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Bridgewater, NJ- The Somerset Patriots will host STAR WARS Night at TD Bank Ballpark on Monday, August 6th for their 7:05 pm game against the Long Island Ducks. The game is presented by The Beez Foundation.
The Somerset Patriots will welcome costumed characters from the films courtesy of the 501st Northeast Remnant and the Saber Guild Corellia. Scheduled to appear are Darth Vader, Emperor Palpatine, Storm Troopers, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Rey, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi, Sith and many more. A life-sized R2-D2 will also be in attendance.
Fans will be able to meet all the characters and take pictures with them on the main concourse throughout the game.
Somerset Patriots players and coaches will be wearing exclusive STAR WARS themed jerseys featuring Han Solo and Chewbacca that can be won in a tricky tray style auction to benefit The Beez Foundation and the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
Throughout the game, fans will be able to enjoy music and clips from the STAR WARS films and participate in various themed-activities at the ballpark.
Fans that wear STAR WARS apparel or dress in costume will receive $2.00 off their tickets at the box office.
For tickets to STAR WARS Night with the Somerset Patriots, stop by the ticket office located at TD Bank Ballpark, call (908) 252-0700, or visit www.somersetpatriots.com.
Formed in 2001, The Beez Foundation, a small New Jersey based non-profit, has been fighting brain cancer in kids by funding early phase research of pediatric brain cancer, offering patient services and educating the public on brain cancer.
The 2018 Somerset Patriots Season presented by Ford is underway and features the team’s 20th Season at TD Bank Ballpark. The team has clinched a playoff spot already by winning the 2018 Liberty Division First Half Championship. For tickets, visit www.somersetpatriots.com.
About the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB)
The Atlantic League has been a leader in professional baseball and a gateway to Major League Baseball since 1998. Over 38 million fans have attended Atlantic League games and more than 900 players and 50 managers and coaches have joined MLB organizations directly from the ALPB. The Atlantic League emphasizes winning baseball games, showcasing the talent of top-caliber players and offering affordable family entertainment.
