First Energy Stadium

Surface:  Natural Grass
Capacity:  9,000
Dimensions:  Left 330 ft.  Centerfield 400 ft.  Right 330 ft.
Stadium Opened:  1950

Food:

• Concession stands are outside the stadium,(its kind of like a little village).
• Hot dogs, funnel cake, etc.

Parking:

• Parking is free, but a little cramped
• There are signs in the parking lot that say “Foul Ball Landing Territory”
• Reading Railroad goes through parking lot. (This RR line is still active)

Seating/Stadium Design:

• Picnic Area in the outfield with TVs on the tables
• No luxury Boxes
• Bleacher Seats (with backs) and box seats

• Seats are blue, red, and yellow. The variety of colors took away from the attractiveness of the park. (main reason for the 3 and a half star rating)

Atmosphere/Character:

• Good Sound Effects and PA system
• In between innings contests
• Decorative railroad crossing signs at entrance to the stadium
• Retired numbers in Centerfield
• Oldest ballpark in the Eastern League
• This stadium has a lot of character, mainly due to the unique surroundings. ( A water tower is scene beyond the 3rd base side of the stadium, railroad tracks are visible as well)
• Also, the unique features of the stadium, like the heated swimming pool in Right field.

Recognition of Team's History and/or MLB Affiliate:

• Team's name is taken from it's MLB affiliate, the Philadelphia Phillies

 Overall Rating:

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