Rumble Ponies to honor veterans, active service members this weekend
Both active and retired personnel can receive two complimentary tickets to any of the three games this weekend, May 23 to May 25, by showing their ID at the Visions Federal Credit Union Starting Gate Box Office.
On Friday, May 23, 'Grace Good: Girl on Fire' will bring her acrobatic skills to Mirabito Stadium as entertainment, and there will be 'patriotic-themed' fireworks following the game. On Saturday, May 24, the first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a camouflage Rumble Ponies hat.
'Military Appreciation Weekend serves as a meaningful opportunity to express our deep gratitude. We're proud to partner with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies to offer a small token of thanks for all they've done for our country, celebrated through America's favorite pastime,' Mirabito Energy Products Director of Marketing and Communications, Marissa Sweeney, said.
Mirabito has been a sponsor of Military Appreciation Weekend since 2017.
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