By Paige Gurgainers
Lakeside High School Baseball is stepping up to the plate this summer with a new initiative aimed at bringing the community together and building excitement around Warrior baseball through the month of June.
The program, titled “Summer Games at Warrior Field,” will feature a series of themed home game nights throughout the month designed to celebrate students, teachers, alumni, youth athletes and community members while creating a family-friendly atmosphere at the ballpark.
The summer lineup includes special events like student night, youth baseball recognition night, teacher appreciation night, alumni night and even a luau-themed senior celebration to close out the month.
The new high school baseball coach Chase Spatafora says the goal is bigger than baseball. “This is as much for the community as it is for the players,” he said. “Of course our players love seeing the stands filled with support from family, friends and community members, but we also want to recognize all the people in the community who make what we do possible. We hope to see you at the ballpark cheering on the Warriors all season long.”
The themed nights will include raffles, recognition ceremonies, fan activities, autograph opportunities with players and special admission promotions for different groups throughout the month.
School supporters hope the initiative helps strengthen community pride while also building momentum and support for the baseball program entering a new era under its new leadership.
All recognition participants are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to game time.
The first themed night, “Pack the Park,” is scheduled for June 3 at 5 p.m. at Warrior Field. Lakeside students wearing school gear and presenting a school ID can attend for just $1.
The full schedule of events can be found on the Lakeside Warrior Baseball social media pages.