Month: December 2014

T-Bones sign former Houston farmhand

The Kansas City T-Bones announced today that they have signed Adam Bailey to a contract for the 2015 season.

Bailey, who’ll be 27 when the season starts in May, is a 6-foot and 201-pound left-handed outfielder originally from Lincoln, Neb., but now lives in Overland Park, Kan.

In 2014 — his second season with Long Island of the Atlantic League, Bailey drove in 89 runs and batted .301 with 147 hits, including 23 doubles and 20 home runs.

The Houston Astros selected Bailey in the 23rd round of the 2010 MLB Amateur Draft out of the University of Nebraska. He reached triple-A Oklahoma City during the 2012 season. In five professional seasons, Bailey is a .274 hitter with 571 hits, 73 homers, 251 runs and 319 RBIs.

“Adam is a corner outfielder with some pop in his bat, who gives us that middle-of-the-lineup run producer,” said T-Bones manager John Massarelli.

In an unrelated transaction, the T-Bones placed infielder Darrell Hudson on irrevocable waivers for the purpose of giving him his unconditional release.

– Story from T-Bones

Group tickets available for Sporting KC matches

Sporting Kansas City is now accepting deposits for groups of 20 or more to attend home matches at Sporting Park in 2015.

There is expected to be high demand and limited availability of group tickets. Individuals can contact a group sales representative by phone at 913-387-3400 or by completing the online registration form.

Group deposits start at $300 and will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis to secure priority consideration for preferred seating areas, game dates and requested match day amenities. Accommodations are limited and advance reservations are required.

Sporting Park has sold out 53 straight MLS matches (including postseason) since 2012. The stadium will feature unique premium hospitality options specifically tailored to group experiences in 2015, including indoor-outdoor seating, all-inclusive food and drink, pre-match tailgating and on-field VIP experiences.

The 2015 Major League Soccer season will run from March through October with Sporting KC playing 17 regular season home matches.

The two-time MLS Cup champions will celebrate their 20th season with a move to the Western Conference, guaranteeing home dates against the LA Galaxy, Real Salt Lake and Seattle Sounders FC – the top three teams in the West this season –– who feature MVP finalists Robbie Keane and Obafemi Martins and U.S. Men’s National Team captain Clint Dempsey.

Major League Soccer will release the full 2015 schedule following MLS Cup 2014.
– Story from Sporting KC

KCKCC softball team assists in Thanksgiving dinner for 125

Members of the Kansas City Kansas Community College softball team were everywhere making preparations for serving Thanksgiving dinner to 125 tenants and guests at Planters II high rise facility for disabled and handicapped. (KCKCC photo)
Members of the Kansas City Kansas Community College softball team were everywhere making preparations for serving Thanksgiving dinner to 125 tenants and guests at Planters II high rise facility for disabled and handicapped. (KCKCC photo)

by Alan Hoskins

Members of the Kansas City Kansas Community College softball team took time away from their Thanksgiving break to help others have a festive Thanksgiving.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Lady Blue Devil softball team coached by Kacy Tillery helped serve Thanksgiving dinner to more than 125 tenants and guests from the Planters II high rise facility for elderly and disabled in Leavenworth.

“For the last 10 years, Amy and Janice Carpenter and Joyce Adams have cooked and prepared Thanksgiving dinner for the tenants and their families,” Tillery said. “For many, it’s the only Thanksgiving dinner they will receive and something our softball teams looks forward to and enjoys assisting.”

The menu included five turkeys, three 20-pound hams, 60 pounds of sweet potatoes, 80 pounds of mashed potatoes, buckets of gravy, nine pans of dressing, two roasters of green beans, 14 cans of cranberry sauce, 15 dozen rolls and 30 pies. “A huge success,” Tillery said. “Plenty of food with seconds for everyone.”

In addition to the annual Thanksgiving assistance, the Blue Devil softball team is making available a large assortment of Blue Devil short and long-sleeve T-shirts, hoodies, fleeces and caps. Descriptions and prices can be found on the KCKCC softball website (www.bluedevils.kckcc.edu/sports) or by contacting Kacy Tillery at [email protected].

Alan Hoskins is the sports information director for KCKCC.