Despite intense preparation for the SWB Yankees' 2013 season in a newly renovated stadium, staff members have felt lost without games at PNC Field. To get their "fix" for the season, front office staff will take over a night of baseball at Plains Township Little League's Tokach Field at 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 22.

Plains Little League recently suffered a large arson fire that claimed its press box. The league also was robbed of numerous items key to the running of the league. Upon hearing of the tragedy, the SWB Yankees decided to step in to create a night of fun and excitement players and families won't soon forget.

The event, planned with the help of Plains Little League officials, will take place before and during three abbreviated exhibition games (Minor vs. Major Girls Softball and Major Boys Baseball: Suburban vs. East Plains and Hudson vs. Midvale).

The SWB staff will turn the night into one of the team's "home games," complete with a cap giveaway to the first 1,000 fans, special guest National Anthem performer, in-game entertainment and music, T-shirt tosses, SWB Yankees mascot CHAMP in attendance and more.

"We're looking to raise the spirits of everyone involved with the Plains Little League in an effort to help out during a tough time," said Doug Augis, SWB Yankees Vice President of Ticket Sales. "The SWB staff is excited to present something super-special that would not only help in the recovery effort, but insure that kids, their friends, and families would have a great night to remember."

To help raise funds for Plains Little League's recovery, SWB has put together a donation basket with assorted merchandise and signed memorabilia, along with a signed Andy Pettite autographed baseball, all of which will be auctioned off during the event. Other baskets donated by local businesses and residents will also be auctioned off. The event will be open to the public, who are encouraged to come out and enjoy a great night of fun, baseball, softball and entertainment.

Directions to Tokach Field: FROM RT 309 (TRAVELING SOUTH):
Take the S RIVER RD exit towards PITTSTON/PLAINS, exit #3
Turn Left onto S RIVER RD (0.1 miles)
Bear Right onto MAFFETT ST
Turn Left onto AMESBURY ST (Sincavage Lumber is on the corner)
Turn Left into Parking lot (after second building on the left) the field is down the steps.

FROM RT 309 (TRAVELING NORTH):
Take the S RIVER RD exit towards PITTSTON/PLAINS, exit #3
Turn Right onto S RIVER RD (0.0 miles)
Bear Right onto MAFFETT ST
Turn Left onto AMESBURY ST (Sincavage Lumber is on the corner)
Turn Left into Parking lot (after second building on the left) The field is down the steps.

FROM PITTSTON (TRAVELING SOUTH) via RIVER RD:
Take the RIVER RD thru Plains Turn Left onto POPLAR ST (at M&T Bank on right)
Take immediate Left onto AMESBURY ST
Turn Right at Stop sign onto WYOMING ST
Turn Left into field parking lot

FROM PITTSTON (TRAVELING SOUTH) via MAIN ST:
Take the MAIN ST thru Plains
Bear right at Turkey Hill onto MAFFETT ST
Turn Right onto AMESBURY ST (Sincavage Lumber is on the corner)
Turn Left into Parking lot (after second building on the left) the field is down the steps.

FROM SOUTH (TRAVELING NORTH): Take 81 N to exit 170B RT 309 North
Take the S RIVER RD exit towards PITTSTON/PLAINS, exit #3
Turn Left onto S RIVER RD (0.1 miles)
Bear Right onto MAFFETT ST
Turn Left onto AMESBURY ST (Sincavage Lumber is on the corner)
Turn Left into Parking lot (after second building on the left) the field is down the steps.