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Fluor Field, home of the Greenville Drive in Greenville, South Carolina, is about to get some cool upgrades. The Drive organization said since the final pitch of the 2023 season it has been working to enhance the fan and player experience at the field. Below is how the Drive described the changes in the works: New LED Lighting”Always committed to delivering a Major League Experience, Fluor Field has been upgraded to include a totally new, cutting-edge ballpark LED lighting and controls system a system that exceeds field lighting requirements of Minor League Baseball and is consistent with the standards of Major League ballparks across the country. The new system will significantly enhance both the player and fan experience during Drive games and events, with Fluor Field being the first professional ballpark in South Carolina to use this lighting system — considered to be the most advanced in its class. The new LED lights are also environmentally friendly, utilizing significantly less energy, and reducing Fluor Fields overall carbon footprint. “The new lighting and controls system will benefit player visibility by reducing glare, creating uniform light distribution, and reducing shadows across the entire infield and outfield. In addition, fans will notice the new lighting as a key contributor to an enhanced gameday experience with many new features including programmed colored light shows, home run lighting enhancements, and Fluor Fields favorite music playlists now choreographed to specific lighting experiences (Shipping Up to Boston Player Intros, Sweet Caroline 8th Inning, and Dirty Water post-game victories).’The new LED lighting system will not only benefit our players performance on the field but also provide our fans with yet another unique way to experience Drive baseball,’ said Greenville Drive Owner & Chairman Craig Brown. ‘Were always looking for ways to elevate the experience at the ballpark whether thats for our players or the broader community and we couldnt be more excited to debut this signature new enhancement at Fluor Field for our 2024 season.’500 Club Upgrades and New Ballpark Food Options”Drive fans will notice a significant upgraded experience when they visit the all-new 500 Club at Fluor Field during the 2024 season. With a 30% larger footprint, new furniture selections, and a fully enhanced AV system, the 500 Club has undergone a complete transformation and is the perfect ballpark spot for large-scale group gatherings and casual hangouts. The 500 Club will also feature a variety of tailgate games including cornhole and ping pong as well as soft seating overlooking District 356 the perfect spot for fans to relax during their visit to Fluor Field. “Beyond the physical enhancements, the 500 Club menu has been revamped to include ballpark favorites in addition to several unique, elevated food concepts including the Philly Cheesesteak Basket, Clutch Sandwich Basket, and the Big Papi Burger Basket. The new additions have been created by Greenville Drive Executive Chef Sammy Dominguez one of the most respected and well-known Executive Chefs in the region.’Were fortunate to have Chef Sammy and his expertise guiding our kitchens,’ said Drive General Manager Eric Jarinko. ‘Were excited about the upgraded menu in the 500 Club as well as the new food items debuting throughout the ballpark. Theres something for everyone and we cant wait for our fans to experience the new items themselves.'”Beyond the 500 Club, additional new food items will debut at Fluor Field in 2024 across a variety of different ballpark food service and concessions locations. “Examples of new ballpark food items include new specialty hot dog options and homemade chips in Ques concessions stand; funnel cake fries, and gourmet french fries in Fowl Pole; plus several new hospitality food selections including a Pretzel Tower, Lobster Rolls, Craft-Made Burgers, and several new A la Carte Desserts.Integrated Ballpark-Wide Point-of-Sales System”An additional upgrade to the Greenville Drive experience in 2024 is a brand new, fully integrated point-of-sale system at all concessions and merchandise locations throughout the ballpark. This new ballpark technology will provide fans with a variety of options to utilize at checkout including Tap to Pay, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.”The new payment technology at Fluor Field will greatly improve the fan experience by providing more efficient check out processes, decreasing wait times, and increasing ballpark safety. As part of this upgrade, and consistent with best practices in major sports venues and arenas throughout the country, Fluor Field will become a cashless ballpark in 2024. Fans still wishing to utilize cash will be able to visit the Greenville Drive Team Store to convert their cash to a Greenville Drive gift card that can be utilized inside the ballpark.’Were excited to debut our new point-of-sale system at Fluor Field in 2024 and help create a more streamlined and efficient experience for fans,’ said Greenville Drive President, Jeff Brown. Our full slate of college and high school baseball games in March and April provided a perfect testing environment for the new system. Were already seeing quicker transaction times, shorter lines, and an overall more pleasant experience for fans. Were excited to officially roll out and debut the new system with the Drive season in a few short weeks.’Brown continued, ‘Continuous improvement is part of our DNA, and our organization is obsessed with providing the best, most impactful, and most affordable entertainment experience at Fluor Field every year. We cant wait to welcome all our fans and friends back to Fluor Field the Front Porch of the Community for our 19th and best year yet.'”Opening Night of the 2024 Greenville Drive season, presented by TD Bank, is set for Tuesday April 9. “For tickets and more information, please visit www.greenvilledrive.com.