By Dana Poore, Admissions Advisor
Spring in Auburn means it’s time for my favorite season of the year: baseball season! My favorite pastime is watching baseball, whether it be a night game in the middle of the week or a beautiful Sunday afternoon. If Plainsman Park is open, more than likely, you will be able to find me there.
My love of baseball comes from the days when my parents took me to Mobile Bay Bears games to help me learn more about being a catcher since I played softball. Those days in Hank Aaron Stadium always brought so much joy and peace to me, and they are some of my fondest memories. Baseball was also my first official sport I attended at Auburn as a kid. Although Plainsman Park has gotten some updates since my first visit, it is still just as special to me as it was on that first visit.
So, when I grew up with easy access to continue going to baseball games, I was all in. I find myself counting down to opening day each year. In my eyes, Auburn baseball is the perfect example of if you love Auburn, it will love you right back. For me, baseball is my refuge, no matter what is going on in my life: the good, the bad, and the ugly. I know when I walk into Plainsman Park for a brief time, it all melts away. Whether I am taking in a baseball game with a group of friends or making a solo trip to Plainsman Park, I know I am with family. One of the special aspects about baseball is that it is a very social game. I have gotten to sit with Auburn alumni who, after the last three years, I have made connections and community with. Plainsman park, whether you are sitting in the outfield or directly behind home plate, is such a magical place to be. Plainsman Park is even electric when 1st pitch has to be delayed until 9:15 pm due to weather. Take it from a girl who loves baseball, but who loves Auburn baseball the most.
If you cannot find me during baseball season, chances are high that I am hiding away in Plainsman Park cheering on the Tigers! Check out this year’s schedule here, and make it to a game if you can. I hope it’s as wonderful an experience for you as it is for me!
