PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) — The Portland Sea Dogs will become the Maine Candlepins for a game on Aug. 2 when the team hosts the Erie SeaWolves.
Candlepin bowling is a variation of bowling that is unique to New England and the Canadian Maritime provinces. It’s been a popular sport amongst Mainers since the 1880s. Candlepin bowling is played with a handheld-sized ball and tall, narrow pins that resemble candles, hence the name. The pins are manufactured by Garland Manufacturing Company, which is in Saco.
The team will wear specially designed Maine Candlepin jerseys and hats as part of the night. The game will feature various bowling themed promotions.
The jersey resembles a typical retro style bowling shirt. The back of the jersey features lane markings and the numbering is in the design of bowling pins. The right sleeve features a pair of socks in the design of bowling pins in a pair of bowling shoes that will remind fans of the Red Sox logo. The left sleeve features the Sea Dogs state of Maine logo.
The hat logo was created by Sea Dogs staff member Kevyn Tibbott while the jersey was created by Ted Seavey from Seaboard Studios which is based in Scarborough.
Tickets for the Maine Candlepins game on August 2 and all Sea Dogs home games are available for purchase online at seadogs.com or by calling the Sea Dogs ticket office at 207-879-9500.
Maine Candlepins merchandise including hats, T-shirts, and novelties are available for sale at the United Healthcare Souvenir Store located at Delta Dental Park at Hadlock Field and online at seadogs.com.
The Sea Dogs have previously rebranded to the Maine Whoopie Pies, honoring Maine’s official state treat, the Maine Red Snappers, celebrating Maine’s iconic red dog, the Maine Bean Suppahs, celebrating the centuries-old New England gathering tradition, the Maine Lobster Bakes and the Maine Clambakes.
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