Manteno Youth Baseball Wins Baseball Field Makeover

Sept. 28, 2012 - PRLog -- Brown & Brown Chevrolet is excited to announce Manteno Youth Baseball League has received an entire field makeover courtesy of Chevrolet's Diamonds & Dreams program. "Every young person wants and deserves a 'dream' baseball diamond, and we offer them a chance to get one," said Brian Brown, Owner for Brown & Brown Chevrolet. "From the backyards to the big leagues, Chevrolet is committed to community and youth baseball and giving back to where our customers live, work and play," said Phil Caruso, Chevrolet National Promotions Manager.

Twelve 'dream' fields will be awarded in 2012, bringing the total count up to 40 fields across the country.  Renovations of the 12 field makeovers are administered through Ripken Design, a division of Ripken Baseball, the company owned and operated by National Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken, Jr., and 12-year Major League Baseball veteran Bill Ripken. "I have been working with Chevy for about two decades and it is a relationship that I value a great deal," said Cal Ripken. "Together we are positively impacting kids through baseball at the grassroots level and giving them safe places to play. It is a very gratifying part of what we do, and I appreciate Chevrolet making us a part of this terrific effort."

The Official Lawn Care Company of Major League Baseball, Scotts, will continue to partner with Chevrolet and lend its support on multiple field refurbishments. Scotts believes that it is important to offer youth a safe, reliable field and playing area. In addition to helping reduce injuries, a strong foundation of thick and lush grass helps to create a beautiful outdoor environment that encourages children to spend time outdoors.

As the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball, Chevrolet has also expanded its support of MLB to youth baseball players in communities across the country through the Chevrolet Youth Baseball (CYB) program. In its seventh year, CYB has helped raise more than $13 million to aid local teams, affecting more than 2.7 million young people in communities across the country. This year, about 1,600 Chevrolet dealers are participating.

"Brown & Brown Chevrolet has been a proud supporter of Manteno Youth Baseball and we are pleased to have been able to team up for this victory," said Brian Brown.