By Thomas Grant Jr.
Add a new alter ego to the ever-innovative Lexington County Blowfish.
For one weekend only, the team will take the field as the “Cowfish,” donning specialty uniforms as part of a partnership with the Lexington County Farm Bureau.
Team co-owner Bill Shanahan unveiled the aesthetic jerseys during an April 22 networking luncheon held in the VIP Stadium Room. The Blowfish will wear the cow-print uniforms during games June 5–6 at Lexington County Baseball Stadium.
The jerseys feature a bold black-and-white cow print with a stars-and-stripes accent and a nameplate on the back recognizing South Carolina’s agricultural exports. A list of 31 products—ranging from peaches and watermelons to timber and collard greens—is incorporated into the design.
At 9 p.m. on June 6, following the matchup with the Macon Bacon, winners of an online jersey auction will be announced. Proceeds will benefit the Lexington County Farm Bureau Young Farmer Program. Bidding is currently underway at www.blowfishbaseball.com.
In other Blowfish news:
- Shanahan presented a $1,000 check to Ron Williams of Mission Lexington, which provides essential services such as food, clothing, rental and mortgage assistance, utility support, and guidance to neighbors in need.
- Art Boozer, executive director of the Baseball Coaches Association of South Carolina, announced the High School All-Star Baseball Showcase will be held June 9 at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The event will feature top players from all classifications across South Carolina and will be played on the stadium’s newly refurbished artificial turf.
