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Looking for specific details on how things work at Oakland Coliseum? Our A-to-Z Guide can answer your questions! The information below pertains to regular season games.
This guide is designed to assist our fans by presenting information about Oakland Athletics / Oakland Coliseum offerings and accommodations. The information is presented in alphabetical order for your ease of use.
ADA Services
The A's are committed to providing every guest, including those with vision, hearing, mobility or other disabilities, with a comfortable and enjoyable experience at the Oakland Coliseum.
See Assistive Listening Devices, Closed Captioning Devices, Noise Cancelling Headphones, Quiet Rooms, Special Accommodations, Stroller & Wheelchair Check or Wheelchair Accessible Seats for additional information.
Alcohol Free Seating
Alcohol free seating is available for most Oakland A's games. Guests who are interested in this seating option should notify the Guest Services Department prior to their visit to inquire about the alcohol free seating availability. To contact the Guest Services Department call the Guest Services Hotline at (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813, email firstname.lastname@example.com or visit the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Alcoholic Beverage Policies
The following alcohol related policies are meant to help promote safe and responsible alcohol consumption at the Coliseum:
- No kegs are allowed in the parking lots of the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
- No alcohol is permitted to enter or leave the facility.
- Impaired guests will be denied entry.
- A "Designated Driver" incentive program is available to all guests of legal drinking age.
- All guests under the age of thirty (30) will be required to show proof of age for alcohol purchase.
- A guest may not purchase/have in possession more than two alcoholic beverages at one time.
- Alcohol is not to be served to an impaired guest.
- It is illegal for anyone under the age of 21, (each individual guest must have valid ID as proof they are 21 or older), to purchase or be in possession of alcoholic beverages.
- Alcohol service in all concession stands, suites, and the Shibe Park Tavern ends at the first pitch of the 8th inning.
Alcohol may not be taken outside of a Suite after the first pitch of the 8th inning.
Service dogs and mini-horses are allowed inside the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. The owner is responsible for the care and supervision of their animal and is liable for their animal's actions. Guests may exit the stadium at Gates C & D if needed for animal restroom breaks. All other animals will not be allowed inside the stadium, with the exception of guests participating in the Oakland A's Bark in the Park promotion.
A's Memories
The Oakland A's are excited to offer fans the opportunity to customize and enhance their experience while at the ballgame. Whether it is upgrading your seat to a different area of the ballpark, taking a picture on the field pregame or meeting your favorite A's player, you can now purchase seat upgrades and A's Memories through the MLB Ballpark app for iPhones and Android phones.
A's Season Ticket Holders will receive an early access window to purchase A's Memories.
Assistive Listening Devices
Amplification devices for guests with hearing impairments are available in the Guest Services Office located at section 126.
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Fans are allowed to seek autographs from anywhere in the stadium seating bowl with the exception of Section 119, rows 5-12 and Section 115, rows 5-12. Once the ticketed guest arrives, the guest seeking the autograph must move to another location.
All guests will need to return to their ticketed seat once the batting cage is pulled at the end of batting practice, or 45 minutes before game time if there is no batting practice. Players may sign autographs close to first pitch at the field entrance between Sections 122 and 123. Fans will be allowed to get autographs until the player leaves. Please be advised that sitting or standing on the top of the dugout is prohibited and will result in the guest being asked to return to their ticketed seat.
*The Oakland Athletics reserve the right to ask a guest to leave the autograph accessible area in the event they are harassing a player or other guests.
Automatic Teller Machines (ATM)
ATM Machines are located throughout the ballpark in the following locations:
- Main Concourse inside the ballpark behind Section 113
- Main Concourse inside the ballpark behind Section 120
- Main Concourse inside entrance Gate A at Section 101
- Main Concourse inside entrance Gate B at Section 134
- Main Concourse inside entrance Gate C at Section 109
- Main Concourse inside entrance Gate D at Section 125
- Main Concourse behind Section 141
- Club Concourse behind Section 204
- Club Concourse behind Section 217
- Outside the stadium on the Plaza, next to Ticket Services
Automobile Assistance
Guests experiencing car problems may check in with the attendant at the North Flagpole (located at the entrance of parking lot F) or the South Flagpole (located at the entrance parking lot E) for assistance.
Bag Claim
The A's offer a free Bag Claim service to guests who have bags with dimensions larger than 16"x16"x8". Bag Claim is located at the D Gate Kiosk and is open from gate opening until 20 minutes after the game has ended. The A's will not check alcohol or weapons of any kind.
Ballpark Mobile Phone App
The MLB Ballpark application perfectly complements and personalizes any trip to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum with A's Memories, mobile check-in, social media, offers, rewards and exclusive content. Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum also offers seat and experience upgrade components. Check in automatically with iBeacon technology (iOS devices only) at the Coliseum for exclusive Athletics offers and in-game features. Learn More and Download.
- Unlock offers and check in to games using iBeacon technology.
- Access your online tickets with My Tickets.
- Upgrade your seat and ballpark experience.
- View your check-in history and access exclusive content with My Journal.
- Explore the park with interactive concourse maps, directories and concession menus.
- Find out your favorite player and ballpark entrance music, with the ability to purchase songs on iPhone.
Banners and Signs
Management reserves the right to remove any sign that does not comply with this policy. Signs and banners may be displayed at games as long as:
- They do not obstruct the sight line of another guest.
- They are not larger than 3' tall x 6' wide.
- They are not in the field of play.
- They do not interfere with gameplay or tend to distract any player (without limitation, signs are specifically prohibited throughout the "Diamond Level" seating area).
- They do not cover up any existing signage.
- They are not commercial in nature.
- They do not contain obscene or inflammatory language.
- They are not paraded around the stadium.
Baseball Bats
Baseball bats are permitted inside the Coliseum for autographs from gate opening until the conclusion of batting practice or forty-five (45) minutes prior to first pitch. After batting practice concludes all bats must be checked in at the Guest Services Office at section 126 to be stored until the conclusion of the game. Management reserves the right to remove any bats from the ballpark at any time.
Batting Practice
Batting practice and infield times are subject to change or may be canceled at any time depending on the pre-game schedule and team's discretion.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate a special A's fan's birthday with a private tour of the Oakland Coliseum and a birthday meal. The tour lasts approximately one hour and will take guests to various areas throughout the Coliseum. You will also have the chance to sit down in an area of the stadium to enjoy birthday cupcakes and a wonderful birthday lunch. For additional information, please contact the Guest Services Department by calling the Guest Services Hotline at (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2209, email firstname.lastname@example.com or visit the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Box Office
The Box Office is open for every A's home game.
D Gate Box Office Hours:
Non-Game Days & Off-Season:
Monday-Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 3pm
Sunday: Closed
Game Days:
Monday-Thursday: 10am until 2 hours after game starts
Friday-Sunday: 10am until 30 minutes after game ends
Ticket kiosks are located outside and inside the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum for guests to purchase tickets or access their tickets via the kiosk's digital Will Call service. Tickets for individual games may be purchased online here. Tickets for individual games may also be purchased by phone at (877) 493-BALL (2255).
Broadcast Information
A's television broadcast are shown on Comcast SportsNet California (Comcast channel 41 and HD channel 721): Ray Fosse, Glen Kuiper
A's radio broadcast are played on the A's Radio Network: 95.7 FM The Game: Ken Korach and Vince Cotroneo.
Canceled Games & Rain Checks
Should a game be canceled or postponed, please retain your ticket.
Carry-in Items
All bags entering the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum must be 16"x16"x8" or smaller and are subject to search. Bags are not required to be plastic or clear. A complete listing of the A's bag size requirements and acceptable items are listed in the permitted and prohibited items categories below. For questions concerning allowable carry-in items, please call the Guest Services Hotline at (510) 638-4900 ext. 2813 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Charging Stations
The Oakland A's offer 2 charging stations where guests can charge their phone at:
- On the Main Concourse at section 134
- Outside the Shibe Park Tavern at section 217
Charter Buses
Charter buses should enter the Oakland Coliseum property through the Baldwin Street parking entrance. Bus parking is located parking lot B on the south side of the property.
Children under two years old do not need a ticket to enter the Coliseum. However, they must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. Fold-up strollers should be stored under the seat. Non-folding strollers should be checked at the Guest Services Office located at section 126 or the Information Booths located at sections 101, 134, and 220.
Closed Captioning Devices
Closed Captioning Devices allow guests to view a closed caption version of the in-stadium announcements. Closed Captioning can be viewed through the MLB Ballpark App free of charge. Download the application to your Android or Apple mobile device from the Google Play, Amazon, or App Store. Select the Oakland Coliseum and tap on the Closed Caption option. For guests that do not have a cell phone with internet capabilities, devices can be obtained by visiting the Guest Services Office at section 126. The device must be returned at the end of the game.
Code of Conduct
The Oakland Athletics are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable environment. Our staff is here to proactively assist you and to help ensure a positive family entertainment experience:
- Guests will follow the specified policies regarding carry-in items. Guests will allow any acknowledged representative at the gate of entrance to search items being brought into the stadium.
- Guests will show their ticket when requested and sit only in their ticketed seat.
- The progress of the game will not be disrupted by guests' actions or unauthorized persons entering the playing field.
- Guests will enjoy the baseball experience free from foul/abusive language or obscene gestures.
- Obscene or indecent clothing will not detract from the guest experience.
- Guests will refrain from smoking (including e-cigarettes) in any area of the facility.
- Guests will refrain from displays of affection that are inappropriate in a public setting and family environment.
- Impaired or intoxicated guests will be handled in a prompt and safe manner.
- Guests are subject to metal detection screening.
- Alcohol that is brought in from the outside of the stadium is not permitted at any time and guests who are in violation are subject to immediate ejection from the facility (see Oakland Municipal Code 8.44.30.D).
The Oakland Athletics reserves unto itself the right to determine what constitutes unacceptable behavior. Any guest that fails to comply with any of the above stated policies is subject to ejection from the stadium and/or arrest.
Comments, Compliments and Complaints
The A's value guests' opinions and suggestions on how we can provide quality customer service. Guests can leave feedback and comments about their experience at the Coliseum by filling out a comment card at the Guest Services Office at section 126 or the Information Booths at sections 101, 134, and 220. Guests may also reach out to the Guest Services Department by calling (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813, emailing email@example.com.
Community Fund Programs
The Oakland A's Community Fund supports charitable organizations in improving the quality of life for people throughout the Bay Area. Specifically, the fund endeavors to improve educational programs, aid the underprivileged, assist in crime and drug prevention, promote health awareness, and champion children and senior welfare. The Community Fund believes in the need to invest in the community's future. For more specific A's Community Fund information call (510) 563-2329.
A's Amigos: This program gives our community's bilingual Spanish speaking children of nonprofit organizations the opportunity to interact with bilingual speaking A's players in the A's dugout. Participants are able to learn about the value of sportsmanship and hard work from their role models. In addition to the pre-game chat, each child receives a game ticket and an A's cap. A's Amigos is sponsored by Kelly-Moore Paints and XFINITY.
Community Fund Weekend Silent Auction: On every Saturday and Sunday, as well as other selected dates, the A's Community Fund holds a silent auction located behind Section 120. Fans have the opportunity to bid on valuable items such as jerseys, baseballs, game used equipment and autographed items from A's players and other MLB teams.
Food Bank Wednesdays: Help the A's Strike Out Hunger on Food Bank Wednesdays sponsored by the A's Community Fund! At every Wednesday home game, fans can donate five cans of food or $5 at one of the Alameda County Community Food Bank tents outside the ballpark and receive a 2 for 1 ticket voucher for a future A's game - up to four vouchers per person.
Home Run Readers program: This program is designed to reward students of all grade levels for reaching their personal reading goals. Teachers in this program set goals for their students and each student signs a contract with their teacher. Select schools that reach their goals are chosen to receive a visit from an A's player or coach in April and May. Students are also treated to an A's game.
Little A's: This program provides 10,000 low to moderate-income children of Bay Area non-profits an opportunity to see a Major League Baseball game and receive a souvenir and child admission zoo pass at no cost. Our Little A's will be seated in sections 200-204 and the check in table for all participants will be located behind Section 202 on the Club Concourse. Little A's is sponsored by Bank of America and supported by Clorox and the Oakland Zoo.
Mathletics: This program is sponsored by ROSS and Comcast SportsNet California. The A's design and distribute thousands of "Mathletics" workbooks which utilize simple formulas for calculating statistics of A's players to students in hopes to promote the importance of math among Bay Area youth. Students who are in the first through eighth grade, complete the workbooks correctly and submit the answer sheet to the A's will earn two ticket vouchers to an A's game!
Science of the Game: Chevron and the Oakland A's are proud to present Science of the Game which gives students in grades 1-8 the opportunity to earn two (2) free ticket vouchers to an A's game by learning about baseball and the role that science plays in this field.
Senior Days: The Oakland A's Community Fund hosts thousands of Bay Area seniors throughout the regular season. These seniors will get to enjoy an afternoon of baseball from shaded plaza level seating of the ballpark.
Take the Field with the A's: Selected Little League teams will accompany A's starting position players (excluding the pitcher) as they take the field at select Sunday A's home games. The children will take a ball and pen to the position and receive an autograph once the player reaches his position on the field. The children will then stand with the player during the National Anthem. Take the Field is sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank.
Find additional information about these and other Community Fund programs here.
Community Relations Requests
The A's Community Relations Department handles all requests for donations, auction items and speakers. Requests should be sent to:
Oakland A's Community Fund
7000 Coliseum Way
Oakland, CA 94621
All requests must be submitted six weeks prior to the event. The request must be submitted in writing on the organization's letterhead. The letter should include a contact person's name, phone number, tax id number and a deadline for response. For questions or additional information, please contact firstname.lastname@example.com or call (510) 563-2329.
Contact Information
Oakland Athletics
7000 Coliseum Way
Oakland, CA 94621
Telephone: (510) 563-2306
Website: www.athletics.com
A's Receptionist: (510) 563-2222
Community Relations: (510) 563-2329 or firstname.lastname@example.com
Guest Services: (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813 or firstname.lastname@example.com
Lost and Found: (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813 or email@example.com
Stomper Requests: (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2348 or email@example.com
Ticket Services: GET NUMBER or email@example.com
Designated Driver Program
Any guest who has a valid driver's license and is of legal drinking age is eligible to participate in the A's Designated Driver Program. Guests may sign up for the Designated Driver Program at the Designated Driver booth located up the ramp behind section 120. Participants are asked to pledge to stay sober and be a designated driver for their party in exchange for a free soda to be redeemed during that day's game. Guests will also be entered into a raffle for a chance to win tickets to a 2017 World Series game or the 2018 MLB All-Star game. Guests must be 21 years old to participate in this program and to redeem the prizes.
Diaper Changing Tables
Diaper changing tables are located in all restrooms at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
Drinking Fountains
- Main Concourse: 103, 107, 112, 122, 127, 131, 136, 138, 139, 140, 144, 146, 147, 148
- Club Concourse: 208, 210, 219, 220, 224, 226, 237, 238, 246, 247
- Value Deck: 315, 319
Denied Entry/Ejection/Trespass
The A's reserve the right to deny entry, eject and trespass any individual from the ballpark and ballpark property for the following: fan interference; public intoxication; using or wearing garments with offensive language; disruptive, dangerous or obnoxious behavior; throwing objects; public indecency; nudity, urinating outside of the restrooms; entering restricted areas; violating laws, ordinances and facility policies and any other behavior deemed inappropriate by A's management.
Westside of the stadium:
Three elevators provide guests access to the Club Concourse area. These elevators are accessed via the Plaza Club Entrance across from Oracle Arena.
Eastside of the stadium:
Three elevators provide guests access to all levels of the Eastside seating area, including the Eastside Plaza suites, Plaza Reserved seats, Eastside Club suites and Eastside Loge Suites. These elevators are accessed via the Main Concourse at Section 143 or via the BART Plaza.
Field Level Sections:
Wheelchair accessible seating located in the Lower Box or MVP Box, Row 20, can be reached via the elevator at Section 101. This elevator is staffed by a Guest Services Team Member who will assist guests as they access the Lower Cross Aisle from the Main Concourse.
Emergency Procedures
In the event of an emergency at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, guests should follow instructions given via the public address system, A's staff members, police and medical personnel. If an emergency requires evacuation of the Coliseum, exit directions will be given over the public address system and scoreboards. During emergencies, do not use elevators and escalators. All guests will be directed to exit the ballpark using the stairs or ramps. Please contact a seating usher or visit the Guest Services Office at section 126 if you have any questions or require any accommodations.
The Oakland A's post current job opportunities on the Athletics' website under Job Opportunities.
Event & Tailgate Space
The Oakland A's offer a wide range of special event locations throughout the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum to suit guests corporate or personal needs. Whether planning a child's birthday party, a business meeting, an outdoor barbecue, a wedding reception, a company picnic, or a trade show, the Coliseum offers ideal accommodations for every group. Listed on the A's website is information regarding the following areas: BBQ Terrace, Conference Rooms, East Side Club, West Side Bay & West Side Patio.
Guests also have the option to reserve tailgate areas during all Oakland A's home games. Each tailgate area can accommodate groups of 50 people or more. There are fees associated with reserving tailgate areas. Learn more about Tailgate Areas here.
For questions or additional information abut reserving an event or tailgate space call (510) 563-2339 or email email@example.com.
Executive Office
The A's Executive Offices are located in Oracle Arena and the Coliseum. They are open from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on weekdays and remain open during all baseball games. The Executive Offices are not included on ballpark tours and they are not open to the general public.
Family Restroom
Family restrooms are available at section 109 inside the First Aid Office and section 139 on the bleacher concourse.
Fan Mail
Fan mail, cards and letters to players and personnel can be sent to:
Fan Mail or Name of Player
P.O. Box 2220
Oakland, CA 94621
The Oakland A's do not encourage mailing items to be autographed and are not responsible for items that are not autographed or returned. If you wish to request pocket schedules from the A's, please send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Food and Beverage Policy
Guests are permitted to bring food into the Coliseum for individual consumption. Clear factory-sealed plastic bottles of water, soda and juice are also permitted.
Food Services
Spectra Food Services provides the food & beverage services throughout the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum including the Shibe Park Tavern, the Eastside Club, and specialty catering for the Suites. Traditional ballpark fare is offered at locations throughout the stadium. A complete listing of the concession offerings can be found on the MLB Ballpark App.
Food Trucks
Foul Ball Club
All guests who come in contact with a foul ball or home run ball are invited to join the Foul Ball Club by filling out a Foul Ball card. Foul Ball cards are available from the Ushers, at the Guest Services Office located at Section 126 and the Information Booths at Sections 101, 134, and 220 and can be turned in to any staff member.
Foul Balls & Home Runs
Guests are allowed to keep any foul balls, baseball bats or home run balls they catch in authorized areas of the stadium. Baseball bats that are caught in the seating bowl will need to be checked at the Guest Service Office located at section 126 until the end of the game. If a guest attempts to retrieve a ball in an unauthorized area they are subject to ejection and/or arrest.
Guests injured by a foul ball, baseball bat or home run ball should have Paramedics Plus, the A's medical provider, dispatched to their area to assess their injury.
Game Notes
Media game notes are available to guests during each home game at the Guest Service Office at Section 126 and the Information Booths at Sections 101, 134, and 220. Guests in the Suites and Premium Seating Areas have access to the game notes through the Concierge staff.
Game Used Memorabilia
Fans have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a kind items including game used jerseys, bats, balls, helmets and other items, at the A's Memorabilia merchandise stand at section 120. All items are obtained from the field or clubhouse, and authenticated by an MLB official who is at the Coliseum for all games, ensuring their authenticity before they arrive in the store. The A's Memorabilia stand is open from the time gates open until 15 minutes after the conclusion of the game for all A's home games.
Gate Openings
- Monday - Thursday games: Stadium gates open one and a half (1.5) hours prior to scheduled start of the game.
- Friday - Sunday games: Stadium gates open two (2) hours prior to scheduled start of the game.
Gate opening times are subject to change on selected dates. Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum opens 2 hours prior to game time on Opening Night.
Giveaway Items
Promotional giveaways are scheduled on various game dates throughout the season. The following are guidelines for our promotional item distribution:
- Eligible guest must receive the promotional item immediately upon entry at the gate after their ticket is scanned.
- Only one item is given to each guest at the time of entry. If a guest has multiple tickets and would like multiple items then they will need to exit the stadium at Section 209 and stand in line again.
- Guests who enter the stadium through a gate that has run out of promotional giveaway items will not be able to go to a different gate for the item if their ticket has already been scanned.
- Guests who do not want to stand in line to receive the giveaway item may enter the stadium at Gate A, the Non-Giveaway gate. Guests who enter through Gate A will not be able to get a promotional giveaway item at a later time.
- Guests with questions, exchange requests or concerns should visit the Guest Services Offices located at Section 126.
Guest Services Office & Information Booths
The Guest Services Office is located at Section 126 and the Information Booths are located at sections 101, 134, and 220. The Guest Services Representatives in these areas are available to assist guests with questions, comments or concerns. These areas offer a variety of amenities including 1st Game/Birthday/Anniversary/Celebration certificates and buttons, wheelchair/stroller check, lost and found, Kids ID bracelets and more. The Guest Services Office and Information Booths are open from gate opening until 20 minutes after the conclusion of the game.
Kids Club
The Oakland A's Kids Club is for youth 14 and under. For $25, members receive exclusive A's Kids Club merchandise, game tickets and much more. A Kids Club passport is also included with the All-Star Membership. Members can bring their 2017 passport to the Kids Club booth on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday home games to receive a stamp. Different prizes are awarded after 10, 15 and 25 stamps. If the Kids Club booth is not open, members can bring their Kids Club passport to the A's Stadium Executive Offices for a stamp. All 2017 Oakland A's Kids Club members will be able to return to the booth during the season with their membership card for a chance to spin the Kids Club prize wheel. The A's Kids Club also offers a free membership option that does not include the kit. Guests can sign up at the Kids Club booth located on the internal ramp behind Section 113 or online at athletics.com/kids. For more information, please call (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2348 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Kids ID Program
Fans aged 12 and under may obtain a wristband with their name and seat location written on it for identification purposes. Kids wristbands are free of charge and are available at the Guest Services Office located at section 126 and the Information Booths at sections 101, 134, and 220.
Lost and Found
All lost and found items should be taken to the Guest Service Office at Section 126 or the Information Booths at sections 101, 134, and 220. Guests looking for lost items may check in at one of these locations or contact the A's by phone or email. Contact information is listed below:
Guest Services Hotline: (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Lost Children/Persons
Lost children or persons will be taken to the Guest Services Office located at section 126. Guests reporting a lost child or person should alert any staff member or report to the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Merchandise Stores
For information about the A's Team Store at the Coliseum and hours of operation, click here.
Guests can also purchase A's merchandise online here.
Metal Detectors
Walk-Thru Metal Detectors are used at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum entry gates. Upon entry to the ballpark, fans will have their bags searched and will need to empty their pockets of keys, mobile phones, and other metal items before walking through a metal detector. Special Assistance lines are available at all gates for guests who are pregnant or medically unable to enter through the metal detectors. For additional information please contact the Guest Services Hotline at (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
National Anthem
Those interested in performing the National Anthem at an Oakland A's home game may send a recording to:
Oakland A's National Anthem
7000 Coliseum Way
Oakland, CA 94621
An acappella CD or DVD of the performer singing the anthem (sung traditional and in under a minute thirty) must be submitted to be considered.
Noise Canceling Headphones
Noise canceling headphones are available to guests during all home games. Headphones can be checked out at the Guest Services Office at Section 126. Headphones must be returned at the end of the game.
Noise Makers
Noisemakers, cowbells, air horns (non-compressed air), drums, cell phones, and all items that make a noise are allowed in the stadium. The exception to this rule is compressed air horns, which are not allowed inside the ballpark. The use, frequency and location of the noisemakers are at the discretion of the A's management. If there are complaints about these items being used, their use should be stopped. If necessary, the item may be checked into the Guest Services Office located behind section 126 until the end of the game.
Nursing Pods
Nursing Pods are available for nursing mothers who are in need of a private, quiet, feeding space for their children. Nursing pods are available to use from the time the gates open until the end of the game. They are located at sections 140 on the bleacher concourse and 220 inside the Stomper Fun Zone.
Parking for A's games opens two and one-half hours prior to game time for most games. During an A's game most guests will park in lots A, B, C or D. The fee for parking is $20 for cars, $30 for limousines and $30 for buses. Guests may use only one parking stall per parking fee. Parking is free on Tuesdays, exclusive of premium games and dual events. ACE Parking collects the parking fee at the parking entrance gates, and directs traffic as necessary within the lots and along the access roads. View the Parking Map here.
For premium games, the parking gates open at the following times:
Peanut Allergy Options
A Peanut Allergy Suite is available for select games. Guests must request this suite at least 1 week prior to the game date. This suite will be cleaned thoroughly before each game and reserved specifically for those fans and their guests with a peanut allergy. While there is no area in the ballpark entirely free from the possibility of peanuts or peanut dust, this suite provides an environment best suited for those fans with allergies. To inquire about availability for the Peanut Allergy Suite please contact the Guest Services department by calling the Guest Services Hotline at (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2813, email firstname.lastname@example.com or visit the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Permitted Items
The following items are permitted in the Coliseum:
- Aerosol Sunscreen Cans
- Bags/Purses/Backpacks that are 16" x 16" x 8" or smaller
- Banners and Signs**
- Baseballs
- Baseball Bats
- Must be checked at the Guest Services Office located at Section 126 after the conclusion of batting practice.
- Food
- Hand Sanitizer, Make-Up, Lotion and Sunscreen
- Laptops and tablets
- Noisemakers
- Reusable Bottles and Cups
- Includes metal and plastic. Must be empty.
- Sealed Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Seat Cushions
- Service Animals
- Soft-Sided Coolers
- Strollers
- Must be folded and placed under the seats or be checked at the Guest Services Office at sections 126 or the Information Booths at sections 101, 134, or 220.
- Video Cameras and GoPros
Premium Seating Locations
Diamond Level Seats:
Diamond Level seats are a great way to entertain clients and employees, or to simply enjoy a game with family and friends sitting right behind home plate. Get more information here.
Field Box Seats:
Field Box seats are a great way to entertain clients and employees, or to simply enjoy a game with family and friends sitting next to the A's or Visitors' Dugout. Get more information here.
Prohibited Items
The following items are prohibited from entering the Coliseum:
- Aerosol Cans
- Exception: Aerosol Sunscreen Cans.
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Bags/Purses/Backpacks larger than 16" x 16" x 8"
- Ball Retrieving Devices
- Balloons
- Bicycles, Hoverboards, Rollerskates, Scooters and Skateboards
- Brooms/Sticks/Poles
- Exceptions: Wooden Drumsticks and Flag Sticks. Brooms are allowed for potential A's sweep of series. Sticks that qualify for the exceptions must be less than 4 feet. No Metal Poles.
- Bubble Machines
- Camera Sticks
- Including selfie-sticks, monopods and tripods
- Clothing with vulgar language or images
- Fireworks
- Hard-Sided Containers
- Including Aluminum Cans, Coolers, Flasks and Glass Bottles
- Illegal Drugs and Substances
- Laser Lights and Pointers
- Mace and Pepper Spray
- Non-Service Animals
- Portable Chairs
- Projectiles
- Including Inflatable Balls and Frisbees
- Unsealed Beverage Bottles
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
- Weapons, Firearms, Knives or any Sharp Objects
- Including Pocket/Swiss Army Knives and Off-Duty Officers' Weapons
Any item deemed by management to be dangerous, inappropriate or disruptive to other fans' enjoyment of the game.
The Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum does not store prohibited items. Items left at the gates will be discarded. OACC and the Oakland Athletics are not responsible for abandoned items.
Public Transportation
- BART: Access to Oakland Coliseum via Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is available by taking the Fremont/Richmond line or Dublin/Pleasanton line to the Coliseum/Oakland Airport stop. The last BART train leaves the Coliseum station at approximately midnight. For a complete train schedule or other questions regarding BART, guests may visit the official BART website at www.bart.gov.
- AC Transit: Multiple bus lines stop at the Coliseum BART Station including the #45, #46, #73, #98, and #805. For a complete bus schedule or other questions regarding AC Transit, guests may visit the official AC Transit website at www.actransit.org.
Quiet Rooms
Quiet Rooms are available upon request at the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Race around the Bases
After every Sunday A's home game guests can run the bases. Guests may line up at B Gate starting at the top of the 9th inning. After guests have finished running the bases, they will be directed out of the ballpark by event staff. The promotion is held at the discretion of management.
For the safety of everyone in the Coliseum, guests are asked to refrain from leaning on, reaching over, sitting on, standing near or placing objects on ballpark railings or ledges.
- C Gate: Provides access to the South Club Concourse Sections, Plaza Reserved, Eastside Club, MM Gate, and BART Plaza.
- D Gate: Provides access to the North Club Concourse Sections, Plaza Reserved, Eastside Club, LL Gate, and BART Plaza.
- Section 113: Inside stadium; access to Ticket Services, Advance Ticket Sales window, west side elevators and the Plaza Club Entry.
- Section 120: Inside stadium; access to Ticket Services, Advance Ticket Sales window, west side elevators and the Plaza Club Entry.
- South Plaza Ramp: Exit gate on designated giveaways. (Located behind Section 209).
- North Plaza Ramp: Exit gate (Located behind Section 225)
Men's Restrooms:
- Main Concourse: 104, 110, 124, 131, 138, 147
- Club Concourse: 206, 210, 220, 224, 228, 237, 248
- Value Deck: 314, 320
Women's Restrooms:
- Main Concourse: 107, 111, 122, 127, 136, 139, 147, 148
- Club Concourse: 208, 210, 216, 219, 224, 226, 238, 247
- Value Deck: 315, 319
Safety Warning
During all pregame practices/activities, through the game and post-game experience, hard hit baseballs and bats and fragments thereof may be thrown or hit into the stands, concourses and concessions areas. For the safety of every guest, all guests must stay alert and be aware of their surroundings. Guests who are concerned with their seat location should contact a Guest Services Representative for an alternate seat location. The ticket holder assumes all risk and danger incidental to the game of Baseball, including specifically (but not exclusively) the danger of being injured by thrown bats and thrown or batted balls, and agrees that the Commissioner, the Participating Clubs, their Agents, and Players, and employees are not liable for injuries resulting from such causes.
Scoreboard Messages
For a $100 donation to the A's Community Fund, guests can send a birthday, anniversary and/or special message to family and friends on the stadium's scoreboard. Guests may purchase one of the fifteen (15) available scoreboard messages each game by visiting athletics.com/scoreboard. Messages must be reserved at least 32 hours in advance of the game's first pitch time. Messages will be displayed in the 4th or 5th inning, while the game is in play. Messages will not be displayed during inning breaks.
Photos of the scoreboard message can be purchased for $15 (plus a $1 convenience fee) and will be sent to guests via email in a JPEG format. Photo must be purchased at the time of the original order. The A's reserve the right to alter or modify any scoreboard messages as they see fit. For questions or additional information, please contact email@example.com or call (510) 563-2329.
Scorecards are available in the Athletics magazine, sold throughout the ballpark, or at the Guest Services Office at section 126 or the Information Booths at sections 101, 134, and 220.
Season Ticket Member Gate
The Oakland A's offer two (2) Season Ticket Member Gates which are for the exclusive use of A's Season Ticket Members. One gate is located at B Gate on the South Side of the stadium. The second gate is located between the Ticket Services Office and the Plaza Club Entrance.
Season Ticket Members accessing these gates will need to be in possession of their Season Ticket Member Credential, provided by Ticket Services, and their ticket for that day's game. If the Season Ticket Member's ticket is printed on the official Season Ticket Member ticket stock then the credential is not necessary. Season Ticket Members are not allowed to escort friends or family through the Season Ticket Member Gate unless their guest's ticket is printed on the official Season Ticket Member ticket stock.
The Season Ticket Member Gates are open for all Oakland A's home games and will open at the same time as all general admission gates. Giveaways will be distributed from the Season Ticket Member Gates in the same fashion as all other gates. Entering through the Season Ticket Member Gates does not guarantee a Season Ticket Member will receive the promotional giveaway item.
Security Office
The Security Office is located at Section 148 and is open 30 minutes prior to gate opening until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the game.
Shibe Park Tavern
The Shibe Park Tavern, available for use by all ticketed fans, features a full bar with multiple flat screen televisions, a pool table and a shuffleboard table. Enjoy a large selection of craft beers on tap, wood fired pizza and specialty foods by homestand. Sit down menu service is also available. The Shibe Park Tavern Restaurant does not accept reservations.
In accordance with the City of Oakland's smoking ordinance, Section 8.30.40, all A's events are Smoke Free including Electronic Cigarettes (E-Cigarettes). Violators of this policy will be subject to ejection and/or citation. There are no designated smoking areas anywhere in the stadium.
Spring Training Facility
The A's home for Spring Training is Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, AZ.
Stadium Facts
- Designed by the architectural firm of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill
- General contractor: Guy F. Atkinson Company
- Groundbreaking: April 15, 1964
- Renovations: Started October 1995; Completed September 1996
- Seating capacity: 35,067 (baseball); 63,024 (football); 70,000 (concerts)
- First event: Raiders vs. KC Chiefs on September 8, 1966; Chiefs won 32-10.
- First Baseball game: A's vs. BAL Orioles, Apr. 17, 1968; Orioles won 4-1.
- Parking: 8,500 slots
- Complex area: 120 acres
- Playing field: Approximately 165,000 square feet or 3.7 acres.
- Elevation: 22 ft. below sea level.
- Stadium dimensions:
- Left Field Line: 330 feet
- Left Center Power Alley: 388 feet
- Straight Away Center Field: 400 feet
- Right Center Power Alley: 388 feet
- Right Field Line: 330 feet
Standing & Sitting
Standing or sitting in the aisles, on the ramps or in the stairways is not permitted. Guests will be asked to return to their seats. Sitting or standing on seat backs, standing on seats or stepping over/on seats is also prohibited.
The A's mascot, Stomper, is available to make special appearances at a guest's seat, suite or tailgate during any Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday home game. Stomper is also available to attend private engagements. Please note that any in stadium appearance requires 48-hour notice, while private appearances require 2 weeks advance notice. There is a fee for all Stomper appearances ranging in price from $50-$600. Additional fees may apply in certain situations. For more information call the Stomper hotline at (510) 638-4900 Ext. 2348, email firstname.lastname@example.com, or visit www.athletics.com/stomper.
Stomper Fun Zone
The Stomper Fun Zone is a play area for children located on the Club Concourse behind section 220. The Stomper Fun Zone is open every home game from gate opening until 15 minutes after the end of the game. During weekend games, Stomper visits the Fun Zone during the 7th inning for autographs and photo sessions.
Stroller & Wheelchair Check
The A's offer a complimentary stroller and wheelchair check service at the Guest Services Office located at section 126 or the Information Booths located at sections 101, 134, and 220.
A's Suites are the perfect fit for guests looking to entertain clients or employees, or to simply enjoy a game with family and friends. For more information visit athletics.com/tickets/suites.
- No food or beverage may be brought into the suites from outside of the Coliseum.
- No food or beverage may leave the suites after the game.
- All suites have an assigned server with whom food and beverage orders may be placed during the game.
- Alcohol must be put into plastic cups if the guest would like to take it outside of the suite (must be before the 8th inning).
- Questions about future suite purchases may be directed to the Premium Seating Concierge at each suite level.
Westside Suites
- Suites numbered 7 through 64 are located on the west side of the stadium.
- Concierge desk at Section 216.
- There are both Club and Loge levels.
- On a ticket the "SECTION" will tell you "CLUB" or "LOGE" and the "ROW" will tell you the suite number.
- Club suites are ADA accessible.
Eastside Suites
- Suites numbered 67-96
- Plaza Level - Floor 2
- Club Level - Floor 4
- Loge Level - Floor 5
- All East side suites are ADA accessible.
On the ticket the "SECTION" will read "EASTP" for East Plaza Level, "EASTC" for East Club Level, "EASTL" for East Loge Level.
Guests may tailgate in parking lots A, B, C and D. Guests must confine their tailgating to the space occupied by their vehicle. No adjacent spaces will be available for tailgating. Only charcoal BBQs are permitted and must be placed in an accessible area (i.e. not blocked by a vehicle). For fire safety, please use the black coal bins to dispose of hot coals. Trash bins are located throughout the lots as well.
Guests also have the option to reserve tailgate areas during all Oakland A's home games. Each tailgate area can accommodate groups of 50 people or more. There are fees associated with reserving tailgate areas. Learn more about Tailgate Areas here.
For questions or additional information abut reserving a tailgate space call (510) 563-2339 or email email@example.com.
Taxi & Ride Sharing Services
Taxi Services:
- Veterans Cab: (510) 533-1900
- Friendly Cab: (510) 536-3000
Taxicabs can be picked up at the Oakland Coliseum/Airport BART Station on San Leandro Boulevard without a reservation. Guests can access the BART Station by crossing the BART Ramp located between LL and MM Gates.
Ride Sharing Services:
Uber and Lyft cars may drop guests off at Gates C and D prior to or during game time. Guests may be picked up by a ride sharing service in Parking Lot B immediately following the conclusion of the game.
Team History
The A's Elephant: After helping form the American League in 1901, New York Giants manager John McGraw dismissed the A's with contempt by calling them "The White Elephants," implying Connie Mack should not be allowed to spend money without supervision. Mack defiantly adopted the White Elephant as the team insignia and in 1902, the Athletics won their first American League pennant.
The White Elephant remained the team's mascot and later that decade, made its first appearance on the A's team sweaters. By 1920, Mack had fully adopted the Elephant as the team's symbol. The traditional "A" on the team's jersey was replaced by a blue elephant logo. In 1924, the blue elephant was replaced by the traditional white elephant on the team's jersey and the A's played better ball for the next few years.
In 1928, Mack decided the elephant had worn out its brief welcome on the A's jersey fronts and replaced the logo with the familiar "A" on the uniform. That was the last year for the elephant on the A's uniform until 1955, when the A's, now in Kansas City added the patch to their uniform sleeves. However, when Charlie Finley purchased the team in the early 1960's, the elephant was once again sent packing and replaced by, of all animals, a mule. Prior to the 1988 season, the A's brought back a new, more aggressive A's Elephant. In 1995, the traditional A's elephant was reincorporated into many of the team's promotional items and publications and is now a prominent feature on the A's uniform. Read more A's History here.
Text Line
The A's offer a texting service guests can use to ask questions or notify staff of any issues, problems or concerns. Guests can text the word "Issue" followed by a space then their message and location to the number 69050. Dispatch will receive the message and respond accordingly.
Ticket Information
- All guests 24 months or older must have an appropriate ticket for entry. Children under 24 months do not need a ticket to enter the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, but they must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. Please be considerate of those guests seated in the surrounding area.
- For Season Tickets, Group Tickets or general information call (510) 638- GoAs (4627).
- All games are dynamically priced meaning that all non-season tickets will be priced based on current market value. Pricing can fluctuate based on factors affecting supply and demand. See current pricing.
- Premium games played in Oakland are Opening Night and games vs. the San Francisco Giants, the New York Yankees, and the Boston Red Sox. Additional games may be added as premium games. Please check with the A's Ticket Operations and Sales Departments with questions.
- Plaza Level (Sections 205-209, 225-229)-Seniors 60 or better & children 14 or under as well as military personnel with valid ID, will receive $8 off per ticket per ID, excluding all premium & Fireworks games.
- All seats are reserved except for the Bleachers.
- A's Jumbo Tickets are available in the Field Box, Plaza Club and Value Deck and offer game tickets with additional value loaded into the barcode. These "jumbo" tickets can be used throughout the Coliseum for redemption at various Concessions stands for food and beverages and Merchandise stands for souvenirs. Jumbo Tickets will also be available in other seating areas for special promotions throughout the season.
Tickets with added-value can be used towards the purchase of food or merchandise at any concession stand with the Jumbo Logo inside Oakland Coliseum during the game printed on the face of the added-value ticket. The added value on the ticket and any portion thereof is not redeemable for cash. Any remaining value on the ticket which is not used by the conclusion of the game on the ticket may not be used at a later date, replaced or redeemed in any way. In the event of rainout prior to completion of an "official game" or rescheduling of a game, remaining value may be redeemed for merchandise or food during the rescheduled game. In the event a game is cancelled and not rescheduled, added-value will not be transferred or redeemable.
Regular and Wheelchair accessible seating locations are available for day of game purchase, and are subject to availability. The A's Box Office at D Gate opens at 10 am on all game days. Monday-Thursday D Gate will close 2 hours after game time, the advance window located up the ramps at Sections 113 and 120 will remain open until the end of the game. Friday-Sunday D Gate will close 30 minutes after the game ends. On game days, future game tickets may be purchased from inside the stadium at the box office window up the ramp behind Sections 113 or 120.
Ticket Kiosks
Electronic Ticket Kiosks are located in the following locations: Will Call (4), BART Plaza (6), D Gate Kiosk (4), C Gate Kiosk (4), Advanced Ticket Sales Window (1) (next to the A's Stadium Executive Offices), and in the Team Store at Section 105 and the Eighteen 76 Bar at Section 129. The Ticket Kiosks are able to handle game day and advanced ticket sales (via credit card) and will allow for pick up of Will Call tickets that were purchased online (note: third party/dropped off tickets will still need to be picked up at regular Will Call on the Plaza). There are no service fees for tickets purchased at the Ticket kiosks. Learn more about A's Ticket Technology.
Ticket Services Office
The A's Ticket Services Office is on the Westside Plaza and is open Monday-Friday 10am - 4 pm and on game days beginning three (3) hours prior to game time until the middle of the 7th inning. The Ticket Services Office is accessible from inside the stadium via the ramp behind Section 113 or Section 120, or from outside the stadium on the Westside Plaza, across from the Arena Box Office.
Ticket Services handles the following:
- Situations that require re-seating.
- Ticket related concerns.
- Season Ticket exchanges and questions.
- Problems that may arise with the ticket scan upon entry.
In order to avoid long lines, only day-of-game problems should be directed to Ticket Services. General ticket questions and purchases should be handled at the C and D Gate ticket windows outside the stadium. Persons inside the ballpark that wish to purchase Season Tickets and Group Tickets should visit the Ticket Sales table behind Section 114. Issues regarding promotional items and other non-ticket related problems should be directed to the Guest Services Office at section 126.
Come tour the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, home of the Oakland Athletics. From the Press Box to the Dugout, this tour will give you an exclusive look into the home of the Oakland A's since 1968. Tours are available on predetermined dates and times from April through the end of July. 15 tickets are available per tour. Tour duration is approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes. Tours proceed regardless of rain or shine. Get more information here.
Weapons of any kind are prohibited from entering the Oakland-Alameda Coliseum. This rule includes off-duty officers' service weapons.
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair accessible and companion seats are available for sale throughout the ballpark. All disabled seating is reserved (except bleachers). Guests in the ballpark who require re-seating to accessible seating areas may visit Ticket Services for assistance. Each guest must have an appropriate ticket to sit in the designated accessible seating area. Up to 4 companion seats can be provided in the surrounding area.
Wheelchair & Golf Cart Service
The A's Team offers free golf cart and wheelchair transportation service for guests with mobility issues. Service begins 15 minutes prior to the opening of gates and concludes 30 minutes after the end of the game. The A's Team does not travel or transport into the parking lots or into the BART station. Guests may request A's Team assistance from any staff member or they can check in at the blue ADA tents located outside C Gate, D Gate and on the BART Plaza.
Wi-Fi is currently being installed throughout the Coliseum. This project is expected to last for the duration of the 2017 season.
Will Call
Will Call tickets can be picked up on the Plaza next to the Employee Entrance Gate. Will Call opens 2.5 hours prior to game time and closes in the 3rd inning. Will Call tickets are then moved to the A's Ticket Services Office which closes in the middle of the 7th inning. Guests must show photo identification at Will Call in order to pick up their tickets. If guests purchased their tickets with a credit card for Will Call delivery they can swipe that credit card at any of the kiosks by the gates to print their tickets.


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Hey, it's Friday! That means that this latest bLISTerd is gonna take a couple days off, but we'll be back on Monday with Part 6.
In the meantime: Part 4 | Part 3 | Part 2 | Part 1
60. The Big Bang Theory (CBS, 2007-present)
In order to fully appreciate "Big Bang Theory", it's important not to view it as highbrow or intellectual; this has been the source of the inevitable backlash, this idea that "nerd culture" has permeated the mainstream to the point where normal folks eager to participate have tricked themselves into thinking that, by watching a sitcom that revolves around a series of socially awkward physicists that spout reams of scientific jargon and "Star Trek" references, they're somehow watching something intelligent.
The truth is, it's much more edifying to view "Big Bang Theory" as a classic sitcom in the "Friends" vein; idiot-box comfort food that centers on a specific set of characters going about their expected character beats week after week. As that kind of show, "Big Bang Theory" is an extraordinarily breezy, uncomplicated experience, bolstered by lynchpins Johnny Galecki and Jim Parsons, the latter's Sheldon Cooper the type of bundle of neuroses and quirks that sitcom gold is spun from. And as the show has expanded its cast and scope, it's gotten much more interesting; as Parsons' Cooper starts to feel empathy and intimacy towards neurobiologist girlfriend Amy (played with panache by scene-stealer Mayim Bialik), we're granted tantalizing glimpses of humanity for perhaps the iciest sitcom character to ever become a t-shirt. (Drew)
59. Barney Miller (ABC, 1975-1982)
Barney Miller was consistently one of the funniest and most realistic cop shows on TV, focused on the detectives of New York's 12th Precinct and the everyday cases that came through the station. The vast majority of the show took place in the squad room featuring a motley, multicultural crew of great character actors led by Hal Linden as the title character and the likes of Abe Vigoda (who got his own short-lived spinoff), Max Gail, Ron Glass and Steve Landesberg. Even while it was still on the air, Barney Miller ran constantly in syndicated reruns, so I watched it all the time as a kid. M.A.S.H. got all the glory, but laugh for laugh, Barney Miller may have been the better show. (Jay)
58. Who's the Boss? (ABC, 1984-1992)
Fresh off the success of "Taxi," Tony Danza went right into another sitcom-playing yet another character named "Tony." This Tony was a former baseball player, whose career was cut short due to injury. Either he didn't get paid a hell of a lot or he blew his money on surgery, because eventually Tony ends up accepting a job as a live-in domestic, working for career woman/single mother Angela Bower. Angela, played by soap vet Judith Light, was the prototypical '80s professional, all big hair and shoulder pads and uptight attitude. The main twosome were joined by Alyssa Milano as Tony's tomboy-turned-hubba-hubba daughter Samantha, as well as Danny Pintauro as Angela's son Jonathan and, of course, Kathryn Helmond as Mona, Angela's mother, and one of TV's first cougars (two decades before the term was coined.)
An undercurrent of sexual tension existed between Tony and Angela almost from Day One, and it seemed a foregone conclusion that they would hook up at some point. Somewhat amazingly, it took a number of years (and a couple of near-misses) before they did, in the show's eighth and final season. Of course, once it happened, all of the energy got sucked out of the show. Well, that and the kids were older and there's only so much mileage you can get out of a male domestic works for female career woman scenario. However, for eight fun years, "Who's the Boss?" took that simple premise and rode it for all it was worth. Amazing that Tony's "ay yo, yo ay" Italian from Brooklyn character could remain interesting for so long, eh? (Big Money)
57. A Different World (NBC, 1987-1993)
It could be argued that Lisa Bonet's departure from A Different World after season one in the wake of her real-life pregnancy actually helped the show develop into a self-sufficient franchise with legitimate prospects for long-term success. Initially developed as a Cosby Show spinoff and star vehicle for Bonet and her Denise Huxtable character, A Different World changed dramatically when Debbie Allen took over the show at the start of season two, and gave it an aesthetic that more accurately portrayed the experiences of students at historically black colleges in the United States. As a result, A Different World focused on its uber-talented ensemble cast rather than oa singular star. And looking back with 20-20 hindsight on the direction in which The Cosby Show subsequently headed in its final seasons, A Different World went on to play a hell of a lot better to its younger target audience than it likely would have had Cosby continued to run the show.
The show's characters gave it its foundation: southern belle Whitley Gilbert (portrayed by triple-threat Jasmine Guy); flip-shaded Dwayne Wayne (played by smooth-as-silk Kadeem Hardison); and impish but well-meaning Ron Johnson (brought to life by School Daze veteran Darryl Bell). A Different World is a photograph of a place and time – all New Jack affectations, shoulder pads, and Coogi sweaters. But it was also quite groundbreaking in addressing taboo issues that were and in many cases continue to be pertinent to black youth culture. The show took on topics ranging from HIV to date rape, and was the first sitcom to address the short-lived Persian Gulf War. I clearly remember being affected by an episode entitled "Cat's in the Cradle" about a racially-charged incident at a football game recounted from the perspective of each of the participants, with wildly different narratives, ending with students who weren't involved in the incident at all completing a heinous hate crime while those who were involved were off arguing about how it actually went down. This episode was A Different World in microcosm: a show with a heavy dose of humor and a lot of heart, but one that always taught a lesson, and wasn't afraid to tackle some of the day's most challenging and painful issues head-on. (Michael Cunningham)
56. 3rd Rock from the Sun (NBC, 1996-2001)
Four explorers are sent from their home planet to investigate a backwater planet (Earth!) in what seems to them a pointless expedition. Thinking this is punishment, they take native forms and attempt to emulate a real human family, hoping to some day return to their home. As the alien crew attempts to integrate into Earth society, they find themselves discovering the strange customs and culture that diversify America, while discovering more about each other by becoming as close as a real human family. Leading the team is Dick Solomon (John Lithgow), who takes a job as a professor with a nearby university. There he meets Mary Albright (Jane Curtin), with whom he endeavors to have a romantic relationship. Portraying his sister is Sally (Kristen Johnston), who herself begins a strange relationship with inept policeman Don Orville (Wayne Knight). Brother Harry (French Stewart) is their communication device, able to receive orders and messages from their leader, the Big Giant Head (William Shatner). Child actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt rounds out the cast as Tommy, who despite being the smartest member of the team, ends up with a teenaged human body and has to navigate high school and adolescence. Over the course of six seasons and hundreds of misadventures, the four grow to love the planet they are studying, enjoying the company of their friends and companions until their boss (and NBC) sadly cancels their mission. (Tristan)
55. Wings (NBC, 1990-1997)
One of the numerous members in the illustrious MustSeeTV lineup NBC rolled out in the 1990s, Wings came from veteran writers of Cheers – David Angell, Peter Casey and David Lee. (Frasier, Lilith, Cliff and Norm all made a visit to the island in the early seasons, in fact.) Like their other hit NBC comedy, the main action placed the cast in a work environment – this time an airport, Tom Nevers Field, on Nantucket Island, an island east of Martha's Vineyard. Joe Hackett (Tim Daly) runs Sandpiper Airlines, a fledgling outfit with one Cessna plane to its name. The colorful characters that liven up the airport include Joe's childhood best friend, Helen Chapel (Crystal Bernard), Lowell Mather – Joe's dimwit mechanic (Thomas Haden Church), and Faye Cochran (Rebecca Schull), the only other employee of Sandpiper. His biggest worry is over the rival airline Aeromass, run by portly malcontent Roy Biggins (David Schramm). Joe's orderly world is quickly rocked when his baby brother Brian (Steven Weber) returns for their father's funeral. The two had been estranged because Brian had run off with Joe's fiance Carol, but soon the pair reconcile and Joe allows Brian to run the airline alongside him. Much like their previous series, as well as the later series Frasier, most of the plotlines typically involved relationships and romantic encounters for one or two of the main characters – Joe would run through a slew of women while maintaining an on-and-off again romance with Helen, who he would eventually marry. Brian was even more of a ladies man than Joe, often having a different girl every episode, until pilot Alex Lambert (Farrah Forke) breaks his heart and Brian settles down. He eventually falls for Helen's sister Casey (John Ritter's wife Amy Yasbeck). However, the highlights of the show included the inane situations Lowell (Church) and cabbie pal Antonio Scarpacci (Tony Shalhoub, who would become a regular after season 3) would get into. Much like Taxi's Jim and Latka, the pair would often be foils for the Hackett brother's exploits, but more often than not would steal every scene in which they appeared. If you're a fan of Monk, this is a great place to see where Shalhoub honed his skills. While it dipped a bit once Church left the show to star in his own sitcom Ned and Stacey, which would leave the show a little dull for its final two seasons, I still have a special place in my heart for this show. It's idea of dedication to family and friends taught me the value of both through the Hacketts and their cohorts. (Tristan)
54. King of the Hill (Fox, 1997-2010)
When King of the Hill premiered in 1997 as Mike Judge's follow-up to the legendary Beavis and Butt-Head, many expected more of the same. Namely, rude, crude and hilarious comedy that highlighted the utter stupidity of American teens raised on TV, metal and not much else. Which is why King of the Hill came as such a shock: It was a thoughtful, insightful look at a modern Texas family that was still very, very funny, but about as far from Beavis and Butt-Head as Judge could get. Teamed with Greg Daniels, who went on to create the American version of The Office, Judge skewered both sides of the political aisle while focusing on Hank Hill, a conservative Texan who loves football, propane and propane accessories and drinking beer. The show's ratings peaked in its second season but managed to hang on for 13 seasons. Beavis and Butt-Head fans enjoyed the fact that Hank's voice is almost identical to that of Tom Anderson, a classic character on B&B. King of the Hill survived the departures of Judge and Daniels, as well as time slot changes and shifting viewer tastes' until it was finally jettisoned in 2010 for The Cleveland Show. A sad fate, but the show leaves behind a terrific legacy unmatched by most. (Jay)
53. Everybody Loves Raymond (1996-2005)
I have to admit I never faithfully watched Everybody Loves Raymond. The only reason I volunteered to write about this sitcom was because (more than) occasionally I am told that I remind people of Raymond Barone.
It might be that I once worked as a part-time sportswriter, like Ray did (though he did it full-time). It may be that he was whiny and sometimes considered a lazy husband (guilty and guilty). It may be that I have a close relationship with my family and thus they are over quite a bit like Frank and Marie were. It may be that he used humor to get himself into and out of situations or that overall he was a likeable dude (again, guilty and guilty).
What can I say Everybody Loves
Kevin Raymond!
OK … about the show: Like a lot of sitcoms, it was based on the stand-up comedy of Ray Romano. It was wonderfully acted by Romano, Patricia Heaton (two Emmy awards), Brad Garrett (three Emmys), Doris Roberts (four Emmys) and Peter Boyle. It was relatable. It was funny. It was touching. It was a success! (KJ)
52. The Mary Tyler Moore Show (CBS, 1970-1977)
51. Welcome Back, Kotter! (ABC, 1975-1979)
Well before "Seinfeld" and "Roseanne," the practice of building a sitcom around a popular standup comic dated back at least as far as "Welcome Back, Kotter." Gabe Kaplan adapted his routines about his high school days in Brooklyn into a good-hearted tale of a former slacker and goof-off — known in James Buchanan High School argot as a Sweathog — who returns to his old school to teach those kids whom everyone else has written off. The Sweathogs were one of the most memorable ensembles to be found on the dial at the time: wheezing spaz Horshack; Freddy "Boom Boom" Washington; Juan Epstein, the Puerto Rican Jew (it was years before I understood why that was funny); and of course, Vinnie Barbarino, played by John Travolta as a swaggering, serenely confident ladykiller (and liverwurst aficionado). The plots occasionally trod into after-school-special earnestness, but for the most part, the Sweathogs were amiable and harmless dunces, and for the first half of its run, "Welcome Back, Kotter" offered one of the funniest half-hours on TV — not to mention the best theme song. (Dan W.)


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Napolean said that a throne is only a bench covered in velvet and we share the same philosophy with a slightly different connotation. Our street seating arrangements offer a variety of options in terms of materials and forms. Versatile designs include an assortment of marble, wood, steel, aluminium and concrete - creating pure elegance in public seating.
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I don't divide architecture, landscape and gardening; to me they are one.
*Luis Barragan – Architect par excellence.
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Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it.
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It's not hard to make a space that looks good by itself. The trick is to craft a room that's even more attractive when it's occupied. That's when it becomes magical.
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Q: When approaching the State Office exit off Route 85 north, it is wide enough for two lanes which drivers use, but they are not marked.
At the end of the exit in the right "lane," you may take a right to Brevator Street or continue onto the outer loop. Drivers in the left "lane" can only go straight onto the three-lane loop. The problem is drivers from the left pick and choose which of the three loop lanes they want to drive into, when clearly they should be staying in the far left lane. The right lane drivers should drive into the middle lane. Every day there are near collisions due to a free-for-all.
Are there any plans to mark the proper lanes to avoid further confusion?
— Chris Bearup, Slingerlands
A: Good news. DOT crews have now painted stripes on the road in that location, and traffic should be flowing smoothly again, said state Department of Transportation spokeswoman Carol Breen.


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It's finally Friday!!
Though we found lovey, the money was never found 🙁 Darn it!
It's been a steaming 80+ in our office all week, going outside actually feels refreshing… for the first minute anyway. And the chocolate stash in my desk is melting. My mint truffle Hershey's Kisses are becoming mint truffle blobs.
My kids have been extra cranky and weepy this week. Maybe lingering sickness? Ben had a cold and a stomach bug has been passing through the extended family. I am hoping that's all it is.
Draft IEPs arrived for the kids and I like that they are getting smaller 🙂 It even appears Austin may be able to skip summer school this year. I haven't told him yet (and I don't plan too), but he'll be ecstatic! Plus I really worried how I would explain to him why he needs to go and Ben & Connor don't. Now to look for a summer camp to keep him busy.
The basement project is chugging along! Jeff and Em, my brother, are out buying lumber as we speak (write?). The furniture is being ordered tonight to lock the sale price and sweet financing offer. And Jeff has been researching tvs. He's gunning for a 58″ and I am telling him to lower his standards. I think he really wants the basement done before Nascar season starts! Of course, once Jeff finds out these two are racing, there may be even more Nascar in the house. Oh well, at least they are proving women can race too.
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By Joel González, notifight.com
After more than six months of inactivity, former world champion Ricardo "The Little Professor 'Córdoba will return on July 9 against French boxer Daniel Kodjo Sassou. The fight has been confirmed for the Arena Roberto Duran in Panama. Córdoba holds a record of 37 win, 23 by knockout, 3 defeats and 2 draws. Sassou has a record of 30 wins, 8 by knockout, 17 losses and 4 draws. Cordoba has not fought since the split decision loss to Guillermo Rigondeaux on Manny Pacquiao-Antonio Margarito undercard on November 13 at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.


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Patrick Swayze Not Having The Time Of His Life, Having A Cigarette Instead
When we watched the last season of The Sopranos, we remember watching Johnny Sack freely smoke cigarettes in his hospital gown despite having terminal cancer and feeling completely indifferent. One more of Tony's adversaries going down in a puff of smoke was, in the context of the show, actually something to smile about. But seeing the cancer-stricken visage of Patrick Swayze doing the same thing? Frankly, it guts us. At this point, we're not sure whether to watch the last scene of Dirty Dancing over and over again while fighting back tears or to hop a plane to wherever Swayze is at the moment and personally pluck the cig from his lips. Seen here post-diagnosis, it seems Swayze just can't kick the habit, no matter how brutal it is on his body:
"Pals say he can't quit smoking despite it being linked to a third of pancreatic cancers...Patrick's wife Lisa, 51, is liquidising high-fat dinners as he is having trouble keeping down solid foods."
So Swayze can't keep down food, but he's still smoking? As, ahem, sometimes-smokers ourselves, that's plenty of incentive for us to
quit smoking forever cut down a bit. And, as you might expect, Tom Cruise found a way to insert himself into the situation. Surprisingly, though, he resisted the urge to tear into a propaganda-laced diatribe; , instead, he issued this statement about his co-star from The Outsiders: "We are all praying for a quick recovery." Us, too. Put down the smokey treats, Patrick ... we're all pulling for you.
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American presidential candidates make much of their humble origins. In the Republican party's debate last month, Marco Rubio pointed out that he was the son of a Cuban bartender and John Kasich that his father was a postman. Then the contrast was drawn with Presidential frontrunner Donald Trump, who has made so much political capital out of his career as a successful businessman – and because he is the son of a successful businessman.
If the land of opportunity and equality, the USA, needs businessmen to be supported by powerful fathers, where does that leave a country like India, where patronage has flowed from power through centuries of our history.
Certainly, the first hurdle for many a budding entrepreneur is money. Without some financial support, no business can take off. Historically, this was a strong reason why entrepreneurs tended to come from a limited number of families belonging to the Gujrati or Marwari community or the Parsees of Mumbai. Wealth perpetuated itself; those who had it helped their own people.
The emergence of Banks has mitigated this problem to some extent. Finance is available to anyone who can offer a viable business plan and collateral. But Banks typically do not offer upto 100% of required funds as financing, and that means there still is some requirement for assistance.
The second hurdle is the need for regulatory approvals. The sad fact is that for all the talk of reform and liberalisation, India has not quite broken free from 'License Raj', as it was known. The sheer number of permissions and approvals needed to form a new company is daunting. Worse, without some persuasion of a financial or political kind, bureaucrats have been known to hold up these permissions and approvals. As a result, the budding entrepreneur is forced to either be willing to wait for years and years (by which time his product idea might have been pounced upon by someone else) or lean on a powerful godfather to expedite the process.
Perhaps recognizing the flaws in the system, the NDA government has since 2014, and as a part of the Startup India campaign, systematically tried to reduce the amount of 'red tape' involved.
Single-window clearances, introduction of self-certification and concessions offered to smaller start-ups have meant that aspiring businesspersons can now look forward to getting their work started without resorting to bribery or threats. In its way, this measure of Prime Minister Modi could so much to reduce the dependence on godfathers for young Indian entrepreneurs.
Finally, even after a business is launched, the need for continuous funding can lead to problems – working capital is a necessity, and to expand, it is often not enough to wait for profits and re-invest them. Large sums of money are needed to scale up operations and Banks are often less generous with funding these to small, newly-established companies.
For this problem the answers are not as simple. Of late, however, an increase in attention of Venture Capitalists and Angel investors has alleviated this problem to some extent. In exchange for a stake in the company's equity, these investors are willing to fund the expansion of companies. It is somewhat true that Indian Venture capitalists often follow money rather than ideas, backing ideas and people who may not be the most likely to succeed, but it is nevertheless an option where earlier there was none.
We are on the cusp of a new era for India. From a nation where all the big industries were owned by the same 'Big 5' families – the Tatas, Birlas, Dalmias, Ruias and Ambani's, we now see a country where small-town entrepreneurs can become national news. From Richa Kar of Zivame to the Bansals of Flipkart, young Indians have shown they have the drive and talent to become major players without the backing of a shadowy godfather pulling strings in the background. Let us hope this progress continues, until the words that Prime Minister Modi said in his now-famous address on Independence Day, 2014 come true:
"We want a startup network to be established in India. We are looking at systems for enabling start-ups. We must be number one in start-ups… Start-up India; Stand up India."


text: An English and Irish surname, Estes comes from the Old English term of 'este' which means of the East direction. The Latin term 'esutachius' means fruitful. The spelling variations for Estes include Eastes, Eustace, Easte, Eustis, Eustice, Est and East. In England the earliest Estes families were in the Kent region. They resettled in the city of London, Gloucestershire, Dorset, Oxfordshire and north to Lancashire. In Ireland many of the Estes families live in the County Kildare region. Within the United States the Estes family originated in the southern states, mostly in Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma. Some other states such as New York, Maine, Oregon and California have many with the Estes name. Famous: Bob Estes (professional golfer), Patrick Estes (professional football player), W. W. Estes (founder of Estes Express Lines for shipping products), Vernon Estes (founder of Estes Industries, which produce model rockets), Simon Estes (singer), Wayne Estes (professional basket ball player), John Estes (poet) and John 'Sleepy John' Estes (musician).


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The Port of Prince Rupert continues its impressive annual growth in shipment volumes, surpassing 10 million tons in 2007 for the first time in a decade. The 2007 total volume cargo of 10.6 million tons is a 36.8% increase over 2006 and a 237% jump over 2005.
Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) President & CEO Don Krusel says increasing global demand for industrial fuels including coal and petroleum coke, continued strong markets for agricultural products, start up of new lines of business including containers and wood pellets, and competitive advantages of shipping through Prince Rupert were all contributing factors to the Port's exceptional 2007 performance.
"While 2007 represents a significant milestone and turning point for the Port of Prince Rupert on a number of fronts, Ridley Terminals and Prince Rupert Grain continue to lead the way," notes Krusel. "Both terminals continue to elevate their performances and, combined with the opening of the Prince Rupert Container Terminal and start up of other operations such as wood pellets, have positioned us for strong growth in 2008 and beyond."
Ridley Terminals' (RTI) throughput of 5.09 million tons was an increase of 80.7% over 2006 and 500% increase over 2005. RTI also began shipping coking coal from Alberta as well as wood pellets from Houston, BC, through its newly constructed facility to world markets as a biodegradable fuel and coal substitute.
Prince Rupert Grain (PRG), recognized as one of the most productive North American grain terminals, achieved in excess of five million tons throughput in 2007 for the first time since 1994 and only the fourth time since the facility was built in 1984. Shipments were up 7.6% over 2006, and 87% higher over 2005.
The arrival of the first container ship from COSCO on October 31 at the recently completed Prince Rupert Container Terminal, the first dedicated intermodal container facility in North America, marked the opening of a new Asia-North America express trade corridor and heralded a new era for the Port of Prince Rupert. COSCO's weekly service moved 16,703 teus through the facility for the two months of operation in 2007.
"Overall, the Prince Rupert Port Authority exceeded its throughput targets for 2007 while completing the ambitious container terminal project on time and on budget," says PRPA Board of Directors Chair Dale MacLean. "Our focus now is to achieve full utilization of the 500,000 TEU facility and complete the groundwork to begin the construction of Phase 2 of the Prince Rupert Container Terminal by early 2009."
Port of Prince Rupert highlights for 2007 include:
- Prince Rupert Container Terminal completed on schedule and on budget and began operations October 31, 2007. Performance in first two months met and exceeded customer expectations.
- Coal exports increased 89% with continued growth projected for 2008 as new coalmines come on stream in northern BC.
- Start up of wood pellet shipment business at RTI to meet growing global demand for bio fuels to offset fossil fuel carbon emissions.
- Continued strong global demand for agrifoods maintained high capacity throughput at PRG.


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Program managers serve a strategic role within an organization's project management group. They do not manage individual projects, but instead coordinate teams working on related projects. In a technology company, for example, program managers might oversee efforts to develop a new suite of accounting software. In this capacity the program manager might coordinate the work of project managers who lead teams focused on delivering the individual products that make up the suite.
Program managers work with members of an organization's senior management team to set the overall strategy and objectives for a group of projects. They aim to align the outcome of the projects with the organization's overall business goals. Accounting software projects, for example, might be part of a company's goal of entering a new market sector. Program managers communicate the strategy to the project managers and ensure that individual project goals align with the strategy.
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To ensure project teams have the resources they need, program managers establish budgets and allocate people and technical resources to individual teams. They establish priorities within the overall program and allocate resources in line with those priorities. To minimize waste and reduce costs, they identify tasks that are common to a number of projects and ensure that teams do not duplicate work. Program managers review the skills available within the project teams and arrange any necessary training to improve performance.
Program managers work with individual project managers to establish plans and goals for each project. They set objectives, assign tasks, allocate budgets and agree to timetables for achieving intermediate and overall goals. They also set review dates to ensure that projects remain on target. To obtain the information they need to coordinate and monitor progress across all projects, program managers establish a formal reporting structure.
Communication is a key responsibility for program managers. They work closely with project managers to track progress and provide updates on any changes in strategy or priorities. Program managers also report to senior executives on the progress of individual projects and the overall program. If necessary, they might contact specialists within the organization to obtain information or request support to help project teams with difficult problems.
Program managers must have a strong background in project management. They require strong leadership skills to coordinate and motivate project teams. They must be adept at financial management to administer budgets across multiple projects and ensure the program meets its requirements for return on investment.
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Bartram Trail 14
Terry Parker 0
Junior pitcher Chloe Andrews got her first varsity win and helped Bartram Trail snap a three-game losing streak. Andrews held the home team to two hits over five innings, striking out seven and walking none. The Bears pounded out 16 hits. Freshman catcher Faith Sandiford was 4 for 4 with three doubles and an RBI. Olivia Creamer saw two pitches and lined one for a double and the other for a home run. She finished with three RBIs and two runs scored. Reedy Davenport was 3 for 4 with a double and three runs, and Savannah Parker was 3 for 3 with a double, a run and three RBIs.
Creekside 14
St. Joseph 2
Creekside used a seven-run second inning to take control of Tuesday's contest in St. Augustine and improve to 9-2 on the season. Junior Nick Tripp doubled and hit a home run for the Knights. Cade Westbrook and Logan Verrino also doubled for Creekside. Hunter Bratek (2-1) picked up the win, while St. Joseph's Jake James (1-3) took the loss.
Spruce Creek 5
Ponte Vedra 2
Ponte Vedra dropped its third consecutive game, losing to host Port Orange Spruce Creek in its second game of the spring break tournament. Spruce Creek scored two runs in the first and three in the third off Sharks starter Brody Maynard (0-1). The Hawks collected just three hits. The Sharks (5-4) committed two errors. Zach Chappell threw three shutout innings of relief for the Sharks. Jack Brown and Jack Hahnemann each had two hits for Ponte Vedra, while Eric Aleman hit a double.
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After scoring four runs in the first four innings, Bartram Trail (5-3) exploded for 14 in the fifth to bust open a non-district contest at winless Orange Park. Clayton Ledford hit the Bears' first home run of the season, a two-run shot in the second inning. James Chrystie (3 for 5, two runs, three RBIs) was one of six Bears to smack doubles. Cade Sapala (2 for 2), James Hoelle (2 for 4), Cam Sullivan (2 for 3), Matt O'Brien and sophomore catcher Jake Bennett also hit doubles. Bartram Trail will play at Sandalwood at 5 p.m. today.
No. 24 Flagler College split a doubleheader against West Chester in Leesburg. West Chester (6-3) won the opener 7-0, while Flagler (17-8) rallied from a 3-0 first-inning deficit to win the second game 6-4. Mike Cipolla (1-1) threw a seven-inning one-hitter for the Rams in the opener.
The Saints scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth of the nightcap to earn the split. Nick Martinez relieved starter Jordan Doyle in the first and gave up one run in five innings with a career-high seven strikeouts. Luke Cooksey (2-1) came on in the sixth and pitched two hitless innings to earn the win. Flagler's Lorenzo Butler collected three doubles, scored two runs and drove in a run.