The home of the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) will become Bank of James Stadium, following Tuesday’s approval of a naming-rights deal by the Lynchburg City Council. (more…)
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Maura Sheridan Named Lynchburg Hillcats Broadcaster
Maura Sheridan has been named the new play-by-play voice of the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League), becoming the first female broadcaster in team history. Sheridan will serve as the Hillcats’ play-by-play voice for all 140 games and as the media liaison for the club. (more…)
Hillcats to Host 2020 Carolina League All-Star Classic
The Lynchburg Hillcats will host the 2020 Carolina League All-Star Classic at City Stadium, with the contest set for Tuesday, June 23, 2020. (more…)
2018 Organization of the Year: Elmore Sports Group
By laying the groundwork for an unprecedented series of franchise shifts, Elmore Sports Group had a productive 2018. That process, combined with the collective success of its portfolio of teams, makes it our 2018 Organization of the Year in the annual Ballpark Digest Awards. (more…)
Hillcats, Indians Extend Affiliation Through 2020
The Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) and the Cleveland Indians extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Carolina League Cancels Mills Cup Championship Series
With Hurricane Irma approaching the United States, the Carolina League has decided to cancel its 2017 Mills Cup Championship Series. The circuit will instead declare co-champions at the conclusion of its divisional round. (more…)
Hillcats to Make Ballpark Dog Friendly
The Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) have announced a partnership with the Lynchburg Humane Society that will make City Stadium dog friendly. (more…)
Lynchburg Hillcats Unveil New Logos
Complete with an overhauled color scheme, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) have unveiled a new logo. In all three logos, all featuring a blue and green color combination, were released on Thursday evening. (more…)
Lynchburg to Remain Hillcats
After conducting a name the team contest, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) have opted to keep their current identity. (more…)
Hillcats Reveal Finalists for New Name
Over the next week, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) will allow fans to select from one of six monikers in their name the team contest. (more…)
Calvin Falwell Field / Lynchburg Hillcats
In transition. Those two words describe not only Calvin Falwell Field but also the team that calls it home, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League). While it’s not necessarily a bad ballpark, there are definitely improvements to be made to help enhance the fan experience. (more…)
Hillcats to Rebrand Before 2017 Season
As they prepare rebrand before next season, the Lynchburg Hillcats (High A; Carolina League) are starting a name the team contest. The new name will take effect in time for the 2017 season. (more…)
Triple Header Scratched in Lynchburg (Updated)
UPDATE: The Hillcats just announced that plans for the tripleheader have been scratched. Instead of playing three games this afternoon, the two teams will meet for a doubleheader. The third game will be made up in Lynchburg on May 9. (more…)