To all Parents, Spectators and Players,
It is that special time of the year again for baseball players, parents and fans. Soon our fields here in Bradford will be filled with the sounds of the cracking of a bat, the popping of a glove, the laughter and smiles of young kids and the smell of the BBQ grill in the air.
On Saturday April 27th the BNSYS kicks off its season with the annual 100 inning baseball game fundraiser to be held at Warren Brook Park in Bradford, NH. This special day is sure to be a success and fun will be had by all.
Apart from all participants and attendees having fun and enjoying this day and upcoming season here in Bradford, the safety of the players and fans is our main goal. We ask that anyone planning on attending the fundraiser this coming Saturday, or any game during the season, keep a few things in mind.
There are two parking lots nearby to the fields. One is on the Warren Brook Park side of the road and the other is in front of, or behind, the Kearsarge Regional Elementary School. Anyone attending a game this season is asked to park in one of the two lots. No vehicles should be parked alongside the road unless given special permission by the Bradford Police Department or BNSYS.
This is a major safety concern of ours for a few reasons. First and foremost is the safety of the children and fans attending the game. If you have ever attended a game then you are aware that there are always children running around the field having fun and waiting for their chance to chase down a foul ball. In the past it has become a practice for people to park alongside the field near the snack shack. While parking there may save you a short walk from the parking lot, it increases the risk of a child or fan not being seen by a passing motorist in a timely manner. It is also a violation of the town ordinance and could result in a $15.00 fine. We also ask that you keep in mind that the posted speed limit on Old Warner Road is 25 MPH.
We at the Bradford Police Department respectfully ask that everyone please follow the laws and town ordinances to ensure a safe and fun season for all. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at the station. Now with that being said, let’s PLAY BALL.
Sincerely,
Edward Shaughnessy
Detective – Bradford PD