3 p.m. Spectators are invited to attend the grand opening festivities and the exhibition game free of charge. The ballpark is located directly behind the University Fieldhouse on the east side of South Clyde Morris Boulevard at the main entrance to the university.
Parking is available free of charge.
Melissa Struble, a senior at DeLand High School, will sing the national anthem. The event is being sponsored in part by Cingular Wireless, Embry-Riddle Dining Services, and Pepsi. Cingular Wireless will provide giveaways, including phones. Commemorative bats, T-shirts, and programs will be sold. The Eagles open the 53-game regular season schedule on Friday, Jan. 26, at 6 p.m. versus North Georgia College and State University.