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The First Pitch Fundraising Banquet, now in its 9th year, is one of the most prestigious fundraising events in our UCM community and serves as an opportunity to celebrate the storied tradition of Mules Baseball. Through the fundraising banquet, Mules Baseball has raised over $241,000 for equipment needs, expanded the student-athlete experience, supplemented the operational budget, and implemented facility improvements, such as the newly constructed $2.1 million Mules Baseball Clubhouse at James R. Crane Stadium.
Join us on Saturday, April 5, for a day of baseball in Warrensburg, MO! This is a powerful gathering of Mules Baseball alumni and community leaders who come together to support Mules Baseball, induct former players into the Diamond Club, and positively impact the current generation of players. The banquet will include fundraising games, dinner, drinks, a silent auction, and recognition.
Proceeds from the 9th Annual First Pitch Banquet will ensure Central Missouri remains one the of the nation’s top NCAA Division II baseball programs.* We would be honored to have your support.
Schedule
Game
11:00 a.m. Baseball Alumni reserved area along 3rd baseline at James R. Crane Stadium
11:30 a.m. On-Field Recognition of the Diamond Club Honorees
12:00 p.m. Mules Baseball game
Banquet
5:00 p.m. Doors Open at Jerry M. Hughes Center
- VIP Social (access included in specific sponsor levels)
- Silent Auction Viewing
- Fundraising Games (bring cash or have Venmo ready)
7:00 p.m. Welcome Remarks
7:15 p.m. Dinner
7:45 p.m. Program, including Diamond Club induction and keynote speaker (announcement
to come)
Recognition
The Diamond Club recognizes former Mules Baseball players who positively impacted the Mules Baseball program. This year’s Diamond Club Honorees will be announced closer to the event date.
The banquet will highlight the reunions of the 2020, 2015, 2000, and 1975 Mules Baseball teams. All members of those teams are encouraged to get back together to reminisce and socialize!
Registration and Fundraising
The success of this event relies on corporate donors and partners, community members, and attendees. By sponsoring our fundraising banquet, companies, and community members can show their commitment to Mules Baseball.
Registration for the 2025 First Pitch Banquet is now open!
Interested in supporting, but can’t attend? Consider being a Bullpen Sponsor for $500 or Sponsor a Mule for $40 to be part of the fundraising success!
Sponsorship questions can be directed to a committee member listed below.
Questions and Additional Information
- General event and registration inquiries can be directed to Tiffany Cochran at tkcochran@ucmo.edu.
- Silent auction or general donation inquiries can be directed to Ryan Snyder at rsnyder@ucmo.edu.
- Take advantage of our discounted group rate at Warrensburg's Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Fairfield Inn, or Quality Inn.
- The attire is business casual.
Planning Committee
Mules Baseball would like to thank its planning committee. Without them, this event would not be possible. The committe includes: Tiffany Cochran ‘05, ‘23, David Ezell ‘78, ‘79, Jackie Jackson ‘09, ‘12, Alex Kent ‘11, ‘14, Billy Maloney ‘16, ‘17, Bennett Oliver ‘16, Brea Parnell, Stu Rogers ’82, ‘86, Rob Ruth ‘75, Ryan Snyder, Billy Ukrazhenko and Macie Wallace ‘23.
*Mules Baseball will receive 80% of the net proceeds and 20% will support the Cardinal and Black Fund, which supplements the UCM Athletics operstional budget supporting all 550 student-athletes.
