Sunday – July 11 – Reece Fields
Reece Fields, Pitcher North Greenville University This trip has been extremely eye opening for me. I had heard stories from previous players of what the Dominican Republic would look like, but I was still shocked when I saw the villages for the first time. They...
Saturday – July 10 – Ben Wetenhall
Ben Wetenhall, Infielder College of Charleston As we our in our last week here in the Dominican Republic, it makes me come to realize how blessed I am to be in this amazing country one more time. This morning, we woke up early (per usual) and headed to San Pedro de...
Friday – July 9 – Patrick Brogan
Patrick Brogan, Outfielder California University of Pennsylvania Today the team and I had an unforgettable experience as we got to play the St. Louis Cardinals Dominican Summer league squad. After driving through the streets of the Dominican Republic the past week...
DAYS 5-8 IN THE DR
Our amazing and life-changing trip continues. The Dominican Republic is an unbelievable place filled with unbelievable people. We see the beauty of the country and the people every day. I must say that we also see the abject poverty every day as well. It is...
FIRST 4 DAYS IN THE DR
The 2021 Piedmont Pride International Team has had a remarkable 4 days in the Dominican Republic. We left Charlotte-Douglas Airport at 9:30 Thursday morning and landed at Las Americas Airport in Santo Domingo at 3:15. After getting our 16 bags of equipment,...
Thursday – July 8 – Sam Blancato
Sammy Blancato, Outfielder Georgia Southern University This is my second year with the Piedmont Pride. I had the awesome opportunity to play with the Pride last year despite everyone battling Covid-19. I was a late addition to the team and I wouldn’t trade last...
Wednesday – July 7 – Hayden Cross
Hayden Cross, Catcher App State University So far this trip has been an eye opening experience. The places that we have seen and the way that people live is unlike anything that I have ever seen before. I have been blessed to have the opportunity to join this team...
Tuesday – July 6 – Levi Parker
Levi Parker, Pitcher Columbia International University Today, we got the chance to play against the New York Mets Dominican Summer League Team at their facility. The field and surrounding area were immaculate and the group of young men aged 17-21 we played against...
Monday, July 5 – Andrew Terrell
Andrew Terrell, Outfielder/Pitcher Appalachian State University First off, I would like to thank my family and everyone who supported me so I could make this trip happen. Without them I wouldn’t be able to grow in my faith and see how thankful we all are in the...
Sunday, July 4 – Abraham Mow
Abraham Mow, Infielder Slippery Rock University Today, the team had a bit more of a relaxed day, having only one event scheduled for the day. We attended a church in the heart of La Romana. The experience we had was surprising. During our drive to the church, the...
