For Immediate Release: 4/9/2012 3:21 pm
Worcester, MA (April 9, 2012) -
WHAT: The City of Worcester in partnership with Worcester State University will formally dedicate the Baseball Diamond at Rockwood Field in honor of the late Kevin D. Lyons, ’65, ’71, the first baseball player inducted into the Worcester State University Hall of Fame in 1986. The dedication will take place prior to the Worcester State University Lancers double header against Bridgewater State.
In addition, there will be an unveiling of the Reliant Walking Trail (located near the baseball diamond). Reliant Medical Group Foundation financially supported the creation of the walking trail at Rockwood Field.
WHO: Lt. Governor Timothy P. Murray
Worcester State University President Barry Maloney
Representatives of the Lyons Family
Mayor Joseph M. Petty
City Manager Michael V. O'Brien
WHEN: Saturday, April 21 at 10:45 AM (for walking trail) and 11:00 AM (for dedication)
WHERE: Rockwood Field
Worcester State University
486 Chandler Street
CONTACT: Christina Andreoli, Director of Communications, (508) 799-1175
