🎯 Business Spotlight: The RiverDogs Transform the Fan Experience

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The RiverDogs team is rolling out a fresh Food & Beverage menu and a variety of fun promotional events designed to offer everyone—from die-hard baseball fans to families looking for a great day out—a truly unforgettable summer experience.

Growing Together

"The name of the (baseball) game is growing attendance," says Senior Vice President Ben Abzug. The RiverDogs have experienced a period of exciting growth, recently hitting a milestone of 300,000 fans—a true gold standard for non-major league baseball!

The RiverDogs have built their business model on four key pillars:

• Attendance: Boosting ticket sales across our 66 home games.

• In-Park Experience: Running all food and beverage operations in-house to create a lively, immersive environment.

• Sponsorships: Building valuable partnerships that enrich the fan experience.

• Community Events: Providing event space for local gatherings, ensuring the ballpark remains a beloved community hub.

Key performance indicators such as ticket sales, average ticket prices, and spending per person are closely monitored to continuously enhance the game day experience.

A Community Treasure

One of the driving forces behind the RiverDogs' continued success is the focus on balancing attendance throughout the week. While higher attendance is naturally seen on Friday and Saturday nights, the RiverDogs Team is committed to keeping the excitement alive on weekdays too. Through family-friendly promotions and events, the ballpark is transformed into a community asset where everyone can enjoy a fun and engaging pastime—even if baseball is new to them.

Ben Abzug emphasizes, "The RiverDogs want to be seen as a community asset. We want to be accessible to everyone. Even if you know nothing about baseball, the goal is for you to come and have a fun time." Additionally, the team is dedicated to supporting youth baseball and softball, ensuring the future of the sport is nurtured and celebrated.

Exciting changes are on the horizon as the RiverDogs stadium undergoes renovations to rejuvenate its premium offerings. Over the next decade, the vision is to create a fully immersive environment, featuring a 360-degree walkway around the ballpark that brings fans closer to the action than ever before.

Key future initiatives include:

• New Club Box: A premium event space designed for corporate gatherings, networking events, social celebrations, and even weddings.

• Digital Modernization: Upgrading the digital infrastructure with innovations such as digital ticketing, mobile ordering, and a shift toward a cashless experience.

• Innovative Promotions: Continuously exploring new ways to engage fans, ensuring that every visit to the ballpark is filled with excitement and delight.

With these forward-thinking plans, the Charleston RiverDogs are not just preparing for another baseball season—they are crafting an all-encompassing community experience that brings people together in celebration of sport, food, fun, and local spirit. The RiverDogs invite everyone to join in for an unforgettable summer where every game is more than just baseball—it’s a celebration of community and connection.

• Check out the 2025 RiverDogs game schedule here.

• Peek the Promotional Calendar here.

• Buy Game Tickets here.

• Checkout the Segra Club for tickets or corporate events here.

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