News Summary
The Greenville Drive is set to celebrate its 20th season with a series of exciting events in 2025, highlighting its strong fan base and community ties. The season will commence with a kickoff party and home opener, while fans can enjoy streamed games and special celebrations including the milestone of welcoming the 6 millionth fan. Anticipated events like the Freedom Fest homestand will offer fans exciting prizes and recognition opportunities, emphasizing the team’s commitment to creating memorable experiences within the local community.
Greenville is gearing up for a grand celebration as the Greenville Drive marks its 20th season in 2025. As a High-A minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, the team has built a passionate fan base, with over 500,000 attendees flocking to games each season at Fluor Field, located at 945 S. Main St. in downtown Greenville. Fans can look forward to a season kickoff party on March 15, 2025, followed by the highly anticipated home opener on April 4, 2025.
To enhance fan engagement, Drive games will be streamed this season on the Palmetto Sports and Entertainment network, accessible via Spectrum channel 703 and antenna channel 21.2. This accessibility is expected to bring the excitement of Drive baseball to an even wider audience.
During the upcoming season, the Drive anticipates welcoming its 6 millionth fan to Fluor Field in July 2025, a significant milestone that is expected to be celebrated alongside other special events. One of the highlights includes the Freedom Fest homestand from July 1-3, where seven fans will be chosen to compete for a grand prize package. This prize includes a trip for four to Boston, tickets to a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, and season tickets for the Drive’s 2026 season.
Additionally, an honorary fan will be selected from attendees during the July 1-3 games as well as the July 8 home game. The winner of this honor will be featured in the Drive’s “Our Home Team” billboard ad campaign, showcasing the team’s dedication to its fans. Runners-up will also receive prizes, along with exciting giveaways for attendees at the July 8 game.
Opening Weekend Schedule
The opening weekend of the 2025 season will kick off with three games:
- Opening Night: April 4 at 6:45 PM
- April 5: 6:45 PM
- April 6: 3:05 PM
Moving forward into the season, games from Tuesday to Thursday will begin at 6:45 PM, while Sunday games will start at 3:05 PM, allowing fans to enjoy evening matches during the weekdays and afternoon games on Sundays.
A Community Legacy
Craig Brown, the owner and chairman of the Greenville Drive, underscored the significance of the partnerships that have developed over the last twenty years with fans, sponsors, and the broader community. These relationships have been instrumental in the Drive’s success and growth in Greenville, reinforcing the team’s commitment to being a beloved local institution.
The Greenville Drive’s 20th season is not just a celebration of its history, but also an opportunity to foster community spirit, support local initiatives, and continue building on the legacy that has made minor league baseball a cherished pastime in the region. With the combination of exciting games, fan-oriented events, and partnerships within the community, the Drive looks forward to creating memorable experiences for fans in the upcoming season.
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Additional Resources
- WYFF4: 20 Years of the Greenville Drive
- Wikipedia: Gerald Griffin
- MiLB: Hot Stove 2025
- Google Search: Greenville Drive 2025
- Fox Carolina: Greenville Drive Celebrates Two Decades
- Google Scholar: Greenville Drive
- Greenville Journal: Big Prizes Await Greenville Drive’s 6 Millionth Fan
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Minor League Baseball
- Fox Carolina: Greenville Drive Kicks Off 20th Season
- Google News: Greenville Drive 2025 Season
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