Deaf Awareness Night 2024 is Saturday, June 15
The night marks the 6th annual event for the team. The Pelicans will wear the original 2018 specially-designed jerseys that replace the traditional Pelicans script with American Sign Language (ASL). These jerseys will now be apart of our on-field collection.
In an effort to create an inclusive experience for members of the deaf community, sign language interpreters will be infused into the Pelicans' game day experience. Interpreters have been assigned to special sections within Pelicans Ballpark for the evening. If you need an interpreter for the game on June 15, please purchase your tickets via the button below labeled "Interpreter Section Tickets". The dedicated interpreter sections for the evening will be 208.
Gates will open at 5:30 PM for the 6:35 PM game against the Columbia Fireflies (affiliate of the Kansas City Royals). Click below to purchase tickets to the game. You can also call 843-918-6000, or stop by the Box Office at Pelicans Ballpark. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday 10 AM to 5 PM.
ABOUT PELICANS ORGANIZATION FOR THE DEAF: Pelicans Organization for the Deaf (POFD) is a non-for-profit organization that provides educational and cultural events which serves members and board with diverse in the Myrtle Beach area.
POFD recognizes the differences and diversities in people and members who encourage interaction amongst one another for stimulating and exciting exchanges of ideas , concepts, information and leadership. Each POFD member is unique and appreciated as a individual. Without them, POFD would not exist. The programs, service, events and new activities provided by POFD continues to attract new members and volunteers. A growing number of members in this organization shows that POFD is truly meeting its goals and needs in the community.
Learn to Sign the National Anthem
If you would like to learn to sign the anthem in ASL, click the buttons below and start learning today!
"American Sign Language" Merchandise Line
Due to the overwhelming response of Deaf Awareness Night and the high demand from fans for wearable items in 2018, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans introduced a then brand new merchandise line that replaces the traditional Pelicans script with American Sign Language. The items, including fitted and adjustable hats, youth and adult shirts and jerseys, are available for purchase online and in-store.
