It was an ordinary day. Watching my grandson Caden play in a few games at Lancaster's Clipper Magazine Stadium. His team qualified for the Lancaster County summer league tournament in the 16 and under tournament. But, the star of the day has to be the stadium which was recently voted Ballpark Digest's Best MLB Partner League Ballpark for the third consecutive year. The stadium with a dirt diamond is a baseball haven, an amusement park and a perfect spot for date night or family time. It's an escape from the stress of the world! 'The folks in and around Clipper Stadium really support this stadium and what the stadium's owners try to accomplish. It is not only a good baseball park, but an awesome community center. You don't necessarily have to be a baseball fan to enjoy the park. For the youngsters, or even the young at heart, there is a children's park that's home to an eye-catching carousel, which can be seen lit up and spinning at every game. For mothers of the tiniest fans, there is the May-Grant Obstetrics & Gynecology Little Sluggers Dugout to provide comfort while nursing. For the adults that get upset when the Barnstormers begin to lose, there's cornhole and outdoor games at the Capital Blue Cross Backyard, which is outfitted with colorful chairs and offers a different view of the field. The Subaru Outdoor Experience is another playful option, offering games such as Jenga. For foodies and beer enthusiasts, game days are perfect for indulgence. The Bat Craft Beer Deck features almost 20 Pennsylvania brews on tap. The concession stands house options that include Hess's BBQ, Fuddruckers and other local choices. But, it's not just meant for the fans who attend the games. The players on the teams that play in the stadium seem to enjoy all that is offered to the players. Many often comment about the people who work and staff all the events in the stadium. The Barnstormers play 66 home games during the season, but there are many other dates that fill the stadium as well. Graduations are hosted in the stadium, community events are held in the stadium, blood drives are held in the stadium, movie nights are held in the stadium, 4th of July is celebrated in the stadium and a Christmas light show is part of the holidays. The staff of the ballpark is always busy preparing for the upcoming events that take place on a yearly basis. Months go in to making each event special to Lancaster and it's neighboring cities and towns. And, that's why it has been voted the best ballpark in its class in Ballpark Digest. Stop some time to look around the park and see what they have to offer. Well, my grandson's game has ended and they just missed the finals by a couple of runs. Last year they won the annual event, but some of the teams have improved from last year and made it tougher to win this year. Still love making a visit to the stadium and having something to eat and drink while watching. The Atlantic League is in it's second half of the season, so I still have a chance to take in a game or two before it will end. It was another extraordinary day in the life of an ordinary guy.
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