Courtesy of Norfolk State Athletic Communications


NORFOLK, Va. – The Norfolk State baseball team and the Norfolk Tides announced Monday the renewal of their popular exhibition game. The teams' first meeting since 2017 will take place on Monday, April 4 at 6 p.m. at Harbor Park, with gates opening at 5 p.m.

Advance tickets for the seven-inning contest can be purchased through Norfolk State University or at the Harbor Park box office, while fans can purchase day of game tickets at Harbor Park. All seats are general admission, with ticket prices $10 for adults and $5 for children. Students can present their school's ID card to purchase a $5 ticket. The children's price is for 7-year-olds through high school, while 6-year-olds and younger enter for free.

Tickets go on sale at the Norfolk State ticket center on Friday, March 11.

Norfolk State and the Tides played seven times in an eight-year span between 2010-17, drawing an average of more than 7,000 fans to Harbor Park. All ticket proceeds from the contest benefit the Norfolk State University baseball program.

The Spartans, defending MEAC champions, opened their season on Feb. 18. The Tides, Triple-A affiliates of the Baltimore Orioles, begin their 2022 season at home on Tuesday, April 5 against the Charlotte Knights.