This Weekends Game

This weekend there will be a softball tournament going on the same time as the Field of Angels games. There will be someone collecting money at the gate for the tournament. Just tell them you are with A Field of Angels and they will let you in without paying. Also, the volunteers from Hailey's team will be playing in the tournament, so we need as many volunteers to be at the game as possible. Hailey's team plays at 9am, but I will try to come say hi before it starts. Have a great ball game!

No games today

Rained out. No games today. See you next week.B

Anyone want to play ball?

The tournament is not using the softball field this weekend. Anyone who would like to play be at the ball fields 9 am Saturday:)

This Weekend Cancelled

Due to the bad weather forcast this weekend. Mark didn't get tickets for the Arkansas Travelers game this weekend.

Travelers Game

Today when Mark called to get tickets for this weekend he was told the picnick area was not available until May 29th at 4pm. He is going to get tickets for that game. He may be getting tickets for this weekends game for the birm area for those who would still like to go. I will let you know for sure tomorrow.

Let's Play Ball!!!!

Just received a call from Mark. He said the ball fields look good. Be ready to play ball today!!!

Be There Tomorrow Rain or Shine

Even if we are rained out, we will begin handing out jersey's and volunteer shirts at 8:30 am in the morning.You'll want to make sure to get your jersey because pictures are on May 8th. Mark will also be taking orders for shirts for anyone who would like a shirt to match their favorite player. There will be a sign-up list for the Traveler's game on the 15th. Please let us know if you are planning on attending so Mark can order tickets. We are looking forward to a seeing you all tomorrow!

2010 Season

Today has been a good Field of Angels day. Today I received the hats and patches, which was pretty exciting, then I received an email from Mark with the 2010 season.

We are looking for people to work the concession stand Saturday between 8am and 8pm. Half of the proceeds will go to A Field of Angels. If you are able to help out, tell the people at the gate that you are there to work the concession stand.

The 2010 schedule is posted on the side of the blog. If you are able to go to the Traveler's game, please comment either here or on Facebook so we know how many tickets to purchase. We are hoping to have enough money to pay for everyone, but me might have to ask non players to pay $5.00, this will cover their ticket and food.

I am looking forward to another great season!

We are getting closer

It is getting closer to the beginning of the season. Today Mark and I ordered Jerseys and hats for the players. They look really sharp. We will have the player's schedule up soon.

Sign-ups

If you know someone who wants to play but missed sign-ups, you can either call Mark or get a sign-up sheet at Daiber Vision Care. 317 E. Parkway Drive, Russellville.

Atkins Masonic Lodge Chili Dinner

One of our sponsors, the Shiloh Masonic Lodge, is having a Chili Dinner to raise money for the charities and organizations they help sponsor. The dinner will be Saturday the 23rd from 10:30am to 2:00pm at the Atkins Masonic Lodge. Turn next to Sexton foods in Atkins and follow the signs. The Dinner is all you can eat for $5 and you get chili, soup, coffee, tea, and all the fixings. Deer chili will be available along with regular beef chili. Please try to attend and let them know that you are associated with A Field Of Angels and we appreciate their support.
Mark

We Are On Facebook

Today I created an A Field Of Angels fan page on Facebook. If you become a fan you will receive updates on your Facebook page. I will eventually have a "become a fan" button on the side of the blog. (Still working out some kinks). But untill then, if you have a Facebook account and would like to become a fan the link is: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/A-Field-Of-Angels/260821283878?ref=nf

2010 Field of Angels Sign-ups

It's almost time again for sign-ups for A Field of Angels. Sign-ups will be February 6th, 13th, and 20th at Pottsville City Hall. (Dates and times will also be posted on the side of the blog). We are looking for special needs baseball players between the ages of 4-18 years of age. There is no sign-up fee. We are also looking for volunteers of all ages. I am excited to see the players from our first year, as well as getting to meet new players. If you know someone that might be interested in playing, please spread the word. We are going to have a great season!

We Were In The Paper

Just wanted to let you all know that A Field Of Angels were featured in today's edition of The Courier.

The Last Game Of The Season

Today was the last game of our season. The older teams played on the softball field and the younger teams played on the small baseball field. The sun was shining and their was lots of cheering from the crowd. We started the day with Jason Campbell singing the National Anthem. Then each player had their name announced over the PA system. After the games, Mark presented each player with their trophy. After receiving their trophy, each player stood on home plate, with their trophy, while their name was announced over the PA. (Thanks Robby for letting us use your PA system). When the games were done, it was time for the hot dog celebration.
I can't believe the season is already over. I have made some great new friends, and I have become a big fan of some really awesome ball players. I will never forget the faces of the players as they held their trophies, the crowd cheering and tons of people taking pictures. They were real super stars today.
For those of you going to the game tomorrow, I look forward to seeing you! I know we will have a great time.
You can keep up with A Field of Angels through the blog. We will post any game days, sign-ups, ect. here.

I will have new pictures up soon:)

Arkansas Travelers Game Rescheduled

The A Field of Angels trip to the Arkansas Travelers game in Little Rock has been rescheduled. The game starts at 2:00 but our players will need to be there at 12:30. For more information contact myself or Mark. I look forward to seeing you all there!

The Sun Is Shining!

Thank goodness the sun was shining and we were able to play today. My day started off with a hug an a kiss from Canyon. That is a pretty awesome way to start the day! The fields were dried out, so the younger team was able to play on the t-ball field. We tried to play three innings, but we didn't quite make it. I hear the big kids had a great game as well. Mark handed out the players pictures. If you didn't get yours today, check with him tomorrow or at the next game.
Speaking of tomorrow.......Tomorrow is the Arkansas Travelers game in Little Rock. I may not be able to go so take lots of pictures please. Everyone have a great time!


Directions to Dickey-Stephens Park From I-40
Follow I-40 east into North Little Rock. Merge onto I-30 west and take to the Broadway exit. Turn right off the highway and follow Broadway six blocks to the ballpark.

Game Two

Yesterday was a wild and chaotic day. The players had individual and team pictures taken. We handed out t-shirts to the parents who had ordered them and sold out of the other extra ones we had on hand. (Thanks by the way to Marie who helped with the t-shirt sales). We had 4 new players join the team and we had sign-ups for the upcoming Arkansas Travelers game.
Eventually we were able to warm up and start the two games. The park was incredibly muddy but the fields weren't too bad. I think the kids really enjoyed themselves.
Special thanks to Clint and the boys who were up early getting the fields ready for us to play on. Next time you see Cindy Thompson make sure to tell her thanks. She has purchased slushies for the teams the last two weekends.
Have a great Mothers day and I look forward to seeing all of you next weekend!

Take Me Out To The Ball Game....

I have great news! Mark would like to take you to a Arkansas Travelers baseball game in Little Rock on May 24th. A Field of Angels will provide tickets for all A Field of Angels players- player's parents - and volunteers. Yay! (by the way my common button was a casualty of the sprite incident. Of course it couldn't have been a key I never use). We will be sitting on the berm so bring blankets and/or lawn chairs. After the game you can stay at the park and watch the firework show put on by the Osborn family for Riverfest. If you would like to go please sign up tomorrow at the ball game.

Hopefully the rain will stay away so we can play our games tomorrow. We have 4 new players this week. I can't wait to meet them.

Don't forget pictures are tomorrow at 8:30am and we will have both of our games at 9am.

My Computer Is Out Of The Hospital:)

My poor laptop made it home from the hospital and is almost as good as new. It has been really tough without it. I had no idea how addictive being on the computer really was. Now I know. I have finally down loaded all the pictures that were emailed from the first game and they are on the slide show.
I would like to remind all of the players about pictures this Saturday at 8:30 am.

I am looking forward to seeing all of you this weekend!