Play Greenville, NC Sports

⚾ Community Spotlight: Jackie Robinson Baseball League, Inc.

For more than 30 years, the Jackie Robinson Baseball League has been making a difference in Greenville-Pitt County by using baseball as a tool to build stronger athletes, students, and community leaders.

Since its founding in the early 1990s, the league has provided affordable opportunities for youth, especially in West and South Greenville, to learn the game while developing important life skills like teamwork, discipline, respect, and perseverance. Beyond the diamond, the Jackie Robinson Baseball League is committed to mentoring young people academically, socially, and personally, helping create opportunities that extend far beyond baseball. Through partnerships with organizations like the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, the league has expanded access to instructional baseball programs, mentorship, and positive role models, ensuring every child has the chance to succeed both on and off the field.

Thank you to the Jackie Robinson Baseball League for over three decades of investing in Greenville’s youth and continuing to inspire the next generation of players and leaders. 💚⚾

🌈 TBT: Rainbow Run 5K!

We’re looking back at all the colorful fun from last year’s Rainbow Run 5K
From bright bursts of color to smiling faces crossing the finish line, this event is all about celebrating community, movement, and fun for all ages!

Join us this Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 AM–11:00 AM for this year’s Rainbow Run 5K! Whether you’re ready to lace up and run, walk with friends and family, or simply come out and enjoy the festivities at the museum, there’s a place for everyone. Keep an eye on A Time for Science’s socials on how to sign up, and get ready to add a little more color to your weekend!

Last week, Ce’Nedra had the opportunity to represent Play Greenville, NC Sports and the Greenville-Pitt County area at the Summer Sports Business Conference in Corpus Christi, TX hosted by Compete Sports Network.

“I always enjoy this conference because it creates space for conversations that matter. The education is always very intentional and relevant, but what I appreciate most is the opportunity to have vulnerable, honest, and valuable conversations with industry partners and colleagues from across the country and beyond about diversity, inclusion, and how we can continue to create an environment where sports are more welcoming and accessible for everyone.

Now that I’m back home, I’m reflecting on the idea that the future of sports isn’t just about the events we host or the facilities we build. It’s about the people we serve, the communities we create, and our willingness to keep learning from one another. Grateful for the conversations, the connections, and the reminder that there is always more work to do.” -Ce’Nedra Dillard, Director of Sports Development

Ce’Nedra’s next conference will be in Tampa, Florida for the Connect Marketplace August 24-26!

⚾️ Facility Friday: Thomas Foreman Park & Eppes Recreation Center

This week’s Facility Friday spotlight shines on Thomas Foreman Park, a cornerstone of recreation and community life in West Greenville. Home to the Eppes Recreation Center, the park serves as a hub for athletics, wellness, youth programming, and community events, offering residents of all ages a place to gather, learn, and stay active.

The Eppes Recreation Center stands on the historic site of C.M. Eppes High School, which served as the primary public high school for African American students in Greenville and Pitt County during segregation. For generations, the school was a source of education, leadership, pride, and community, shaping countless lives throughout the region. Today, the recreation center carries that legacy forward by continuing to serve as a gathering place where neighbors connect, youth develop new skills, and families build community.

From recreation programs and fitness opportunities to sports leagues and special events, Thomas Foreman Park and the Eppes Recreation Center remain an important part of Greenville’s story, honoring the past while creating opportunities for future generations.

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Greenville-Pitt County is Baseball! ⚾️

With 30+ baseball fields across Pitt County, the game is part of our communities, our schools, and our traditions. From recreation leagues and Little League to high school, collegiate, and summer collegiate baseball, there are opportunities to experience the game at almost every level right here in Pitt County.

How to Get Involved in Baseball in Greenville and Pitt County:

Youth Recreation Programs:
Little League & Babe Ruth Baseball
Jackie Robinson Baseball
Middle & High School Baseball
Collegiate Baseball
Summer Collegiate Baseball
Volunteer & Coaching Opportunities

Organizations:
Greenville, NC Recreation & Parks
Town of Ayden Parks & Recreation
Town of Winterville Parks & Recreation
Farmville Parks & Recreation Parks & Recreation
Pitt County Schools Athletics
Greenville Little Leagues
Greenville Babe Ruth Baseball
East Carolina Pirates Baseball
Greenville Yard Gnomes

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Rachel Whitten Announced as New President & CEO of Visit Greenville, NC The Greenville-Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Greenville, NC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachel Whitten as the new President & CEO of Visit Greenville, NC effective Monday, June 15, 2026.