Neptune Pearl Players Lend a Hand at the Alameda Food Bank

 baseball players, coaches and front office staff spent Friday morning last week giving back to the community by helping out at the Alameda Food Bank.

Pearl players sorted and organized dozens of bins of donated foods.  

The volunteers who work regularly at the Food Bank said they were grateful for all of the helping hands, as it helped them catch up on a large amount of food that needed to be organized.

"I am glad I can help out in the community and make an impact," said Pearl outfielder Rob Moir, who attends Boston College. "The community has embraced all the members of the team and the support is continuing to grow. Giving a few hours of our time to help those in need is something we all enjoyed doing."

Upcoming Neptune Pearl games

Tuesday July 12 vs. Southern Oregon Riverdogs, The third in a three-game series against a Far West League opponent. 4 p.m. Willie Stargell Field

Friday July 15 vs. Alaska Goldpanners, double header, 2 p.m. Willie Stargell Field. Goldpanners alumni include: Hall of Famer, Tom Seaver (1964), Oakland A's Legend, Dave Kingman (1969), Hall of Famer, Dave Winfield (1972), Major League Baseball All-Time Home Run Leader, Barry Bonds (1983), 2000 American League MVP, Jason Giambi (1990),  Texas Rangers All-Star, Michael Young (1996), 2004 American League Rookie of The Year, Bobby Crosby (1999).

Saturday July 16 vs Menlo Park Legends, double header, first game begins at 1 p.m. Willie Stargell Field. Game 2 will begin 30-45 minutes after the completion of Game 1. Full snack bar and BBQ will be set up all day and Pearl merchandise will be available for sale.

Sunday July 17 vs. Solano County Blue Birds, 1 p.m. Willie Stargell Field.

Admission to home games is free.