Jeff Gordon Chevrolet & 2012 Chevy Youth Baseball

Jeff Gordon Chevrolet offers Wilmington a "Dream" chance at a baseball field makeover!


Wilmington, NC – Jeff Gordon Chevrolet announced today its continued support of Wilmington youth baseball and baseball fans through the Chevrolet "Diamonds & Dreams" program. Jeff Gordon Chevrolet encourages residents to register online at www.chevybaseball.com for a chance to win one of 12 field makeovers and the grand prize of an all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco.*

Starting today, participants can enter through www.chevybaseball.com for a chance to win a refurbished baseball field for their community or another community they feel is deserving. One winner will be chosen each week for up to 12 weeks through July 22.

"Every young person wants and deserves a 'dream' baseball diamond, and we offer them a chance to get one," said General Sales Manager Rudy Carter, for Jeff Gordon Chevrolet .

In its third year, "Diamonds & Dreams" has already awarded 25 youth field makeovers across the country.

"From the backyards to the big leagues, Chevrolet is committed to community and youth baseball and giving back to where our customers live, work and play," said Phil Caruso, Chevrolet National Promotions Manager.

Renovations of the 12 field makeovers will be administered through Ripken Design, a division of Ripken Baseball, the company owned and operated by National Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken, Jr., and 12-year Major League Baseball® veteran Bill Ripken.

"I have been working with Chevy for about two decades and it is a relationship that I value a great deal, said Cal Ripken. "Together we are positively impacting kids through baseball at the grassroots level and giving them safe places to play. It is a very gratifying part of what we do, and I appreciate Chevrolet making us a part of this terrific effort."

The Official Lawn Care Company of Major League Baseball®, Scotts®, will continue to partner with Chevrolet and lend its support on multiple field refurbishments. Scotts believes that it is important to offer youth a safe, reliable field and playing area. In addition to helping reduce injuries, a strong foundation of thick and lush grass helps to create a beautiful outdoor environment that encourages children to spend time outdoors.

As the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball®, Chevrolet has also expanded its support of MLB® to youth baseball players in communities across the country through the Chevrolet Youth Baseball (CYB) program. In its seventh year, CYB has helped raise more than $13 million to aid local teams, affecting more than 2.7 million young people in communities across the country. This year, about 1,600 Chevrolet dealers are participating.

For more information about Chevrolet baseball, the "Diamonds & Dreams" program and a chance to win, please visit www.chevybaseball.com.

*No purchase necessary. Ends July 22, 2012. Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia, 18 or older. Void where prohibited. Odds of winning a prize will depend on the number of eligible entries received for the applicable drawing.

About Chevrolet

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

About Ripken Design

Ripken Design (RD) is a division of Ripken Baseball, the sales and marketing company based in Baltimore, Md. that represents all business and philanthropic efforts of National Baseball Hall of Famer, Cal Ripken, Jr., and 12-year Major League Baseball veteran, Bill Ripken. RD assists municipalities, ownership groups and investors with the design, management and development of unique complexes used for sports and other activities. Their experience, insight and perspective gives RD the ability to forge strong public/private partnerships maximizing the benefits for their clients and partners. Professional baseball wisdom, from both an executive and player perspective, provides RD a unique position in today's marketplace that achieves the goals of builders. For more, visit www.RipkenDesign.com.

About Scotts Miracle-Gro

With approximately $3 billion in worldwide sales, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, through its wholly owned subsidiary, The Scotts Company LLC, is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer products for lawn and garden care. The Company's brands are the most recognized in the industry. In the U.S., the Company's Scotts®, Miracle-Gro® and Ortho® brands are market-leading in their categories, as is the consumer Roundup® brand, which is marketed in North America and most of Europe exclusively by Scotts and owned by Monsanto. In Europe, the Company's brands include Weedol®, Pathclear®, Evergreen®, Levington®, Miracle-Gro®, KB®, Fertiligene® and Substral®. For additional information, visit us at www.scotts.com.