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Ballpark HunterLeesburg Lightning - Rich BillingsMy guest today is Rich Billings, head coach and general manager of the Leesburg Lightning. The Lightning are members of the Florida Collegiate Summer League and were founded in 2007. He talks about what makes the team click with its community and what it's like attending a game.
2024-07-1644 minBallpark HunterStadium on Wheels - Steven GuistoliseMy guest this week is Steven Guistolise, founder of Stadium on Wheels, a food truck that brings the stadium experience to you! He has operations in Phoenix, Arizona, and Indianapolis, Indiana. Let's see how he came about with his business concept.
2024-07-0947 minBallpark HunterBaseball in Costa Rica - Pedro PalaciosI am live from Costa Rica this week as I visited another ballpark. In a soccer-mad country, it is good to know one can watch a game at Estadio Antonio Escarre on Saturday afternoons. I speak with the commissioner of the Asociación Deportiva Beisbol Master Pedro Palacios briefly in this week's episode. He has plans to promote the game to more Ticos in the future.
2024-07-0239 minBallpark HunterSpencer Collins - Pulltab SportsSpencer Collins is my guest for the third time and a lot has changed for him since his last appearance. He is not based in the Twin Cities, works full-time for Pulltab Sports, and continues to produce content for YouTube at SAC Sports Adventures. Let's catch up with Spencer to see how every thing is going.
2024-06-2556 minBallpark HunterBallpark Hunting - Michael HolsingerMy guest this week is Michael Holsinger who is like a lot of us when it comes to ballparks. He plans his summers to visit as many venues across the majors and minors. He tells us about where he's been and where he is going on this week's episode of the Ballpark Hunter
2024-06-1848 minBallpark HunterLake County Corn Dogs - Ralph FloresRalph Flores is my guest and he talks about the decision of his baseball club to leave the Northern League in favor of an independent schedule in 2024. How has it been early on in the season?
2024-06-1136 minBallpark HunterFt. Smith Marshals -Jack Misterovich & Greg KigarGreg Kigar and Jack Misterovich are my guests this week and they talk about moving down to Arkansas from Michigan to start a new team in a new league. Will the summer heat get to them? Find out in this week's episode.
2024-06-0427 minBallpark HunterMemorial Day Recap- Indy 500 and Indiana FeverIt's Memorial Day Weekend and we recap recent visits, upcoming trips, the Indy 500 on TV, and Fever tickets on sale for $4. Check out this week's episode.
2024-05-2824 minBallpark HunterTexarkana Rhinos - David GestThe GM of the Texarkana Rhinos David Gest is my guest tonight. The ball club began operations on March 1 as one of the founding members of the Mid-America League. Gest tells us a little bit about his journey from his home state of New Jersey to Texarkana and what to expect this season at a Rhinos game.
2024-05-2133 minBallpark HunterCarl Erskine & Rainy Days in SpringA short podcast on rainy days of college baseball and remembering the last Boys of Summer, Carl Erskine.
2024-04-3015 minBallpark HunterLake Charles Gumbeaux Gators - Sam MooreLake Charles Gumbeaux Gators GM Sam Moore joins me this week as he talks about what it takes to start an expansion club in the Texas Collegiate League.
2024-04-2338 minBallpark HunterHunter KaneMy guest this week is Hunter Kane who talks about his interest in baseball as a bat boy for the Leesburg Lighting on the Florida Collegiate Summer League to his time this summer interning for the Edenton Steamers of the Old North State League and the Hickory Crawdads of the South Atlantic League. His dream is to become a GM of a baseball team sometime in the near future.
2024-04-1658 minBallpark HunterThe Minor League NerdMy guest this week is Kelly, the Minor League Nerd, and he talks about his YouTube series chronicling minor league teams you never heard of, as well as history of teams in a specific city or town. Plus, we talk a little ballpark talk as well on this week's podcast!
2024-04-091h 06Ballpark HunterNiagara Falls Americans - Marc WittMarc Witt of Can-USA Sports talks about his company's involvement with keeping baseball alive in Niagara Falls, New York. The Americans will take the field this year at Sal Magile Stadium in the Perfect Game League and Witt thinks it will be a hit with fans!
2024-04-0243 minBallpark HunterMinor League Fan Club - John SoutheeMy guest today is John Southee who hosts the Minor League Fan Club podcast. We talk about the trials and tribulations of hosting a podcast along with our live of the minor leagues.
2024-03-2652 minBallpark HunterTraverse City Pit Spitters - Sam ConnellAssistant GM Sam Connell of the Traverse City Pit Spitters is my guest tonight. He talks about what makes attending a baseball game at Turtle Creek Stadium fun during the summer months in Northern Michigan. This episode is not the pits!
2024-03-1934 minBallpark HunterBurlington Sock Pups - Anderson RathbunAnderson Rathbun is my guest and we talk about the new team in town, the Burlington Sock Pups. They will be playing in the Old North State League this summer and Rathbun tells us what to expect when you visit Burlington Athletic Stadium.
2024-03-1240 minBallpark HunterGreenville Yard Gnomes - Michael VillafanaThis week's guest is the GM of the Greenville Yard Gnomes Michael Villafana of the Coastal Plain League. He talks about what it is like to start a new franchise in the summer collegiate leagues.
2024-03-0538 minBallpark HunterSports Traveling Around the Globe - Eddie HoopsEddie Hoops is my guest tonight and he shares his adventures traveling around the globe watching soccer matches on numerous continents.
2024-02-2749 minBallpark HunterNew Ballparks and MLB Jersey FiascoThis week's episode we look at potential ballpark sites in Salt Lake City, Oakland, Kansas City, and Chicago. I also weigh in on the new MLB Nike Vapor jerseys.
2024-02-2028 minBallpark HunterBison Baseball Club - Lizzy KocerMy guest this week is the GM of the Bison Baseball Club Lizzy Kocer. The Bison are back in the Independence Baseball League and are a sister team of the Oahe Zap in Pierre, South Dakota (in which she is also the GM). Lizzy talks about how the Bison made their return, how the schedule will look this year, what the plan for the club is in 2025, and what to expect from the Zap this season at their ballpark. Finally, I have the Bison on a podcast after one year of inside jokes!
2024-02-1341 minBallpark HunterStadiumdogz - Austin LemieuxAustin Lemieux is my guest today and we discuss stadiums and hot dogs. His weekly posts on Twitter & Tik Tok are whimsical, funny, and witty, plus they are about a minute in length. Lemieux discusses his plan for future videos and his love of traveling to different arenas and stadiums.
2024-02-0651 minBallpark HunterBeer In Front Podcast - Dave ZalatorisMy guest this week is Dave Zalatoris and he is the host of the Beer in Front Podcast. His podcast and website features conversations and information on old school beers, local food from his hometown Chicago, and a little baseball.
2024-01-3051 minBallpark HunterMike Olshin - Mercer MammothsToday's guest is the GM/owner of the Mercer Mammoths of the East Coast Collegiate Baseball League. Olshin also owns a few other clubs in the new summer collegiate league. Olshin also is affiliated with Jersey Baseball Nation and is a sales rep for Emery Glove Co.
2024-01-2352 minBallpark HunterOakland Ballers - Tyler PetersonMy guest today is Oakland Ballers Assistant GM Tyler Peterson. He tells us how he got involved with the B's, how they picked their name, and what their mission is for the citizens of the East Bay. We also delve a little into soccer but don't fray, this is a baseball podcast! I hope you enjoy it.
2024-01-1648 minBallpark HunterAbilene Flying Bison - Fly Bison FlyMy guests are from the Abilene Flying Bison of the Mid-America League. Owner George Lessmeister and Director of Marketing Cat Duguay join me this week to discuss the operations behind a new franchise, from social media presence, to marketing, ordering merchandise, and working with the community.
2024-01-0958 minBallpark HunterIn Memoriam: Bret LeuthnerSussex County Miners play-by-plan man Bret Leuthner lost his battle with cancer on New Year's Eve. He and I once worked together in sports and although we had not talked to one another in 20-plus years, I share my thoughts on his passing.
2024-01-0310 minBallpark HunterFlying Bison Road UniformsA sneak peek at next week's episode with George Lessmeister and Cat Duguay of the Abilene Flying Bison concerning the team's color of their road uniforms.
2024-01-0300 minBallpark HunterMike VerSchave - Windy City ThunderboltsMy guest today is Mike VerSchave, GM of the Windy City Thunderbolts. He shares his experience with the ball club that dates back to 1999 along with how the ballpark's unique dimensions lends to hits charm on the Southside of Chicago.
2024-01-0235 minBallpark HunterChristmas 2023 - A Look Back at GuestsToday's episode takes a look back at the year 2023 and all of the guests who were able to appear and help me out with the show.
2023-12-2637 minBallpark HunterGlenn Campbell - Cape CatfishCape Catfish president Glen Campbell is my guest today. He discusses his role wth the Prospect League team, his ballpark's unique features, and what it means to have a baseball team in his hometown of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
2023-12-1945 minBallpark HunterAguilas de Mexicali - Zach BeesonZach Beeson returns as my guest and talks about his recent trip to Mexicali, Baja California. He went to an Agulias de Mexicali game where the experience differed slightly from North of the Border. He shares his thoughts about his evening and tells fans what to expect at a game.
2023-12-1242 minBallpark HunterLogovember '23- Jason MoragasJason Moragas is my guest this week as we discuss the recent Logovember that includes new logos of ball clubs, leagues, and rebrands.
2023-12-051h 07
Ballpark HunterFlorence Y'alls - Max Johnson & Hannah RoadenMy guests this week are from the Florence Y'alls of the Frontier League. GM Max Johnson and Marketing & Fan Experience Manager Hannah Roaden share their experience about the club from promotions, stadium improvements, bourbon slushies, and that grape jelly and goetta is delicious.
2023-11-2833 minBallpark HunterChad Misippo - Baseball in ChileMy. guest this week is Chad Misippo and he joins us from Santiago, Chile where spring is in the air and baseball is about to get ready. He is a former scout and coach in Panama and the Dominican Republic. He has also helped build the Little League program in Santiago to 200 players and tells us about how the sport is growing in a country where soccer is still king.
2023-11-2157 minBallpark HunterOld Fort Baseball Co. - Logan Wiening, Part 2Logan Wiening of Old Fort Baseball Co. returns as my guest this week to update how things have been with his website of t-shirts, caps, and sweaters.
2023-11-1447 min
Ballpark HunterQuakertown Blazers - Chris RayMy guest tonight is the GM of the Quakertown Blazers, Chris Ray, He discusses the team's 40th anniversary heading into the newly established East Coast Collegiate Baseball League and the club's new grandstands currently under construction.
2023-11-0744 min
Ballpark HunterBrad McLeod - Sask Entertainment GroupMy guest this week is Brad McLeod, the Creative Content Creator for Sask Entertainment Group. He is the creator of the Saskatoon Berries logo of the Western Canadian Baseball League and the Saskatchewan Rush logo of the National Lacrosse League. When he is not creating logos, he is busy working for the group's other sports team the Saskatoon Blades of the Western Hockey League.
2023-10-3135 min
Ballpark HunterJustin Knepp - DuBois County BombersMy guest this week is Justin Knepp, owner of the DuBois County Bombers of the Prospect League. He shares the excitement of joining the Prospect League and his plans for the ball club for 2024.
2023-10-2437 minBallpark HunterLeprechauns, Skallywags, & Death CookiesThis special episode discusses the Royal Oak Leperchauns joining the Northwoods League, The Coastal Plain League's Greenville franchise searching for a name, and the East Coast Collegiate Summer League's Poconos franchise should think about my suggestions or a team name. It's all here wrapped up in a less than 30-minute listen.
2023-10-2023 minBallpark HunterJackson Wiseman - Thrillville ThrillbilliesMy guest this week is Jackson Wiseman, Assistant General Manager of the Thrillville Thrillbillies of the Prospect League. He talks about the club's first season, the branding of the club, and what to look forward for next season.
2023-10-1748 min
Ballpark HunterSaskatoon Berries - Joe Carnahan & Summer Collegiate NewsMy guest this week is Saskatoon Berries head coach Joe Carnahan. He will lead the expansion franchise in the Western Canadian Baseball League in 2024 and he brings 20 years of experience with him serving as a player and coach for the Swift Current 57s. Je was part of 6 league championships and was named Coach of the Year four times. Stay tuned for after the interview, I have some info on the comings and goings of your favorite summer collegiate leagues.
2023-10-1048 minBallpark HunterSummer Collegiate Baseball & Triple-A AttendanceThis week's episode looks at the changes in several Summer Collegiate Baseball Leagues for 2024.
2023-10-0330 minBallpark HunterVictoria HarbourCats - Jim SwansonMy guest tonight is Jim Swanson, managing partner and GM of the Victoria HarbourCats and Nainamo NightOwls. He talks about his two ball clubs from the game day experience, the ordering of jerseys, and the cities they represent.
2023-09-2635 minBallpark HunterNBC World Series - Katie WoodsKatie Woods is my guest and she is the tournament director for the National Baseball Congress World Series in Wichita, Kansas. She is the first woman to hold the position since the NBC World Series began almost 90 years ago. Katie shares her stories working with the organization and talks about the series' rich history.
2023-09-1935 minBallpark HunterCleveland Baseball - Wayne PearsallWayne Pearsall is my guest this week and we talk a little about Cleveland baseball from his website Cleveland Buckeyes to Baseball Info Solution at Lake County Captains games. There is a lot more than just Cleveland baseball talk, we have a spirited conversation on attending games for the past 50-plus years all around the country.
2023-09-121h 07Ballpark HunterLabor Day - Taking the Day Off, What's on Deck!It's Labor Day and I decided to take the day off. Instead of a full-length episode, fans will get a preview of what's on deck. I hope everyone enjoyed their three-day weekend and we are thinking of the ones who are working today! We will see you next week.
2023-09-0510 minBallpark HunterTalking Ballparks - Donny WiseMy guest this week is Donny Wise and he talks baseball from his days attending Capital City Bombers, his secret to obtaining Savanah Bananas tickets, and his recipe for boiled peanuts.
2023-08-291h 01Ballpark HunterLiberal Bee Jays - Todd KingMy guest tonight is Liberal Bee Jays GM Todd King. We talk about his baseball club, its history, community involvement, and former players.
2023-08-2245 minBallpark HunterZach Beeson - Traveling with the kidsZach Beeson is my guest today and he has been to quite a few baseball games. He tells us what it's like to visit games with kids and some of his favorite spots this summer.
2023-08-1548 minBallpark HunterBallpark Hunting in Paducah, Cape Girardeau, Marian, Peru, and The RegionBallpark Hunting in Paducah, Cape Girardeau, Marian, Peru, and The Region
2023-08-0841 minBallpark HunterBobby Coon - Pulling the TarpBobby Coon of Pulling the Tarp podcast is my guest tonight. He talks about the development of his podcast, his years working in minor league baseball, and where to find the best cheesesteak outside of Philadelphia. We also talk a little scrapple.
2023-08-011h 37Ballpark HunterRyno - Townball Tuesdays My guest today is Ryno from Town Ball Tuesdays, a Twitter page dedicated to the celebration of great ball towns of Minnesota and their tradition.
2023-07-2546 minBallpark HunterSteve Krah Indiana RBIMy guest tonight is Steve Krah from the website Indiana RBI. We talk about some of the hidden gems big and small in the Hoosier State.
2023-07-1853 minBallpark HunterBaseball Jason - Jason HallmarkMy guest tonight is Jason Hallmark AKA Baseball Jason on Twitter. We are talking ballparks and a bit of regional foods.
2023-07-1159 minBallpark HunterWildfires & Banana BallThis week's episode is a recap of my visit to the Muskegon Clippers and West Michigan Whitecaps game, a personal tour of Valley Field, and my first time watching Banana Ball in person at Victory Field in Indianapolis.
2023-07-0434 minBallpark HunterDaniel Clapper - Biloxi ShuckersLet's go shucking! My guest this week is Daniel Clapper of the Biloxi Shuckers. He is the Director of In-Game Entertainment at MGM Field and can be found creating content and devising ways to entertain the crowds at the ballpark each and every summer. He talks about his journey working for the Altoona Seawolves and his transition to Biloxi. He also says that Altoona-style pizza is a thing. Hmmm?
2023-06-2754 minBallpark HunterBrian Bennett - Indiana High School Basketball GymsBaseball takes a side this week as we talk little high school hoops. Brian Bennett is my guest and we are talking all about Indiana high school baseball gyms and fieldhouses. The state is full of some of the largest, historic, and frenzy basketball venues in the country for high school hoops. Brian shares his memories as a child watching games at the Anderson Wigwam and his experiences coaching for the Richmond High School Red Devils.
2023-06-201h 12Ballpark HunterRyan Bascue - Texas High School FootballRyan Bascue is my guest to talk a little Texas high school football and his journey from the sports world to teaching and radio broadcasting.
2023-06-1349 minBallpark HunterBallpark Journey - My Car's Last Hurrah?This week's episode is about my recent Ballpark visit to the following stadiums: Ozing Field (Windy City Thunderbolts), Warner Park (Madison Mallards), Breese-Stevens Field (Forward Madison FC), ABC Supply Stadium (Beloit Sky Carp) and Wrigley Field (Chicago). Along the way my car engine decided to give me some trouble, will it make me back home to Indianapolis, or will have to ride a tow truck the rest of the way home? Find out in this week's episode.
2023-06-0641 minBallpark HunterReese Lannon - Mankato MoondogsThis week's guest is the Director of Broadcasting for the Mankato Moondogs of the Northwoods League. Reese has a lot of experience in the booth serving stings with the Mat-Su Miners of the Alaskan Baseball League and the Elizabethtown River Riders of the Appalachian League. In between that, he has provided play-by-play and color commentary for Bowling Green State University athletics through the Bowling Green Radio Sports Organization. We will be hearing a lot about him in the future, and you can tell your friends that you heard him here first!
2023-05-3037 minBallpark HunterSABR member - John RackanelliMy guest this week is John Rackanelli who is an active SABR member and founded the Landmarks Committee and SABR Baseball Map. He shares his baseball experiences along with his work creating a map to include all things baseball.
2023-05-2347 minBallpark HunterChad Miller - Louisville JockeysMy guest this week is co-owner of the Louisville Jockeys, Chad Miller. He talks with me about the upcoming season for his team that will see them play at Georgetown College in nearby Georgetown, Kentucky. Miller also shares a few stories of baseball in Louisville, college ballpark trends, and how he hopes to foster a community feel at games this season for his Jockeys.
2023-05-1637 minBallpark HunterWhat's in a Name? Fort Wayne Mad Ants Move to NoblesvilleThe Ft. Wayne Mad Ants are moving to Noblesville in 2024 where a brand-new 3,000-plus venue awaits them, but what should they be called? Here are my thoughts, plus when are we getting a summer collegiate ballpark north of Indianapolis? We have, or will, a soccer club, AUDL team, hockey, and basketball in new buildings, but no baseball.
2023-05-1010 minBallpark HunterBill Craib - In League With America: The Story of an Excellent AdventureMy guest today is Bill Craib, author of the book In League With America: The Story of an Excellent Adventure. It chronicles his 1991 adventure with Sue Essler to every major and minor league ballpark. Bill discusses the people he met, the places he visited, and the memories from all those years ago. He is also not done yet with his baseball travels as he continues to visit many ballparks each summer.
2023-05-0951 minBallpark HunterMike Trippy - ChiDog Fool FancastMy guest this week is Mike Trippy who is the host of the ChiDog Fool Fancast on his YouTube Channel. He talks with me about how he became a fan of the Chicago Dogs a few years ago and how his passion for his team turned into a season-ticket holder who now features podcast episodes.
2023-05-0241 minBallpark HunterCassidy Koch - Vermont Lake MonstersMy guest today is Cassidy Koch, the Director of Entertainment & Community Engagement of the Vermont Lake Monsters of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League.
2023-04-2545 minBallpark HunterCollege Ballpark & Future of the PodcastThis week I record solo and talk about the trials and tribulations of getting guests on the show and the void it could fill at times. It made me question how much longer I could host the show and bring on guests in a weekly manner. However, I run down a few guests that will appear in the coming weeks and talk about three college ballparks I visited in Kentucky last week. It's a short, but sweet episode this week.
2023-04-2129 minBallpark HunterJohn Nolan - Fort Wayne TinCapsMy guest this week is the Broadcasting & Media Relations Manager of the Ft. Wayne TinCaps, John Nolan. We have a discussion on all the new promotions this year at Parkview Field along with concession items, new jerseys, and everything else that is TinCaps baseball.
2023-04-1452 min
Ballpark HunterDennis Bastien - Jackson RockabilliesFormer Prospect League commissioner and current owner of the Jackson Rockabillies is my guest this week.
2023-04-041h 01Ballpark HunterCody White - San Antonio MissionsMy guest this week is Cody White, production specialist for the San Antonio Missions. He talks about the Missions, his time in Missoula with the Ospreys, and his YouTube page (Cody White 210) where he discusses logos from multiple leagues.
2023-03-281h 03Ballpark HunterNick Henry - The American Ballpark Road TripMy guest this week is Nick Henry, host of the American Ballpark Road Trip and former minor-league baseball GM. He talks about his career journey in the world of baseball, his love of the game, and his new YouTube channel that chronicles ballparks from across the country.
2023-03-2045 minBallpark HunterUwharrie Wampus Cats - Greg Sullivan & Houston WrightI am joined this week by team owner and GM Greg Sullivan and head coach Houston Wright of the Uwharrie Wampus Cats.
2023-03-1341 minBallpark HunterPineville Porcupines - Eric FransenMy guest this week is Eric Fransen, owner and GM of the Pineville Porcupines of the Old North State League. He talks about the new branding and what to expect at the ballpark this summer.
2023-03-0745 minBallpark HunterBoris Marche - Rouen HuskiesBoris Marche is my guest this week and he joins us from France to talk about the Rouen Huskies of the 1st Division French Baseball League. He served a 20-year career with the ball club winning 12 championships and having his number 13 retired in 2016. However, it is a quiet legacy for him, but he continues with the team as their head coach and their march to an 18th league title in 2023.
2023-02-2744 min
Up To Chat"The Ballpark Hunter" - with Marc ViquezEpisode 28. I chat with Marc Viquez, writer for the "Stadium Journey" website, and host of his own podcast, the "Ballpark Hunter" podcast. This episode is more of two friends having a conversation about baseball and sports in-general. Twitter & Instagram - @BallparkHunterMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day
2023-01-1850 min
Ballpark HunterElmira Pioneers/Batavia Muckdogs - Marc WittOur guest this week is Marc Witt, GM of Can-USA Sports. His group owns both the Elmira Pioneers and the Batavia Muckdogs of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League. Witt shares a collection of stories on what it takes to promote, sell, and get people into the stands. We may talk about the attendance figures of summer collegiate leagues in Savanna and Madison, but Elmira finished 6 out of 166 clubs in attendance in 2021-indeed an impressive feat.
2022-07-0533 min
Ballpark HunterLet's Go Branding - Copa 2022Marc and Ed are back to talk about the 10 new designs for Copa de la Diversión. We give our opinions of each design and tell you want we like and what we don't like in this week's episode.
2022-04-0849 minBallpark HunterCJ Knudsen - Vermont Lake MonstersSenior Vice-President of the Vermont Lake Monsters CJ Knudsen joins me on today's podcast to take about his club's first season in the Futures Collegiate Baseball League. He sits down to discuss the new sections at the ballpark, things to do when in town, and the transition from an affiliated club to a summer-collegiate one.
2022-04-0534 minBallpark HunterYakima Valley Pippins -- Jeff GarretsonYakima, Washington, offers great wineries, craft breweries, and scenic views. It is also home to the Yakima Valley Pippins of the West Coast League. The club's GM Jeff Garretson joins us on this week's episode to talk about the game-day experience, the ballpark improvements, and the tasty apple nachos.
2022-03-2930 minBallpark HunterWelland Jackfish -- Ryan HarrisonThe Welland Jackfish are members of the Intercounty baseball league and one of its new members The ball club plays at Welland Stadium, a ballpark first used by the Welland Pirates of the New York-Penn League in 1989. Club president Ryan Harrison discusses the team's operations, its interesting promotions that include fans kissing a fish, and how he decided with his brother over a couple of beers to name the club on this week’s episode.
2022-03-2135 minBallpark HunterTwo Guys From New Jersey PodcastTwo Guys from New Jersey have a conversation about pork roll but then it leads to further discussions on other items such as cheesesteaks, basketball, hockey, and diners. This is not your normal baseball podcast, but then again we give props to the Trenton Thunder and Jersey Shore BlueClaws for promoting pork roll at their ballparks to thousands of people each season.
2022-03-171h 02Ballpark HunterAuckland Tuataras -- Regan WoodAuckland Tuataras CEO Regan Wood is our guest on this week's episode. He tells us how he began his love of baseball in New Zealand and how he promotes his baseball club that is foreign to most fans in the country. Wood mentions getting advice from American clubs such as the Savanna Bananas, Chicago Dogs, and the St. Paul Saints. A very entertaining hour-plus of baseball talk, Kiwi style!
2022-03-141h 19Ballpark HunterSpencer Collins - SAC Sports AdventuresWe take a little side trek from the world of minor league baseball and feature Spencer Collins. He is a YouTube creator who visits ballparks and much more. He is based out of Milwaukee has reviews of Miller Park, Great American Ballpark, and Guaranteed Rate Field.
2022-03-1145 minBallpark HunterCarroll Merchants - Chris WhitakerChris Whitaker is our guest on this week's episode and he talks with us about the Carroll Merchants of the MINK League. The Town of 10,000 people in Iowa has been enjoying baseball at Merchants Park since the original ball club opened it in 1949. However, this version has
2022-03-0843 minBallpark HunterLake County Corn Dogs - Ralph FloresMajority owner Ralph Flores talks with me today about the Lake County Corn Dogs. The Northern League expansion club has released an eye-popping logo and plans to fix up Legacy Fields in Crown Point, Indiana. Flores also added having corn dogs on the menu this year.
2022-03-0128 minBallpark HunterNorth Platte Plainesmen - Chuck HeemanChuck Heeman sits down with us for a great conversation about his new ball club in North Platte, Nebraska. He discusses the preparation of the season, his 30 years of experience in the business, shares a few stories, and tells us why the club adopted the colors of hunter green, black, and silver.
2022-02-2240 minBallpark HunterAkron RubberDucks - Jim PfanderJim Pfander of the Akron RubberDucks joins the conversation this week as he discusses how the club was inspired to create the new Akron Jojos identity for an upcoming promotion this season. Also, we talk about the stadium improvements at Canal Park for its 25th season and some of the more creative food items ever to grace a minor league ballpark concession stand. All that and more on this edition of the Ballpark Hunter podcast.
2022-02-1831 minBallpark HunterCarolina Disco Turkeys -- Greg SullivanGreg Sullivan, team owner and president of the Carolina Disco Turkeys of the All-American Amateur Baseball Association is with us this week to talk about his ball club. We discuss how he came up with the unusual identity, the process of fielding a club, and where he sees his club in the future. It is an informative 30-minute talk that you'll surely enjoy,
2022-02-1530 minBallpark HunterIllinois Valley Pistol Shrimp -- John JakiemiecI am joined this week by Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp owner John Jakiemiec. He talks with us about how he picked his team's interesting nickname and how he plans to grow his ballpark in Peru, Illinois. A very interesting conversation that is no more than 30 minutes in length.
2022-02-0831 minBallpark HunterLet's Go Branding, Episode 3Marc & Ed discuss new rebrands in Sugar Land and Battle Creek along with updates in Wasau and Rochester, Minnesota. Plus, the North Platte Plainesmen burst onto the scene with a sinister look. Ed also tells us what a jojo is.
2022-02-0329 minBallpark HunterLake Country DockHounds -- Tom KelenicOn this week's episode, I am joined by the managing partner of the Lake Country DockHounds, Tom Kelenic. He talks about getting ready for the club's inaugural season in the American Association along with what to expect at the ballpark this summer. Fans will expect to enjoy beer brewed on-site, seats from pontoon boats, and light poles that light up the sky in an array of colors.
2022-02-0122 minBallpark HunterDub Sea Fish Sticks - Justin MoserGM Justin Moser of the Dub Sea Fish Sticks is our guest this week. He discusses the ball club's recent rebrand and reveals a few new promotions that will be taking place this summer at The Fryer--the club's home ballpark. The conversation also includes the process of rebranding, ballpark renovations, the inclusion of the Seal Slinger brand, and information on the Pacific International League.
2022-01-2531 minBallpark HunterLet's Go Branding: Episode 2Marc Viquez and Ed Rivera discuss a busy week in baseball branding that includes the Glacier Range Riders, Sugar Land Space Cowboys, Lake County Corndogs, Gem City Bison, and an alternative cap for the SWB Railriders.
2022-01-2458 minBallpark HunterLogo Look Quickie: Lake County Corn Dogs Unveil LogoThe Northern League's Crown Point entry will be known as the Lake County Corn Dogs when they take the field this summer. Notice they didn't include ketchup on the corn dog image!
2022-01-2110 minBallpark HunterBurlington Athletic Stadium - Burlington Sock PuppetsIn this week's podcast, I am joined by a good friend of mine, Zack Williams. We discuss the experience at a Burlington Sock Puppets game. The club rebranded in 2021 and went full-throttle with its new identity providing an atmosphere that is a delight to fans of all ages. Zach also discusses what he looks for at a ballpark for his 8-year-old daughter, who is quickly becoming a baseball fan. This episode runs for about 30 minutes, and we give much love to Sockville, USA.
2022-01-1829 min
Ballpark HunterLogo Look: Asheboro ZooKeepersThe Asheboro Copperheads (Coastal Plain League) are no more and have rebranded as the Asheboro ZooKeepers. The team released its new identity that includes the colors of brown, black, khaki, and jungle green. Their logo features five different identities: a zookeeper, elephant, rhinoceros, giraffe, and a snake (perhaps a nod to the Copperhead brand). However, what do we think about the new look and its marketing possibilities? Ed Rivera of The Dat Hat Chronicles joins me to weigh in another baseball rebrand this off-season.
2022-01-1124 min
Ballpark HunterBattle Creek Baseball Name the TeamI will give my thoughts on the Battle Creek Baseball Team's fan vote for a new name on this week's episode. I will tell you my favorite name and how ownership responded to fan input.
2022-01-0511 min
The Baseball Bucket List Podcast3. Ballpark Hunting with Marc ViquezIn this episode of The Baseball Bucket List Podcast, we chat with Marc Viquez - The Ballpark Hunter. We cover his favorite ballparks (he's been to 276 and counting!), ballpark foods, baseball memories, and why a trip to Minnesota may be in order if you're a ballpark hunter yourself. Find the full show notes at https://baseballbucketlist.com/podcast/episode-003-ballpark-hunting-with-marc-viquez/Find Marc across the web:Twitter: @BallparkHunterYouTube: Ballpark HunterStadium Journey articles by MarcIf you’re interested in being a guest on the show, reach out at https://baseballbucketlist.com/po...
2021-07-1531 min
Mike SafoMike Safo with Marc Víquez, aka "The Ballpark Hunter"Joined today by Marc Víquez, aka "The Ballpark Hunter". Marc and I chat about growing up in New Jersey, his favorite jersey shore spots and why he left Rutgers for Indiana state. We chat bout team loyalty and if he’s strayed away from his childhood teams. Marc tells us how he was asked to cover different minor league ballparks in the tri state area and how that turned into a 20-year journey visiting over 270 ballparks, arenas and stadiums. We hear what marc looks for in a stadium, what are his wow factors are and the best places to drink...
2020-07-2846 min