Shhh! A Surprise for 'Old Man'!
Friday, May 3 • 2-7pm at HCC Fields
'Surprise' Appreciation Night for Tom Kramer
HCC Athletics is hosting the following event and wanted to make sure Aquin fans knew about it in advance so they could join the fun. Unfortunately, it is the same day as Aquin's Prom, but it's the only day that worked for HCC. So, if you can't make it but still want to show Tom your appreciation, read to the end to see how you can do that.
From HCC Athletics:
Tom "Old Man" Kramer works full time keeping the HCC Baseball & Softball fields in top notch shape. We have invited his family in as a surprise 'thank you' for all his hard work. His family is aware of this event, but Tom isn't. If you know Tom, you know he won't come to this if he knows what we have planned! Between each of the doubleheaders, each team will be thanking Tom for his help!
Cake and cookies will be provided by HCC. The food truck from Benchwarmers will be on site with food for sale!
Remember, it's a surprise! If you are unable to attend, please feel free to forward a card in care of Tom Kramer to the HCC Athletic Department, and we will get to Tom that day!
And here's a little 'Throwback Thursday' . . . from May 20, 2017. . . to remind us all of Tom's dedication
Aquin v. Dakota was one of those six games.
Due to the dedication of 'Old Man', who arrived at HCC Fields at 4:45--AM, the field was well-cared for throughout the day.
Even when the 11am game time was moved. Even when the 4:00pm game time was moved. Even when 4:30pm finally saw the first pitch of the game--nearly 12 hours after 'Old Man' arrived. And he stayed til the end (and you guessed it) he put the field in order after the game was done. But not before he hoisted the 'Regional Champions' plaque in the air with HIS biggest fans--the Aquin Baseball DAWGS!