Junior Racers Events Special Events Championship Events Pink in the Park Together Against Breast Cancer Season of Caring Rivalry Series Stadium Firestone Stadium A-Z Directions Parking Fun Facts Visit Akron Seating Chart Multimedia Photo Vault Created by Infinity. Souvenirs are located at the Racers merchandise garage in left field. We are confident you will too! The NPF schedule is released every winter around February. [2] [3] From 2004-2017, they have played as a member … Performers are subject to review by our marketing and promotions department. The Racers are always searching for volunteers to perform the National Anthem at our home games! Fan interference is prohibited at all National Pro Fastpitch events. H “This has been in the works for a long, long time,” Akron Racers … Early entry is available through one of our exciting group ticket experiences. Cell Phones Firestone Stadium is a baseball and softball stadium located in Akron, Ohio, United States. 1575 Firestone Parkway 330.376.8188 . In fact, 170 collegiate players have called historic Firestone Stadium … Equipment to bring includes: mitt, cleats/turfs, helmet, sliding pad, batting gloves, and bat. For assistance with First Aid, please see any Racers staff member or uniformed security. Internships are available in the spring and summer. The food and beverage rights are owned and operated by the Racers at Firestone Stadium. Lessons Reprinted tickets are available for a small fee. KIDS RUN THE BASES! No obscene or inappropriate banners or signs will be permitted at Firestone Stadium. Please be advised that there is limited isle space in the seated areas directly behind home plate and under the roof. In the event of lightning or a rain delay, fans are encouraged to head under the stands to the concourse area to avoid rain and weather. Lost and Found is located at the Fans First booth outside the front gates of Firestone Stadium. Ticketed seat exchanges can be made in advance of games (based upon availability). The Racers and Firestone Stadium officials reserve the right to search any bags or persons entering the ballpark. We are confident you will too! Surface lot and along Firestone Parkway, The Parking Garage is for Racers games only. The Racers generally hold tryouts each year around Memorial Day. Click here to Purchase tickets, view … On Sundays, kids can run the bases at Firestone Stadium. This includes any areas associated with Firestone Stadium such as parking lots, front gate, sidewalks and grand stands. 1575 Firestone Parkway. To book a player(s) please contact the Racers front office at 330.376.8188 or by email at [email protected] Fan interference is prohibited at all National Pro Fastpitch events. 330.376.8188 . Smoking is prohibited inside Firestone Stadium. The food and beverage rights are owned and operated by the Racers at Firestone Stadium. For more information about community partnerships please contact us at [email protected] It is one of the highlights of the summer for kids of all ages! Exit at 23A onto I-77 S toward Canton. Like going back in time a little bit, old school feel. A baby kangaroo is called a "Joey!". Strollers are permitted in Firestone Stadium. T Merge onto W South Street, turn right onto S Main Street. Early entry is available through one of our exciting group ticket experiences. Lost and Found is located at the Fans First booth outside the front gates of Firestone Stadium. NO pets are allowed in the Stadium and/or on the Firestone Stadium property which includes the Pony Field and adjacent areas. ARC PROJECT For merchandise please call 330-376-8188. There are three concession stands located on the main concourse level and are open for every Racers home game. akron racers foundation finalizes 2018 high school tournament schedule september 29, 2017 9:08 am akron racers charities to host games for the cure september 13, 2017 10:12 am firestone stadium set for busy weekend september 12, 2017 7:58 am akron racers season ends with loss to scrap yard dawgs august 18, 2017 6:57 pm Created by Infinity. Quickness is a hallmark of the fastpitch game. Lost Children Next, turn right onto W Firestone Blvd and take a left on Firestone Parkway. The 2015 National Pro Fastpitch season was the 12th season of professional softball under the name National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) for the only professional women's softball league in the United States. Exit at 123B Wilbeth Road. Please be advised that there is limited isle space in the seated areas directly behind home plate and under the roof. C Cameras Search Procedures 2011 SUMMER REC SIZZLER FIRESTONE STADIUM AKRON, OH June 24-26, 2011 DEADLINE TO ENTER THE 2011 SUMMER … Back to Top See 27 photos and 2 tips from 315 visitors to Firestone Stadium. Created by Infinity. It is one of the highlights of the summer for kids of all ages! Gift Shops Z Contact Us The Akron Racers became the first Midwest franchise to begin play in the WPSL in 1999. The Cleveland Comets are a professional fastpitch softball team playing in the National Pro Fastpitch league. Reprinted tickets are available for a small fee. Lost children should be taken to the Fans First booth on the main concourse. Turn left onto Firestone Parkway and the stadium is located at 1575 Firestone Parkway. Fan Interference We are thrilled to have such wonderful partnerships within the community as well. The award-winning mascot at The University of Akron, the alma mater of former Racers Tracee McCoy, Jana Jenkins, Kelli Metzger & GM, Joey Arrietta is Zippy, a kangaroo. Back to Top Back to Top Animals The Cleveland Comets are a professional fastpitch softball team playing in the National Pro Fastpitch league. Have followed Akron Racers on FB, loved watching the changes being made to the ballfield and locker room. Birthday packages with the Racers are a great way to celebrate a birthday! The NPF schedule is released every winter around February. [3] The championship rounds include all four divisions of OHSAA softball, with 12 games played in three days in late May or early June. The Racers have been privileged with very talented players throughout the years. The Racers merchandise garage is located down the left field line at Firestone Stadium. We are thrilled to have such wonderful partnerships within the community as well. [1] The team was started by Joey Arietta in 1999 to participate in the Women's Pro Softball League (WPSL). 3,941 were here. Current Assistant Director of Fastpitch Operations for the Racers Foundation at Firestone Stadium and … The Racers understand the importance of giving back to the community. Akron, Ohio 44301. Have followed Akron Racers on FB, loved watching the changes being made to the ballfield and locker room. B Mission Our Mission Board of Directors Autographs are available 10 minutes after every home game by both teams. The Racers generally hold tryouts each year around Memorial Day. The Racers are located in the first base dugout. Smoking Policy See 27 photos and 2 tips from 315 visitors to Firestone Stadium. The use of cellular phones is permitted at Firestone Stadium, provided such use does not interfere with other guests enjoyment of the ball game. In 2000, the league consolidated sending the Georgia Pride team to Akron. He’s present at every home game and various other events. The Racers are always searching for volunteers to perform the National Anthem at our home games! Any fan acting obscene, running onto the field or interfering with players, staff or fans will be removed from the ballpark. Each fan is required to sit in their assigned seat. 1575 Firestone Parkway. Celebrate your birthday in style with the Racers! Akron Racers Charities unveiled plans Wednesday to make $1.5 million in improvements to the Firestone Stadium complex. We take great pride in treating our guests to the best entertainment we can provide. Checkout the employment section on this website for details or call Laura Wheeler at 330.376.8188. The visiting teams are located in the third base dugout. The Racers mascot is actually a cheetah, the fastest animal! Autographs The Racers will take care of the whole party and a Racers player will even stop by to personally hang out with your party and wish the birthday girl or boy a special Happy Birthday! Call the Racers at 330-376-8188 to book your Birthday today! The Racers are located in the first base dugout. "Great little park the food and drinks aren't badly priced and you are pretty close..." Baseball Stadium in Akron, OH Akron Racers Charities unveiled plans Wednesday to make $1.5 million in improvements to the Firestone Stadium complex. Re-sale/Scalping The league suspended play in Orlando and assigned the Wahoos roster to the Racers. However, smokers may head to the front gate area for a place to smoke and dispose of their cigarettes. Safety Policy Fans are not permitted on the dugouts. The Akron Racers were a women's softball team based in Akron, Ohio.They have moved to Cleveland and been renamed the Cleveland Comets in 2018. Learning from the people that matter most -- the fans, is always appreciated. The second- and third-place teams, the Racers and Roadsters, played a … Wheelie (a Cheetah) is the official mascot of the Racers. Exit 123B at Wilbeth Road and turn right. It was scheduled to host the 2020 tournament, but the tournament was cancelled in March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Kids Activities Quaint little stadium and nicely run tournament. The members of the Racers team conduct hourly private lessons through the summer while in town. The Roadsters became the Ohio Pride and the Wahoos (who owned both of the former WPL's championships) became the Akron Racers. Parking For merchandise please call 330-376-8188. P Racers’ players are available for appearances and private clinics. Created by Infinity. 330.376.8188 . The top three teams on the standings qualified. L If a fan does catch a foul ball, they can keep it as a free souvenir. Checkout the employment section on this website for details or call Laura Wheeler at 330.376.8188. Akron Racers 1999–2017: Firestone Stadium is a baseball and softball stadium located in Akron, Ohio, United States. Mascot Mania is an annual tradition each summer. Back to Top Souvenirs are located at the Racers merchandise garage in left field. The Racers mascot is actually a cheetah, the fastest animal! Well done. Birthday packages with the Racers are a great way to celebrate a birthday! Pink the Park. The league suspended play in Orlando and assigned the Wahoos roster to the Racers. The Roadsters became the Ohio Pride and the Wahoos (who owned both of the former WPL's championships) became the Akron Racers. Current Assistant Director of Fastpitch Operations for the Racers Foundation at Firestone Stadium and … N The project calls for an indoor training center, a new concession featuring barbecue, a two-story clubhouse, a brick-paved courtyard and picnic area, and changes to the fields. The use of cellular phones is permitted at Firestone Stadium, provided such use does not interfere with other guests enjoyment of the ball game. Retired Numbers J There are three concession stands located on the main concourse level and are open for every Racers home game. 1575 Firestone Parkway. Wheelie invites all of his friends including Zippy and the various team and business mascots from all over town. The Racers welcome comments and suggestions that may improve the overall fan experience. From April-August, the Racers box office is typically open 9 am to 5 pm. The co-owner and General Manager of the Racers is Joey Arrietta. Joey Firestone Stadium Banners/Signs Contact a Racers ticket representative at 330.376.8188 for more information. If there is anything we can do to make your visit to Firestone Stadium more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to contact a Stadium representative. The award-winning mascot at The University of Akron, the alma mater of former Racers Tracee McCoy, Jana Jenkins, Kelli Metzger & GM, Joey Arrietta is Zippy, a kangaroo. Fans are not permitted on the dugouts. The Racers have been privileged with very talented players throughout the years. 330.376.8188 . On occasion, foul balls do enter into the stands. Driving Directions G Only if a rescheduling of the same event is not possible, will the Racers refund the face value of tickets. The Racers are always looking for talented interns seeking to break into the sports business. In the event of lightning or a rain delay, fans are encouraged to head under the stands to the concourse area to avoid rain and weather. The Akron Racers became the first Midwest franchise to begin play in the WPSL in 1999. The stadium was dedicated on July 25, 1925 by Harvey Firestone, the founder of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. Rain Cancellations Akron, Ohio 44301 About Proud Almuni of The University of Akron. [4][5], Mid-American Conference Softball Tournament, "Major changes coming to Mid-American Conference", "2020 OHSAA Softball State Tournament Coverage", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Firestone_Stadium&oldid=958793615, Midwestern United States baseball venue stubs, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 25 May 2020, at 19:01. The NPF tries their hardest to always play the games, whether it’s delayed or moved to another day due to weather. Mascot Call 330.376.8188 or submit your request by clicking the Clinic hot button on the Racers home page. The opportunity to conduct and play this game at this level is indeed a priviledge and an honor. You may seek assistance at the Fans-First booth, located at the entrance to the stadium nearest the main concession stand. Xtra-ordinary athletes Akron, Ohio 44301. The family restroom is located on the main concourse adjacent to the entrance to the stadium off the surface parking lot. Stadium will be on your right at 1575 Firestone Parkway. The 1999 WPSL Championship Series was held at Firestone Stadium in Akron, Ohio August 24-8. From April-August, the Racers box office is typically open 9 am to 5 pm. The NPF tries their hardest to always play the games, whether it’s delayed or moved to another day due to weather. The Cleveland Comets are a professional fastpitch softball team playing in the National Pro Fastpitch league. Tryouts Q The Racers are always looking for talented interns seeking to break into the sports business. From Columbus - Take I-71 N toward Cleveland and merge onto I-76 E/US-224 E toward Akron. We are happy to provide space and a table in our concourse, pre-game as well as in-game announcements and mid-inning presentations to promote your organization. The stadium was also the site of the annual Mid-American Conference Softball Tournament from 2002 to 2005 and again from 2008 through 2019. He’s present at every home game and various other events. Person’s 21 and older will need to show valid proof of ID in order to obtain alcoholic beverages at Racers games or any other events at Firestone Stadium. Opportunity Both teams began sharing Firestone Stadium Video Recorders First Aid Fans are advised to always pay attention to the game so as to not get struck by a foul ball or any other object coming from the field of play. Re-sale and scalping of tickets on the grounds of Firestone Stadium is prohibited. From Canton - Take I-77 N/US-62 E toward Akron. At this time, only three have earned the retirement of their numbers; Carla Brookbank-Schaal (4), Amy Kyler (24) and Crystl Bustos (6). Quaint little stadium and nicely run tournament. Cameras with lenses longer than six inches will not be permitted inside the park for any events. The family restroom is located on the main concourse adjacent to the entrance to the stadium off the surface parking lot. If a fan does catch a foul ball, they can keep it as a free souvenir. Once entering the gates and have your ticket scanned, fans can re-enter on the same ticket. Performers are subject to review by our marketing and promotions department. ?The Akron Racers Foundation? Akron's fastpitch fans have been loyal, knowledgeable and supportive of the professional game since 1999. Alcoholic Beverage Policy Occasionally Mother Nature steps in and causes a rain delay during NPF games. We enjoyed our tourney here! The opportunity to conduct and play this game at this level is indeed a priviledge and an honor. If you have audio samples of your singing ability, please send a cd or a link to the sample performances for our review. Please be courteous and refrain from making loud and lengthy calls in the seating areas. The Racers will perform no value exchanges on tickets for the 2013 season. M 2011 Together Against Breast Cancer. Firestone Stadium - Akron Ohio - Home of the Akron Racers - NPF Professional Softball League In 1999, both the Virginia Roadsters and the Orlando Wahoos moved to Akron Ohio's Firestone Stadium. The project calls for an indoor training center, a new concession featuring barbecue, a two-story clubhouse, a brick-paved courtyard and picnic area, and changes to the fields. Since 2001, the Akron Racers Foundation has conducted numerous youth, high school, travel ball, collegiate tournaments at Firestone Stadium. Once entering the gates and have your ticket scanned, fans can re-enter on the same ticket. Box Office Hours Scheduling Well done. Feel free to call her at 330.376.8188 with your suggestions or submit your comments by clicking the Contact Us tab on the navigation bar. The Racers won the tiebreaker over the Riptide based on winning the head-to-head season series 8-4. Has been in the event of a rain out, the fastest animal Infinity Akron Racers 1999–2017: Firestone.! 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