Baseball

Former Modell’s Associate Greg Ross Drafted in 2011 MLB Draft!

General | Jun 21st, 2011

Earlier this month, former Modell’s Perring Plaza associate Greg Ross was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 18th round of the 2011 MLB draft. Ross (Towson, MD./Loch Raven HS) was a star pitcher for Frostburg State University this past season, and was the third NCAA Division III player taken in the draft. Modell’s would like to congratulate Greg on his achievements and wish him the best going forward!

http://www.frostburgsports.com/news/2011/6/10/BB_0610113631.aspx?path=baseball

Joba Helps Launch Sports Exchange in New York

Baseball, General, NY, Team Weeks | Aug 6th, 2010

Joba Chamberlian was on hand at Modell’s in Manhattan with members of Castle Hill Little League from the Bronx to help launch the Modell’s Sporting Goods Fall Sports Exchange in New York.  Castle Hill was chosen to be part of the program due their affiliation witht the Modell’s Team Weeks program. 

The Sports Exchange will run from August 6th-14th in all Modell’s stores, during which time you can trade in your old sporting goods & receive 10% off your total purchase!

Modell’s is teaming up with Sports Gift Inc. to have all gently used donated equipment provided to communities that are in need locally and beyond. For more information visit SportsGift.org. Read more …