All-Star Game Driving Business, Civic Pride in Avon

Avon officials, hotels, restaurant owners and the front office are gearing up for an exciting week as over 3,000 baseball fans are expected to come out for Wednesday night’s

is eager to greet players and cheer alongside fans who will be traveling from Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Missouri to watch the game. 

“Of course we’re happy about the influx of people and what that will mean for the businesses in Avon, but what we really want to do is show our community off,” he said. “You never know when people want to build a factory or a business and say to themselves, ‘Hey, this is the place to do it.’ 

“This All-Star event really gives us a chance to enjoy the game and to highlight our city, county and region and show what is has to offer.” 

Crushers executive Dan Helm has some plans of his own for the 65 players and coaches who will face off during tomorrow night’s game. 

Helm is planning on taking the ball players for a tour around Avon and Lorain County and is eager to show out-of-state Frontier League fans a good time at  

However, if folks were looking for nearby accommodations, the – located directly across from the stadium – was quickly booking up. 

Fairfield representative Anthony Conrad said Monday that about 40 rooms were available and bookings were still being made. 

As for food and drinks, is typically the restaurant of choice before and after Crushers games, so owner Jeff Wright is getting ready for a busy week. 

“The Crushers have a tremendous draw, and we certainly feed off that,” he said. “We look forward to the business and are happy to take part in the All-Star game festivities.”