The Portland Sea Dogs, in partnership with the Pine Tree Society and the Maine Association of the Deaf, will host their second annual Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Night on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Delta Dental Park at Hadlock Field in Portland.
The Sea Dogs will wear specially designed teal jerseys that replace the traditional Sea Dogs script with “Sea Dogs” spelled out in American Sign Language (ASL).
The jerseys will be auctioned off after the game to benefit the Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience.
Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience brings Maine’s Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth together at Pine Tree Camp for unique opportunities year-round.
The camp was established by Pine Tree Society’s Director of Interpreting Services Joshua Seal, who was tragically killed in the Lewiston tragedy.
To enhance the fan experience and create an inclusive environment for members of the deaf community, sign language interpreters will be stationed on top of the third base dugout throughout the game.
Interpreters will also be available at guest services and concession stands to assist fans with any questions or concerns.
Fans requiring interpreter services can purchase tickets in specially designated sections 211 and 212, where interpreter services will be available.
Tickets are available at seadogs.com or by calling the Sea Dogs ticket office at 207-879-9500.
Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. for the 6 p.m. game against the Hartford Yard Goats.
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