Facility Spotlight: Clipper Magazine Stadium

Clipper Magazine Stadium first opened its doors on May 11, 2005. The Stormers hosted the Atlantic City Surf, providing an outlet for Lancastrians to enjoy America’s favorite pastime. The Stormers inherit a strong baseball tradition in the Red Rose City, dating back to the late 1800s. Teams include the Maroons, the All-African American Giants (1897) and, of course, a few incarnations of the Red Roses, who lasted through 1961.

The idea of a new baseball team began in 1987, but nonetheless, it took 16 long years to bring baseball back to Lancaster. In 2003, it was announced that there would be a new baseball team, with hopes of continued development in downtown Lancaster.

On April 28th, 2004, a groundbreaking ceremony took place, and the stadium was finished right in time for opening day on May 11, 2005.

Clipper Magazine Stadium garners some unique features including areas like the May-Grant Little Slugger Dugout, Broken Bat Bar & Grille, and Subaru Outdoor Experience. The goal is to utilize these properties in the stadium to give off the feel and comfort of a second home for all Lancastrians. And as a testament to their success, the stadium has now been voted as the #1 ballpark in the country by Ballpark Digest for the 3rd year in a row.

Stadium Spaces:

Broken Bat Craft Beer Deck – Striving to create a genuinely unique experience at Clipper Magazine Stadium, they are continually curating beer lists from some of PA’s best craft breweries and cideries.

Picnics In the TEC Pavilion – Single Game and Group Tickets can enjoy a delicious 2-hour all you can eat buffet of Hess’s BBQ and sides. Buffets begin 30 minutes before game time and include a ticket to watch the Stormers game from the TEC Pavilion.

The Backyard – A two-leveled space equipped with tables and chairs and plenty of lawn games, located directly behind centerfield wall.

May-Grant Little Slugger Dugout – In partnership with May-Grant Obstetrics & Gynecology, the Lancaster Stormers opened the May-Grant Little Slugger Dugout for nursing mothers’ comfort and convenience while visiting the stadium.

Subaru Outdoor Experience – This space focuses on creating a sense of community through spaces which encourage social engagement among fans. Entertain with tabletop games such as connect four, ladder toss, and more.

Kreider Kids’ Park – Located down the 3rd base line and next to the lawn area, the Kreider Kids’ Park is filled with awesome equipment for kids ages 2-14. The play park includes a play set, carousel, and inflatables.

Field Dimensions at Clipper Magazine Stadium (in feet):

LF: 320
LC: 409
CF: 400
RC: 363
RF: 300 (17’ wall)