McCormick Field to Undergo Seating Renovations
ASHEVILLE, NC-- Less than a month after the Asheville Tourists claimed their second South Atlantic League championship in the last three seasons, the organization is already preparing for 2015. The aluminum bleacher-style benches, which were first implemented at McCormick Field in 1992, are being replaced in favor of individual reserved stadium-style seats.
"One of this year's main off-season projects is enhancing the fan's viewing experience," said Tourists President Brian DeWine. "Remodeling the seating bowl adds a level of comfort and space without losing any of McCormick Field's historic attributes."
The renovation will result in many revamped seating sections. Fans will have the option to choose from seven areas in the ballpark to enjoy the action:
Bojangles' Dugout Suites
The Bojangles' Dugout Suites are the closest seats to the field in the entire ballpark. Located adjacent to both the first and third base dugout, fans can reserve seats on either side. Not only are you right next to the action, but can enjoy the game in a comfortable, oversized chair with plenty of room. The seats come standard with unlimited complimentary Bojangles' Chicken Sandwiches, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Coca-Cola Products and Ballpark Snacks. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat. A Full-Season Ticket in the Bojangles' Dugout Suite is $1,799 and a Half-Season plan is $980.
Press Row
Press Row Seats are located directly in front of the Press Box with a view right behind home plate. The actual seats are oversized stadium seats with armrests and cup holders. Fully protected from rain by the overhang, fans can also take advantage of a personal Seat Server to purchase designated food and drink items from for every game. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat. A Full-Season Ticket in Press Row is $700 and a Half-Season plan is $399.
Premium Box
The Premium Box Seats are in the lower level of the seating bowl and spans from Section C - Section O. Section C begins even with first base while the Premium Box Seats continue down towards home plate, up the third base side, and concluding with Section O. The actual seats are stadium-style seats with armrests and cup holders. Like Press Row, fans can take advantage of a personal Seat Server to purchase designated food and drink items from for every game. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat. A Full Season Premium Box Seat is $499 and a Half-Season plan is $299.
Box Seats
The Box Seats are also in the lower level of the seating bowl. Box Seats are designated for Sections A-B and Sections P-S. These sections line up with the back of the infield on both the first and third base sides. The seats are stadium-style seats with armrests and cup holders. In-seat servers do not attend to Box Seats. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat. A Full-Season Box Seat is $499 and a Half-Season plan is $299.
Reserves [New Seats]
The Reserves section of the ballpark encompasses the upper level of the seating bowl and spans from Section CC - Section JJ. Section CC begins even with the first base bag and extends around home plate. Every one of these seats will be a stadium-style seat with armrests and cup holders. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat. A Full-Season Reserve Seat is $399 and a Half-Season plan is $249.
WNC Nature Center Family Section [New Seats]
The WNC Nature Center Family Section is Section KK; adjacent to the Reserves on the third base side but is still part of the Reserves seating chart. Alcoholic Beverages not permitted in this section. The seats are stadium-style seats with armrests and cup holders. All seating in this section is reserved with a designated seat.
General Admission [New Seats]
All General Admission seating will be a stadium-style seat with armrests and cup holders. These areas are Sections AA-BB and Sections LL-NN; the former concrete seating spaces of McCormick Field. General Admission seats are only reserved on June 23 for the All-Star Game and the July 3 Fireworks Extravaganza. A Full-Season General Admission Seat is $325.
Full-Season, Half-Season, Group and Flex Ticket Plans are on sale now. The sale date for All-Star Game tickets and single-game tickets will be announced at a later date. To reserve your season seats, visit the McCormick Field ServPro Box Office or call (828)258-0428. Fans that purchase season tickets and designated flex plans will have the first opportunity to purchase All-Star Game tickets. A view of the new seating chart along with flex ticket package pricing can be found online at www.theashevilletourists.com.
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