By Thomas Grant Jr. Along with providing summer college baseball, the Lexington County Blowfish are a community-oriented organization. Since arriving in Lexington in 2014, the team has participated in various fund-raising events and is devoted to honoring all military services. This past weekend saw the Blowfish hold their annual FortContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Brandon Cromer Jr. is in the middle portion of a personal “journey”. Since undergoing Tommy John surgery a year ago, the former Lexington High School standout has worked to regain his pitching form. He spent his redshirt year at the University of South Carolina healing andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A return of past players as part of a worthy cause is scheduled Friday at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The annual Alumni Game between the current Lexington County Blowfish and former team members will take place. The event is part of the fourth annual “Hooties” nightContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. barrage of runs and funds to support local farming in highlighted the latest homestand by the Lexington County Blowfish. The Blowfish went 3-1 overall, 2-1 in Coastal Plain League play, at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. It started with a dramatic 11-10 victory over High Point-Thomasville. DownContinue Reading
(Photo by Lexington County Blowfish) Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon and Lexington County Blowfish co-owner Bill Shanahan By Thomas Grant Jr. This weekend will see the Lexington County Blowfish take up another team moniker for a worthy cause. Add the Cowfish to the latest jersey promotionContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. For the 21st consecutive season—and 11th in Lexington County—summer will once again feature Coastal Plain League action from the Lexington County Blowfish. The new season kicks off Thursday on the road against the Florence Flamingos. On Friday, the Blowfish officially open their home schedule against theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Add a new alter ego to the ever-innovative Lexington County Blowfish. For one weekend only, the team will take the field as the “Cowfish,” donning specialty uniforms as part of a partnership with the Lexington County Farm Bureau. Team co-owner Bill Shanahan unveiled the aesthetic jerseysContinue Reading
LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Blowfish welcomed families and enthusiastic egg hunters of all ages to Lexington County Baseball Stadium last Saturday for a festive Easter Egg Hunt. Participants spread out across the field in search of colorful, decorated eggs, enjoying a fun-filled morning at the ballpark. The event alsoContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. LEXINGTON, S.C. — Lexington County Blowfish co-owner Bill Shanahan presented a $5,000 check to Terrance Green during a March 18 networking luncheon. The funds were raised at the annual Lexington County Chili Cookout held Feb. 15 at the Icehouse Amphitheater. Presented by Old Mill Brewpub andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The stadium formerly known as “Wildcat Hollow” is receiving another upgrade in its newest form. Now home of the Lexington County Blowfish, Lexington County Baseball Stadium is getting a new playing surface. Construction is underway to install AstroTurf, replacing the natural grass previously used for LexingtonContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The Lexington County Blowfish earned a third consecutive post-season trip in the Coastal Plain League. Having won in 2023 and finished runner-up last season, this year’s quest began in a West Division single-elimination game at Lexington County Baseball Stadium. The opponent was the third-year CPL member,Continue Reading