Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC is partnering with Seymour Little League. From left are J.B. Hackman, owner of Bob Poynter GM; Stacy Findley, director of the Seymour Parks and Recreation Department; and Seymour Mayor Matt Nicholson.
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Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC recently announced it is partnering with Seymour Little League.
According to a news release, the Seymour automotive dealership has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball and Softball program to provide new equipment, invitations to free instructional clinics and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a test drive fundraiser.
“Playing baseball and softball helps kids develop skills like leadership, cooperation and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC and Chevrolet Youth Baseball and Softball are proud to participate in a sport that brings so many smiles to kids and families in Seymour,” said Tony Starkey, marketing and customer experience manager for Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC.
“Chevrolet believes in the power of play as a way for young people to build the skills needed to be successful in the future and supports the spirit of teamwork that baseball and softball instills in its players,” he said.
This year marks the 17th year of the Chevrolet Youth Baseball and Softball program and has benefited more than 9 million players since it launched in 2006. Last year, more than 1,100 Chevrolet dealers participated across the country.
Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC presented Seymour Little League with an equipment kit that includes useful items such as equipment bags, first aid kits, batting tees and ball buckets valued at $1,100. The sponsorship also includes youth clinics featuring current and former MLB/MiLB players and coaches or instruction from Ripken Baseball.
In addition, Bob Poynter Chevrolet Buick GMC presented a check representing a one-time donation to Seymour Little League. Sponsored leagues across the country will have the chance to earn additional funds to support the league as community members take test drives at their partnering dealership.
“Chevrolet designs and builds its vehicles with busy families in mind, featuring a comprehensive suite of available safety features, technologies that make the journey more comfortable and engaging for the entire family and the space and flexibility needed to haul people and cargo,” Starkey said. “We encourage everyone to take a look at what Chevrolet has to offer.”
For information about the program, visit chevrolet.com/youthsports.