Join us for The Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies!

Saturday, March 23, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Eastern Park
Fields 2 & 4
199 Hill Rd, Smyrna, NC 28579

Join us for this year’s Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies on Saturday March 23, 2024, from 9:30am - 1:30pm at Eastern Park.

This fun event provides a unique opportunity for Down East Softball players, families and friends to come together and celebrate all the teams and players in our league. 

What happens at the Opening Ceremonies? 

• Introduction of Teams, Coaches, and Umpires
• Ceremonial First Pitch
• National Anthem
• Hit-A-Thon
• Team and individual player photos - more information to come!
• Food available for purchase - Down East Clam Chowder!
• Community building 
  
• 2 50LBs of Shrimp up for raffle (to be picked up in season)
• 50/50 Raffle 
• Additional Games for all ages

We look forward to seeing you there!

FAQ

Is Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies attendance required?
Participation in Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies events, including team photos, is optional. Please consider letting your team coach know if you are unable to attend.

Who may attend the Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies?
DEGSL players and families, coaches, umpires and volunteers, and Community members. Please note that we ask that pets not be brought to this event.

Do I need to attend Down East Girls Softball Opening Ceremonies all day?
Please check with your coach about your team’s Opening Ceremonies schedule.

I have multiple players on different teams. Can their photos be taken at the same time?
Each DEGSL team has been assigned specific time slots for photos. 

How do I order team photos?
You will be provided photo ordering soon via email.

Do I have to order photos?
No, a player may participate in the team photo without purchasing a photo package. Additionally, if your player does not wish to appear in the team photo, that is fine. Please consider alerting your Team Manager so they may plan accordingly.

Are restrooms available?
Yes, we have ADA facilities on site.