In the aftermath of the disastrous earthquake that affected
the country of Haiti, Embry-Riddle Athletics is committed to aiding in the relief
efforts for the Haitian citizens. In
addition to the athletic events taking place this weekend (Feb. 5-6), Friday
has been designated "Haitian Relief Night."
To show support for and continue raising awareness of the
global efforts being made, all fans are encouraged to wear red shirts to all of
Friday's sporting events. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with the baseball team playing
its first home game of the 2010 season against Brewton-Parker at Sliwa Stadium.
At 7 p.m., the sixth-ranked ERAU men's basketball team tips off against conference
opponent Johnson and Wales.
Since clothing is one of the items that the Haitian citizens
desperately need most, ERAU will be collecting t-shirts at the baseball game
and in the lobby of the ICI Center throughout the basketball game. Anyone who
donates at least five t-shirts will have the chance to receive a limited edition "ERAU
Haiti Relief shirt".
Both the baseball and basketball teams will be back in
action again on Saturday along with the men's and women's tennis teams. Tennis
starts things off with both teams taking on Florida Tech. Baseball also gets
underway at 1 p.m. with a doubleheader against Brewton-Parker. Basketball wraps
things up against conference rival and 14th-ranked Northwood in an "MTV
Jersey Shore" themed night at 7 p.m.
The Eagles look forward to your involvement in this weekend's
activities and are excited about joining with you in support of the Haiti
relief efforts.