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09/06/2007 2:29 PM ET
Tribute to '32 Black Sox highlights OriolesREACH activities for homestand
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The Orioles will pay tribute to the 1932 Baltimore Black Sox Negro League team tonight, September 6. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the '32 Black Sox, who were in first place in the East West League with a 20-9 record when the league was disbanded in June. The Sox were credited with a championship but never received the proper recognition for their accomplishments.
Orioles players and coaches will wear 1932 Baltimore Black Sox replica uniforms for the game, and the team, which included standout players Laymon Yokely and Crush Holloway, will be honored in a pre-game ceremony. Relatives of Black Sox player HERBERT "RAP" DIXON will be presented with a throwback jersey from COREY PATTERSON as part of the pre-game activities.
The game-worn, autographed and authenticated jerseys and pants will be auctioned online at www.orioles.com beginning today at 3:00 p.m. Auctions will end during the evening of September 12, with proceeds to benefit the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation.
ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD
The Orioles have selected pitcher JAMIE WALKER as their 2007 recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award. The Award is given each year to a player on each team who shows outstanding dedication to giving back to his community. Walker will be recognized for his commitment to helping members of the military in a pre-game ceremony tonight, September 6. A donation of $7,500 will be made in Walker's name to his favorite charity, the U.S. Army Emergency Relief Fund. Walker also donates $200 per appearance to the Relief Fund and regularly hosts injured servicemen and women at Orioles' games. An overall MLB winner will be announced at the World Series next month, chosen in part based on fan voting. Fans can vote for Walker at www.orioles.com.
RALPH SALVON/RICHIE BANCELLS AWARD
The Orioles will present Bowie Baysox Athletic Trainer JOE BENGE with the Ralph Salvon/Richie Bancells Award for Excellence in the Field of Emergency Medical Service in a pre-game ceremony today, September 6. The award was created in 2005 to be given to local area medical professionals who demonstrate excellence in the field of emergency medicine and the ability to think quickly and act quickly in emergency situations. Benge will be honored for his role in providing critical medical attention to Baysox catcher ELI WHITESIDE after a collision with a runner at home plate earlier this year.
2007 JOHNS HOPKINS MEN'S LACROSSE
The Orioles will recognize members of the 2007 NCAA Champion Johns Hopkins University men's lacrosse team in a pre-game ceremony on Friday, September 7. JHU head coach DAVE PIETRAMALA will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game. This past May, the JHU squad defeated Duke University 9-8 for their second national title in the last three years.
DAV NATIONAL COMMANDERS AWARD
The Disabled American Veterans will commend the extraordinary dedication of pitcher JAMIE WALKER to military veterans in a pre-game ceremony on Sunday, September 9.
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT FINALIST SINGS NATIONAL ANTHEM
14-year-old Bel Air resident Julienne Irwin, a top-four finalist on the TV show "America's Got Talent," will perform the National Anthem at Camden Yards on Sunday, September 9.
JAMIE WALKER AT ESPNZONE
Pitcher JAMIE WALKER will make an appearance at ESPNZone at the Inner Harbor on Wednesday, September 12 from noon - 1:00 p.m. Walker will participate in a question and answer session and sign autographs for fans. There is no admission charge to attend.
2007 MINOR LEAGUE AWARD WINNERS & AFFILIATE APPRECIATION NIGHT
The Orioles will recognize their 2007 Minor League Award Winners in a pre-game ceremony on Wednesday, September 12. The night is also Minor League Affiliate Appreciation Night at Camden Yards. Highlights of the night include appearances by affiliate mascots and minor league-style promotions and fan activities. In addition, all fans who wear a hat, t-shirt or other apparel featuring the logo of one of the Orioles' minor league affiliates can receive a $5 discount off the purchase of any upper box or upper reserve ticket.
ORIOLES REACH FOOD DRIVE CHECK PRESENTATION
The Orioles, Oriole Advocates and Orioles Wives will present a check for $30,000 to Maryland Food Bank Director Deborah Flatman in a pre-game ceremony on Thursday, September 13. The 21st annual OriolesREACH Food Drive, held August 10-12, netted over 8,000 pounds of food and $30,000 in cash donations from fans attending the three games. Cash donations will be used to purchase turkeys for underprivileged families in Maryland this Thanksgiving.
ORIOLES REACH TICKET & GAMEDAY EXPERIENCE
The Orioles and Orioles players host local non-profit and youth groups regularly at Camden Yards. Group members receive a game ticket, concessions vouchers, an Orioles t-shirt and cap and transportation to and from the game. The following organizations will attend games at Oriole Park during this homestand, courtesy of these Orioles players:
| DATE | ORGANIZATION | SIZE | PLAYER SPONSOR |
| Thu, Sept. 6 | Morgan Mentors Winston Winners | 150 | Corey Patterson |
| | Boys Home Society | 25 | Corey Patterson |
| Fri, Sept. 7 | Greater Baltimore Urban League | 150 | Jamie Walker |
| Sat, Sept. 8 | Starlight Starbright Foundation | 150 | Danys Baez |
| Sun, Sept. 9 | Korean American Grocers Found. | 150 | Jamie Walker |
| Tue, Sept. 11 | Charlesmont Elementary | 50 | Ramon Hernandez |
| | Young Parent Support Center | 25 | Ramon Hernandez |
| Wed, Sept. 12 | Charity Comm. Church of God | 150 | Aubrey Huff |
| Thu, Sept. 13 | Padonia Elementary | 150 | Nick Markakis |
GIVEAWAYS AND TICKET OFFERS
| DATE | ITEM/OFFER | SPONSOR | ELIGIBILITY |
| Thu, Sept. 6 | MasterCard Thursday | MasterCard | Eutaw St. Reserve ticket & Boog's sandwich for $15
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| Fri, Sept. 7 | Student Night | AT&T | $6 Upper Reserve tickets for students with valid ID |
| Sat, Sept. 9 | Birdwatcher's Club Day | | Club members
| | Sun, Sept. 11 | Kevin Millar T-Shirt Tuesday | | First 10,000 fans 15 & over |
| | Bargain Night | | $8 upper reserve tickets for all fans |
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