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Yahoo
17-05-2025
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Bird Dawgs record first ever victory over New Jersey Jackals
PATERSON, N.J. (WNCT) — The Down East Bird Dawgs secured their first win in franchise history Friday night. The team scored five runs in the opening inning and beat the New Jersey Jackals with an 8-2 victory. The Bird Dawgs scored their final run in the top of the fifth as Cole Hill knocked a base hit to score Emmanuel Tapia to take an 8-0 advantage. Spencer Johnston retired the first nine batters he faced and delivered six innings, allowing six hits and one run while striking out six batters and walking none. The Bird Dawgs advance to 1-4 and will take on the New Jersey Jackals again on Saturday, May 17, for game two of the three-game series. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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Kinston's Bird Dawgs debut with strong community support
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — The Down East Bird Dawgs had their inaugural game Friday, May 9, 2025, and fans were more than excited. 'I think we are going to have a good year and good season and bring it where it's supposed to be, at home Kinston North Carolina,' local Reginald Williams said. As fans filed in Grainger Stadium, they all were ready to watch the Bird Dawgs season get underway, as there was a lot of excitement behind the team. Some even came to celebrate their birthday and have a good time, like Jennie Lynch! 'Just to have fun. To be away from everyday things and just have fun,' Lynch said. Some people came with family! 'We are excited to be here tonight,' Nola Jones said. 'It's their first game with us, this is my Dad, and he wanted to come surprise the boys with the first game of the season.' Other locals have history with Grainger Stadium and are now back to their roots on the Bird Dawgs. 'I always pull for the home team. I went to high school at Grainger and graduated from this stadium,' Local fan Bill Hood said. 'When I was a child, my father ran concession here when they were the Kinston Eagles, so I have spent many a night at this stadium— Anything that brings in people from out and around the area is always good for the city.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
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Down East Bird Dawgs unveil new mascot and launch voting for name
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — The Down East Bird Dawgs have introduced their new mascot for the inaugural 2025 season. After months of planning and designing, they released a picture of the furry friend that will represent the new team. For the name, they are asking the community to help vote for a name which will take place from Friday at noon to Tuesday at noon. To vote on the name for the mascot, fans are asked to like and follow the Down East Bird Dawgs on Facebook and Instagram or by visiting their website. The Bird Dawgs season opener is set for Friday, May 9, 2025 with first pitch at 7:00PM at Historic Grainger Stadium. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
