". "The Second Best College Sports Town in America" -Sports Illustrated Magazine, Sept.2003 ; "One of the Best College Towns in America" -U.S.News & World Report. "The Best College Music Town in America" - Rolling Stone Magazine (2003).
BASEBALL FANS: Love Baseball?
Come see some of the best pre-professional college baseball talent from across North America playing minor league quality baseball.
The Athens Pirates play a 40-Game Schedule with Home Games at Smith Field (1570 Old Epps Bridge Road, 1/2 mile behind Ryan's Restaurant)in Athens, GA.
A full-service Concession Stand serving fresh food and drinks is available at moderate prices. Official team wood bats & mini-bats, League baseballs, and others souvenirs available for player autographs. Special Events for kids! For information contact: Bill Park, GM, PO Box 462 Nicholson, Ga. 30565 or call 1-706-296-4054. E mail address: wbpark@bellsouth.net or athenspirates@yahoo.com
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Tuesday, January 20
Sign up for the Athens Pirates Summer Camp - 8 Sessions to Choose From
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2009 Athens Pirates Baseball Camp – Web Site: www.athenspirates.com Ages 5-18
Times: 9AM – 1Pm
Camp Rate: $100 or $30 Daily . Held at Smith Field, 1570 Old Epps Bridge Road, Athens, GA (Approx. ½ mile behind the Epps Bridge Parkway Ryan’s Restaurant.)
Session 1: June 1, 2, 3, 4 __________
Session 2: June 8, 9, 10, 11 ________
Session 3: June 15, 16, 17, 18 _______
Session 4: June 22, 23,24,25 _________
Session 5: June 29, 30, July 1, 2_______
Session 6: July 6, 7, 8, 9 __________
Session 7: July 13, 14, 15, 16 ________
Session 8: July 20, 21, 22, 23 _______
Mechanics of Hitting ** Pitching ** Defense **Base Running ** Skills
Players will be divided by Age & Skills – Hourly Rate Instruction Available
Coaching Staff: Bill Park JR, General Manager of the Athens Pirates and College All-Star Baseball Players from across North America.
The Athens Pirates are members of the Great South League (greatsouthleague.com ). All players are potential Major League Baseball prospects. This camp helps college players earn money for the summer and may raise funds for the Pirates. The camp will improve skills and knowledge of the game of baseball regardless of age. Being involved with College players and learning from them is our goal. Host Families still wanted for 2009 summer season.
INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION AND TRAINING SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE no age limit
Camp Application Amount Enclosed $__________
Name/Team _____________________________________________________________
Address & Cell Phone Number(s)________________________________________________
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Release & Indemnity Agreement
I hereby give consent for my child to participate in the “Athens Pirates Baseball Camp”. I understand that injuries can occur during participation in a sport such as baseball. I hereby release and hold harmless The Athens Pirates, William B. Park, Kimberly J. Park, The Smith Family of Smith Field, the coaching staff; baseball players and/or any other affiliated companies and their respective agents, employees and players harmless of any liability claims, demands, injuries, or causes of actions which may arise by virtue of acts of omissions, or omissions of acts, negligible or otherwise. A parent or guardian MUST sign this form if the child is under the age of 18.
Parent/Guardian ________________________________ Date _________________
Please send application to: Athens Pirates, P.O. Box 462, Nicholson, GA 30565
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Friday, January 30
Join the Pirates on FACEBOOK
The Pirates have a FACEBOOK Page that we invite you to join. Please click on:
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Saturday, February 28
Playing Ball with The Athens Pirates - Flagpole Magazine Article
"Playing Ball with the Athens Pirates", featured article in Athens' Flagpole Magazine:
http://flagpole.com/Weekly/Features/AthensPirates.2Jul08
Saturday, February 28
Southern Distinction Magazine: Athen Pirates
Saturday, February 28
Southern Distinction Magazine Article
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Tuesday, January 20
Ex-Pirate,Mike McCardell, Named "Minnesota Twins Minor League Player of the Year"
November 13, 2008
USA Today selected RHP Mike McCardell as the Minnesota Twins Minor League Player of the Year. "Mac" played the summer season of 2005 with the Athens Pirates and was a Pirate teammate of Mike LaLuna (Detroit Tigers); Brett Butts (Atlanta Braves); Justin Edwards (Can-Am League); Chris Klepps, Joe Vingo, and Dustin Longchamps (Frontier League); Jake Willis (2008 MAAC Player of the Year);
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Tuesday, January 20
Ex-Athens Pirate Mike LaLuna Sold to Detroit Tigers
Mike LaLuna, a member of the 2006 Athens Pirates, has been "sold" by Independent Baseball to the Detroit Tigers. Laluna was recently named the #1 Prospect in Independent Baseball by Baseball America.
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Tuesday, January 20
Former Pirate, Mike LaLuna, has been named #1 Prospect in Independent Professional Baseball
Former Athens Pirate, Mike LaLuna, has been named the #1 Prospect in Independent Professional Baseball by Baseball America. Read the whole article:
Tuesday, January 20
Washington Nationals highlight former Athens Pirate John Lannan in NationalsNation
The NationalsNation web site has a feature article on former Athens Pirate, John Lannan, who the summer before (2004) making it to the majors played a full season with the Athens Pirates. John went from Single "A" to Major League Baseball in three months during 2005. The Pirates were his last summer team before making it to the big leagues.
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Tuesday, January 20
Jimmy Jackson, ex-Pirate, Joins Siena College Coaching ranks.
Former Athens Pirate, Jimmy Jackson has joined Tony Rossi's staff at Siena College as an Assistant Coach. Jimmy was a big part of the Athens Pirates 2003 Summer Team and a Pirate teammate of Chuck James (Atlanta Braves) and Jeff Keppinger (Cincinnati Reds). Jackson will join former Athens Pirates: Craig Chaput; Don DiPetta; Kyle Sumple; Zack Hartman; and Kevin Quaranto.
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Wednesday, June 18
Pirates offer Individual Instruction: Offense, Defense, Hitting, Pitching - all aspects of the game
Baseball Lessons:
The Athens Pirates offer individualized baseball instruction from it's all-star baseball players. The Players hail from across North America representing 17 colleges/universities, 13 States, and 2 foreign countries.
Learn from players who have a wide range of techniques and skills.
The players earn all the money from this activity which represents their summer job while in Athens. The cost per hour is just $20 compared to as much as $85/hour in our area.
Learn to be a Switch Hitter this summer!
Work on your pitching form.
Learn to slap hit.
Increase your foot speed, balance, and coordination.
At the same time, become friends with a potential Major Leaguer.
For more information write: athenspirates@yahoo.com or call the GM, Bill Park, at 706-296-4054 or 1-706-354-6789.
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Tuesday, January 20
2009 Player Contract - Please complete and Return
2009 Player Contract College Summer Baseball Letter of Commitment Name of League: Great South League Date _____________________Team – ___________________________________________________Name of Player _______________________________Date of Birth _______________Home Address_______________________City______________State_____Zip______Social Security Number __________________Home Telephone ( ) _________________College __________________________Year in School (Spring 2008)____________________Campus Mailing Address __________________City _____________ State _____Zip_________Position ___Height ____ft._ in._ Weight ______ Bats ___Throws__ Cell Phone _____________Cell phones: ______________yours; _______________parent(s); _________________Coaches. Do you wish to be employed during the 2009 summer league season? I certify that I will not use any form of tobacco during practice sessions or contests. I understand that by signing this document I am committed to the above team and to the league, which is premier wood-bat summer baseball league. I have not signed, and will not sign, any other summer league commitment form for the 2009 season. Signing this document prohibits me from participating on any other summer league team. I may participate on other outside teams only according to team and league regulations. I understand that this is a direct offer of the team to fill a place on its team roster in accordance with these rules of the league. I understand that I may be released from this letter of commitment only in the event of my signing a professional contract; being selected to an active traveling all-star team sanctioned or sponsored by the NCAA, the U.S. Olympic Committee or any of its subordinate committees, or a similar amateur athletics authority; or by written mutual consent of the commissioner and or team general manager of both involved leagues. In consideration of acceptance of this contract I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators and any other representative, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against The Great South League, The Georgia Collegiate League, The Georgia Dugout Club, the Athens Pirates, William B. Park, and Kimberly J. Park, the General Managers, the Coaches, The League Officers and Staff, The American Amateur Baseball Congress, CABA, The National Baseball Congress, and any other person or organization not specifically named but involved in summer baseball for any and all injuries suffered by me in games and practices for the team or league, team or league activity, any all-star team, which this contract is signed. If a minor, the parent(s) or guardian must sign with the player. I understand that this letter of commitment is not valid until each of the requested signatures is obtained. Player’s Signature ________________________Date _____________ Athletics Director’s (or representative) Signature __________________Date _________ Parent’s Signature (if a minor) ___________________________Date ______________ Team/League’s Signature ______________________________Date ________
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Athens Pirates "Team of the Decade"
The All Time Pirates Team. We welcome your vote. Write athenspirates@yahoo.com
Here are the exciting results.
1B-Ben Clay (West Liberty State) 2002; Anthony Boughner (Ohio Valley College) 2001; Bruce Berryman (Emmanual College) 1999; Wes Sorrells (Georgia College) 2004, 2005
2B-Ryan Lindstadt (Shippensburg Univerisity) 2003; Jason Walck (Shepherd College)2002
SS-Edwin Ull, 2000 (West Virgia Tech); Jeff Keppinger (University of Georgia) 2001; Brett Campbell (Kenessaw State) 2003
3B-Matt Gunderson, 2000 (Portland State); Edwin Ull, 2000; Marshall Brizendine (Emmanual College) 1999; Jake Willis (Siena College)2005; Corey Finley (West Liberty State) 2008, 2009
LF-Marcus Davis (Alcorn State) 2006 (All Region Player of the Year); Larry Pittman, (Columbus State)2000 (DII Player of the Year); Chris Crawford (University of Georgia) 1998
CF-Bryan Stevenson (Eastern Kentucky & Bluefield State) 2003,2004; Darryl Blaze (University of Georgia) 2000,2001; Charlie James (Chattahoochee State) 2002; Chris Burhans (University of Michigan) 2002; Greg Kellum (Emmanual College) 1998; Ryan Loper (Kutztown University) 2005; Brent Bumgarner *West Alabama)2007, 2008
RF-Jack Stewart (Georgia State University), 1996-2003; Luke Lambo (Iona College)2000; Scott King (Siena College) 2004; Sean Harrell (Georgia College)2006, 2007; Jabari Blash (Miami Dade CC) 2008
Catcher -George Carroll (New York Tech) 2008; Greg Gilroy (New York Tech) 2007 ;Tom Murray (New York Tech) 2006; Charlie Drummond (Shepherd College) 2002 (DII Player of the Year); Ben Hudson (Truett McConnell JC) 2000; Bo Bray (LaGrange College)2003; Eddie Campbell (Georgia College & Georgia Perimeter JC) 2001
RHP-Thad Marchman (Georgia State University), 1996-2003; Matt Steele (University of Georgia) 1999; Brandon Moorhead (University of Georgia)2000, 2001; Ben Sosebee (Truett McConnell & Kennessaw State University)2003,2004; Jake Baker (University of Georgia) 2003; Shannon Smith (Emmanual College) 1998; Mike "Mac" McCardell (Kutztown University) 2005; Craig "Chappy" Chaput (Siena College)2005; Brett Butts (Auburn University) 2006; Mike Eifel (Dominican College) 2007
LHP-Anthony Boughner (Ohio Valley College) 2002; Charlie James (Chattahoochie State JC )2002; Brandon Anglin (University of Georgia)1999-2001; Jesse Smoulder (West Liberty State)2002; John Lannan (Siena College)2004; Clete Jessup (Georgia College) 2007, 2008; Greg Hendrix (Shelton State) 2007, 2008
Closer-Mark Miller 2000 (University of Georgia); Josh McLaughlin 2003 (University of Georgia), Jimmy Jackson (Shepherd College) 2002; John Hermann (University of Georgia) 2008
Utility- Andy Christian (Ohio Valley College) 1999, 2000; Paul Greco (College of St. Rose) 2004; Mike LaLuna (New York Tech) 2005; Nate Olson (Long Island University) 2005
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Wednesday, June 4
Pirates Billboards on the Atlanta Highway
Athens, GA.
Pirates Billboards
Look for them around town. Hint: Atlanta Highway. The first Ten People that e mail us and identify the location will win a Team Autographed League Baseball and free tickets to the game of their choice. Write us: athenspirates@yahoo.com
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Saturday, April 12
2005 Athens Pirates Mike McCardell named "Best Curveball" & #18 Prospect in Minnesota Twins Organization
KUTZTOWN, Pa. — Former Kutztown University and Athens Pirates standout pitcher Mike McCardell (West Chester/Henderson HS) was named the No. 18 prospect in the Minnesota Twins organization by Baseball America.
McCardell, a first baseman/right-handed pitcher for KU from 2004-07, made his professional debut last summer in the Twins organization. After being drafted in the sixth round of the 2007 Major League Baseball Draft, McCardell reported to the Gulf Coast League Twins. There he was 2-0 with a 2.50 ERA and had 25 strikeouts in 18 innings.
He was quickly promoted to the high-rookie ball Elizabethton Twins, where he had a 5-1 record and 2.00 ERA in eight starts. In 45 innings, McCardell fanned 70 batters, with opponents hitting .179 against him. Between the two levels, he compiled an impressive 102-9 strikeout to walk ratio, which includes a playoff game at Elizabethton.
 According to Baseball America, McCardell is not only the No. 18 prospect for the Twins, he also has the best curveball, which was also ruled the best secondary pitch in the entire Twins minor league organization.
“He’s athletic and has a pitcher’s frame, with excellent control of his fastball. His best pitch is an outstanding curveball, one he can throw for strikes or bury as a chase pitch,” scout John Wilson, who signed McCardell, told Baseball America. “His fastball/curveball combo profiles him as at least a setup man right now. He's expected to get on the fast track and jump to high class A.”
At Kutztown, McCardell was 7-3 with five saves and a 2.00 earned-run average in 21 appearances as a senior last year. He struck out 86 and walked just 11 in 67.1 innings. For his career, he finished with a 2.82 ERA, second lowest in school history. He holds the school record for saves (21), is third in strikeouts (278), fourth in innings pitched (236.1) and fifth in wins (20).
McCardell was a two-time all-region pick, by both Daktronics and the ABCA, and two-time first-team All-PSAC East selection as a pitcher and infielder. He was named the ABCA North Atlantic Region Pitcher of the Year and the ABCA/Rawlings Golden Glove pitcher for the region in 2007 and was the 2006 PSAC East Pitcher of the Year. McCardell played for the well-known Athens Pirates (GA) College Summer Baseball Club for the 2005 Summer Season.
Wednesday, March 12
Athens Pirates on Youtube!
Check out the Athens Pirates on youtube!
Click on the above mini tv.
Double click on the mini tv and go to the Youtube site directly.
Tuesday, August 21
Pirates announce that Four former players have made it to the Majors in past Five Years
Athens, Georgia:
The Athens Pirates announced today that four of their former players have made it to the Major Leagues in the past five years.
2001 Athens Pirates - Jeff Keppinger, SS, Cincinnati Reds - 4th Round Draft Selection of the Pittsburgh Pirates - 114th overall selection in 2001.
2002 Athens Pirates - Chuck James, LHP, Atlanta Braves - 20th Round Draft Selection and 605 th overall player drafted in 2002.
Brett Campbell, RHP - Washington Nationals - 34th Round Selection of the Montreal Expos (1014th overall selection) in 2002.
2004 Athens Pirates - John Lannan, LHP - Washington Nationals - 11th Round Selection -324th overall selection in 2005.
The Pirates expect several other former players will join these ranks in the next couple of years: e.g. Mike McCardell, Twins; Marcus Davis, Pirates; Brett Butts, Braves; Richie Daigle, Padres; Brian Kappel, Mariners; (you could be the next to join this elite group).
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Tuesday, September 25
Fiorenza brought up to AAA with Mariners Organizaion - 2004 Athens Pirate
Drew Fiorenza of Clemson University, a 15th round pick of the Seattle Mariners in 2006, has been brought up to the Mariner's AAA affiliate in Tacoma, the Tacoma Rainers. Fiorenza was a member of the 2004 Athens Pirates and 4th Athens Pirate to be drafted by the Mariners: Ben Hudson, 1999, 2000; Brandon Moorhead, 2000, 2001; and Brian Kappel, 2003.
Saturday, August 18
Former Athens Pirate Left Hander built bonds in Athens -Feature News Story in the Athens Banner Herald
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Tuesday, August 7
Former Athens Pirate, John Lannan, pitching for Nationals v. Barry Bonds
San Francisco, CA.
John Lannan, former left-handed pitcher with the 2004 Athens Pirates, started tonight for the Washington Nationals against the San Francisco Giants and Barry Bonds. Lannan held Bonds in check through 8 innings allowing just one run. Bonds popped up to the 3rd baseman; walked, hit into a doulbe play and struck out against Lannan.
Lannan was making his third Major League start. Check the 2004 team for Lannan's stats.
The Athens newspaper had this to say about John Lannan:
http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/080707/sports_20070807062.shtml
Friday, June 29
Video: Watch a video on Athens Pirates Coach, Ricky Jones - Click on Video Story in Article
Online Athens . Com Video - Click on Story
Thursday, July 12
Recent Athens Pirates' Press Coverage in the Athens Banner Herald Daily Newspaper
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Thursday, June 28
Veggie Tales: The Pirates who don't do anything - Kids - have some Pirate fun with Veggie Tales!
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Monday, June 18
Take me out to the Ball Game - Original Recording 1928
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| Former Athens Pirate - Richie Daigle
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Thursday, June 28
Former Pirate Richie Daigle moves into starting rotation in Padres Organization - High A
Former Athens Pirate moves from middle relief to the starting rotation in Class-A
LAKE ELSINORE, Calif. Former Athens Pirates and North Georgia College & State University baseball player Richie Daigle impressed the San Diego Padres' organization with last year's 6-1 record in middle relief, that they sent him back to Lake Elsinore and into the starting rotation for the 2007 season.
Daigle, a product of Brunswick, appeared in 53 games last season out of the bullpen. He posted a 6-1 record with a 3.42 earned run average, while striking out 36 just a year ago.
This season, after a strenous off-season workout in Dahlonega, Daigle moved into the starting rotation and started 13 games to this point. Although his record and ERA are not what they were last year, he is still on a learning curve with starting games instead of coming out of the bullpen.
This season, Daigle is 3-4 with a 7.86 ERA in 63 innings. Through 13 games, Daigle has almost surpassed his total innings pitched from a season ago. He has allowed 86 hits, while striking out 41.
He got his first victory as a starter on May 15 with a six inning performance in front of the home crowd. His last start was on June 10 in which he lasted just 3 2/3 innings, but appeared on June 15 out of the bullpen.
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Thursday, June 28
Former Pirate Brian Kappel moves up to High A minors in Seattle Mariners system.
Former Athens Pirate and Princeton University pitcher, Brian Kappel, returned to the Mariners farm team in Wisconsin, where he spent most of last season, in May. There he has one save in five appearances and a 2.84 ERA. He began the season with Seattles affiliate in Adelanto, Calif., the High Desert Mavericks. Kappel was 2-1 with a 5.06 ERA in 16 innings there.
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Thursday, June 28
Former Athens Pirate John Lannan moves up to AA Harrisonburg Senators with Nationals Organization
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Former Athens Pirates pitchers, John Lannan (LHP) and Brett Campbell (RHP) became teammates with the Harrisonburg Senators when Lannan recently made the jump from Single A ball.
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Saturday, June 9
Four Former Athens Pirates chosen in the 2007 MLB draft
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Athens, Georgia:
The Athens Pirates announced today that three of their former players were chosen in the top 588 players taken in the draft world.
Mike "Mac" McCardell of Kutztown University (PA) was chosen in the 6th round by the Minnesta Twins as the 212th overall pick. Marcus Davis of Alcorn State Unversity (MS) was chosen in the 18th Round by the Pittsburgh Pirates as the 548th player chosen. Brett Butts of Auburn University was chosen by the home-town Atlanta Braves with the 588th overall pick in the 19th round. Tom Hill of The University at Albany (NY) was chosen by the Kansas City Royals in the 34th round.
McCardell, a right-handed pitcher, was 7-3 with five saves and a 2.00 earned-run average in 21 appearances this season. He struck out 86 and walked just 11 in 67.1 innings.
For his career, he finished with a 2.82 ERA, second lowest in school history. He holds the school record for saves (21), third in strikeouts (278), fourth in innings pitched (236.1) and fifth in wins (20).
Im overjoyed for Mike, KU head coach Chris Blum said. Hes surrounded by a great family, and I cant thank Mike and his family enough. They took a chance on Kutztown coming out of high school. I had the pleasure of watching him over four years, to mature and become a truly outstanding player. I cant be happier for Mike and the entire McCardell family.
Its really exciting, because Ive worked for this day for a long time, McCardell said. I was told I may be selected anywhere from the 10th to the 15th round, so to be taken in the sixth round is just unbelievable. I want to thank my parents for always being there for me and coming to all my games. I also want to thank Kutztown University, Coach Blum and the rest of the baseball team for everything theyve done for me.
McCardell played summer ball in 2005 for the Athens Pirates where he was an All-Star in the Southern Collegiate Baseball League (SCBL).
McCardell is the second-highest draft choice in KU history. Only Ryan Vogelsong, who was taken in the fifth round in 1998, was a higher choice. MCcardell is with the GCL Twins in the Minnesota Organization.
Alcorn State Braves Outfielder Marcus Davis was drafted in the 18th Round of the Major League Baseball Draft. Davis, a senior outfielder from Magee, hit .393 with 16 home runs and 63 RBIs. He was also named the Southwest Athletic Conferences preseason baseball player of the year. Davis is currently with the State College Spikes in the Pirates Organization (MLB).
Brett Butts, a Junior from Auburn University, had a solid season coming out of the bullpen, leading the team in saves (6), innings by a reliever (54) and appearances (24). His 2.83 ERA was 3rd on the team as he went 2-2 on the year, striking out 54 as he walked just 23. "I'm just glad it's over with. I have been stressing about it forever. Since the season ended, I didn't know what to do", Butts said. "I have been a Braves fan forever and it's a little more special to be drafted by the hometown team". Butts went 3-2, 2.61 at three levels in the Braves organization this summer before finishing it at Double-A Mississippi in the Texas League playoffs.
Tommy Hill, Catcher from The University of Albany, NY was chosen in the 34th round by the Kansas City Royals. Hill was the Pirates catcher in the 2005 season.
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Sunday, May 27
In Memory of Stan Stanchek - God Bless You Stan
The Pirates lost a one of our greatest supporters and friend. Without Stan's help it is doubtful that the Pirates would have succeeded and grown to what we've become. God Bless You Stan. We will remember you always.
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Friday, May 18
INTERNET RADIO
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Tuesday, May 22
Athens Pirates Seeking Sponsorships to defray increasing costs of running the team
Athens Pirates College Summer Baseball Sponsorship Form.
The Athens Pirates are a College Summer Baseball Club attracting all star quality baseball players from throughout North America but catering to local grown talent.
The team basically offers three types of sponsorships:
Type 1 _______ $250 Provides LISTING ON THE WEB SITE (www.eteamz.com/athenspirates ) as well as ROTATING BANNERS of sponsors as people click on to various pages on the site. Also included is a listing on the TEAM BANNER that hangs on the Home Dugout. Sponsors also receive FIVE SEASON TICKETS valued at $50 each.
Type 2 _______ $500 Same as the above but with TEN SEASON TICKETS; Internet Radio Advertising; In Game Recognition; and other special considerations: e.g. Batboy selection for each game; special road trip offers etc..
Type 3 ________ $50 Season Tickets to all HOME GAMES. Great for give-a-ways for clients, friends, family, and general usage.
Type 4 $_______ Other & Special Purchase Sponsorship for uniforms, hats, bats, balls, equipment, and other special use.
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Sponsor Name, Address, City, State, Zip, E mail, and phone numbers.
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Authorized Representative
Athens Pirates College Summer Baseball Club
www.eteamz.com/athenspirates
PO Box 462
Nicholson, Georgia 30565
1-706-354-6789
1-706-296-4054 Cell
The Georgia Collegiate League is sponsored and coordinated by the Georgia Dugout Club, a 501c3 organization.
To COPY the form: 1. Highlight the entire form with the mouse (left click and highlight in blue 2. Right click the mouse on the highlighted blue area and click "copy". 3. Use WORD or similar word processing program and click "paste" 4. Print out the form and mail to: Athen Pirates, PO Box 462, Nicholson, GA 30565
Bat Boy/Girl Signups & Play Catch with a Player
The Pirates offer every boy and girl a chance to be their Bat Boy/Girl for the Home Games. All you have to do is "ask to sign up" at the entrance gate. Don't forget about our "Play Catch with a Player" program. All you have to do is "ask to sign up" at the entrance gate. Both programs require the presence of a parent/guardian who can "sign" for the child. The Athens Pirates: "Real Baseball for College Baseball Players".
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"BAND CALL" for 2009 Summer Season
The Athens Pirates have a special opportunity for area bands, singers, performers, and musicians. How'd you like to perform between Saturday night doubleheader games? You'd perform before 300-600 fans at about 8PM. You've got a captive audience anxious to hear you perform. Contact the team at 706-354-6789, 706-296-4054 or visit athensmusic.com for more information.
Saturday, March 31
Pirates ready to Raid Foes - typical news coverage (www.onlineathens.com) in local daily paper
Pirates ready to raid foes
Season of transition opens for Park, team
By Chris J. Starrs | Correspondent | Story updated at 12:06 AM on Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Bill Park doesn't promise the young men who play on his Athens Pirates summer baseball team that he can get them scholarship offers or professional contracts, but he does make one ironclad guarantee to the players on the 25-man roster.
"I make the players sing the national anthem before every game - I'm a mean guy," the Pirates' longtime general manager said. "If nothing else, by the time a player leaves the Pirates, he knows the national anthem."
The Pirates, who annually showcase the talents of college-aged players from across the country, will crank up their 14th season against the Norcross Astros at 8 p.m. today at Smith Field.
This year will be much different from past seasons, however. Park said the Pirates - who went 42-16 in 2005 - are in a transitional period.
For the last several years, the team has competed in the Southern Collegiate Baseball League, but Park decided that because of increasing travel expenses, the Pirates will play most of their games this season under the auspices of the American Amateur Baseball Congress. The Pirates will play about 40 games in their 2007 Summer Season.
"In the last few years, we've played exclusively with the SCBL, but the two teams closest to us in that league - the Anderson (S.C.) Warriors and the Due West (S.C.) Indians - are no longer operating, so we decided to make some changes and play closer to home more," Park said. "Our plan is to play a full schedule again, but we had to make adjustments for travel this summer. Traveling last summer just ate us up."
One aspect of the Pirates that hasn't changed, however, is the desire of players from the Athens area and beyond to continue to hone their skills. Park generally recruits about a dozen players from out of state - who stay with host families - and this year the Pirates held an open tryout to fill out the roster with homegrown talent.
"We kind of waited until the last minute with this year's roster," Park said. "We like to have area high school and college kids because we like to build our crowd with local names."
Among the Northeast Georgia players expected to play this season are Tyler Everson (Franklin County), Adam and Kyle McCollum (Hart County) and former Oconee County players Jessie West and Motie Wiggins, who plays for Georgia College.
"I had always heard this was a good program and a good team to be on for the summer," said Everson, who played two years at Truett-McConnell and has transferred to Southern Polytechnic. "This will be a great learning experience, and I've still got a lot to learn. It's good to get as many innings as you can so you can get a lot of at-bats and see a lot of pitchers."
"I'm glad to be able to be in this atmosphere before I go to college," said pitcher/outfielder Kyle McCollum, who hopes to play at Gordon College. "It can't help but improve my game - I hope to learn a lot about what it takes to play at the college level."
Wiggins, who originally signed with Columbus State after graduating from Oconee County in 2004 but later transferred to Georgia College, is starting his second season with the Pirates.
"In this (Stan Musial) league, we'll play against a lot of older guys and some ex-professionals," he said. "It's a really good experience to face guys who've played at the pro level. And I just see it as good competition and a good way to meet people and network."
Players are also excited about the opportunity to play and learn under coach Ricky Jones, who spent nine years in the Baltimore Orioles and Minnesota Twins organizations (playing in 16 games for the Orioles in 1986) and has minor league coaching experience.
"It's a great opportunity," McCollum said. "He's been at the highest level, so he knows what he's talking about. He knows how the game is played."
Pirates Season Opener
OPPONENT: Norcross Astros
WHEN: 8 p.m. today
WHERE: Smith Field (1570 Old Epps Bridge Road)
INFO: www.eteamz.active.com/ athenspirates/ or 706-354-6789
Published in the Athens Banner-Herald on 061406
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Monday, October 1
2008 Akadema Professional College Glove Program
(Only one package per player)
2008 Akadema Professional College Glove Program
Available only through the league's Akadema Representative, Jay Cransford
See www.akademapro.com website for details on gloves, sunglasses, and t-shirts.
Choose:
1. Any Professional or Precision Akadema Glove
2. One Pair of Akadema Sunglasses
3. One Practice T-Shirt
Retail Value: $300
Georgia Collegiate League Price: $95.
Contact the league at: greatsouthleague@yahoo.com
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