Friendly’s to Sponsor 2013 Cape League All-Star Game

Friendly’s to Sponsor 2013 Cape League All-Star Game

This summer, two old friends will reunite when Friendly’s Ice Cream joins forces with the Cape Cod Baseball League to deliver a home run to fans: the 2013 Cape League All-Star game.

In 1992, Friendly’s was the first company to sponsor the Cape League’s midsummer classic, the Friendly’s Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star game, which took place July 25, 1992, at Whitehouse Field in Harwich. And now, 21 years later, Friendly’s has returned to become both a major sponsor of the Cape Cod Baseball League and the title sponsor of the 2013 All-Star game, which will be held Saturday, July 27, at Red Wilson Field in South Yarmouth, home of the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox.

“We are thrilled to have Friendly’s back in the Cape League family,” said Judy Walden Scarafile, president of the Cape League. “In addition to sponsoring the league and the All-Star game, Friendly’s is now the official ice cream of the league. Baseball games and ice cream … this is a perfect match.”

Over the years Under Armour, Ocean Spray and Jordan’s Furniture have been the title sponsors of the annual summer showcase.

Friendly’s Ice Cream, which opened more than 70 years ago in Springfield, is now based in Wilbraham and is an iconic brand with deep roots in Massachusetts. Friendly’s serves its signature ice cream desserts in more than 350 family-friendly restaurants. Friendly’s also distributes its homemade ice cream treats in more than 7,500 retail locations.

“We think it makes perfect sense to be partnered with the Cape Cod Baseball League,” said Friendly’s President and CEO, John Maguire. “Our company is very involved in the communities where we have restaurants. This partnership brings together two great pastimes: watching baseball and eating ice cream. We’re excited for the season to begin.”