All Aboard the Fireflies Express; Next Stop Segra ParkÂ
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies today announced the addition of a new attraction at Fireflies Holiday Lights, which is taking place at Segra Park now through New Year’s Eve. The event will now feature the Fireflies Express presented by Thermal Technologies-- a trackless train amusement that takes children on
Fireflies Clubhouse Manager Wins League Award
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Minor League Baseball, today announced that Clubhouse Manager Christian Andreas has been named the Carolina League Home Clubhouse Attendant of the Year. Andreas has been the Fireflies’ Clubhouse Manager for three seasons now, following time as a bat
Fireflies Working with Local Charities for Weekends of GivingÂ
COLUMBIA, SC – Today, the Fireflies announced their second annual Weekends of Giving Charity Drives to help support local non-profits during the 2023 Fireflies Holiday Lights that will be held at Segra Park from November 16-December 31. The drives will help seven local non-profits: Toys for Tots, Pinnacle Family Services,
Run Through Holiday Lights at 4th Annual Mason’s Jingle JogÂ
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies today announced the return of their annual 5K race and walk, Mason’s Jingle Jog. For the first time the race will take place at night, 6:30 pm on December 5, with runners and walkers winding their way through Fireflies Holiday Lights at Segra Park,
2023 Fireflies Holiday Lights Tickets on Sale Now
COLUMBIA, SC – Tickets for all 2023 Fireflies Holiday Lights dates at Segra Park are now on-sale. Daily promotions and the calendar of events for Columbia’s newest and brightest holiday tradition can be found online at FirefliesHolidayLights.com. With the on-sale for Fireflies Holiday Lights comes the launch of the Fireflies
Fireflies Announce Promotional Schedule for Holiday Lights
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies today announced the promotional schedule for the 2023 Fireflies Holiday Lights season, happening at Segra Park November 16-December 31 for the second year. This year will mark the return of a few fan favorite theme nights, including Thirsty Thursday, where the drink specials are
Fireflies End Historic Season with Winning Record
This year, the Columbia Fireflies did something they have never done in franchise history—they finished the year above .500. Accumulating a 66-65 record across 131 games, the Fireflies jumped out to a fantastic start this year behind a ridiculous pitching unit. The year started with a rotation of David Sandlin,
Werner Wins Carolina League Player of the Month
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Major League Baseball, today announced that third baseman Trevor Werner was named the Carolina League Player of the Month for September. The Royals’ 2023 seventh round pick led paced the Carolina League in hits (15), runs (12),
Fireflies Announce 2024 Game Times
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Major League Baseball, today announced the start times of their home games for the 2024 season. Midlands residents will see a lot of familiarity with the schedule, as the Fireflies are keeping the bulk of their first pitch
McKeehan Earns Carolina League All-Star Nod
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Major League Baseball, today announced that left-handed reliever Cooper McKeehan has been named a Carolina League All-Star. The Brigham Young University Product finished the season with an 8-1 record and a balmy 1.08 ERA while leading Fireflies
Columbia Loses Last Game in Walk-Off Fashion
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies surrendered five unanswered runs as they lost in walk-off fashion to cap off their season 7-6 against Myrtle Beach at Pelicans Ballpark Sunday evening. Pedro Ramirez got to play hero, roping an RBI double off Nicholas Regalado (L, 1-1) in the bottom of the ninth
Fireflies Drop Pitcher’s Duel 1-0
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies fell 1-0 to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in a weather-marred game at Pelicans Ballpark Saturday night. It was the Fireflies first 1-0 game since they beat Augusta by that score July 3. The game began in a 26-minute delay and then a pop-up shower in
Werner’s Career Night Propels Fireflies to 11-7 Win
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies were able to take Friday’s game 11-7 over the Pelicans behind a six-RBI performance from Trevor Werner at Pelicans Ballpark. Columbia went ahead for good in the sixth inning. Dionmy Salon hit a one out single to knock Koen Moreno out of the game. Next,
Hernandez Quality Start Leads to 4-1 Win
COLUMBIA, SC – The bullpen followed Ben Hernandez’s third quality start of the season with three scoreless innings as the Fireflies beat Myrtle Beach 4-1 Thursday night at Pelicans Ballpark. The Fireflies climbed ahead in the top of the fourth. Trevor Werner started the inning by legging out an infield
Novas Excellent in 5-2 Loss for Fireflies
COLUMBIA, SC – Elvis Novas stranded three inherited runners and spun 2.1 scoreless, but it wasn’t enough to revive the offense as Columbia fell 5-2 Wednesday evening to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Pelicans Ballpark. Brian Kalmer dealt the big blow for a second-consecutive night. In the fifth inning with
Fireflies Fall 5-2 After Late Pelicans Rally
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies were in front in a one-run pitcher’s duel before the Pelicans roared out for four runs in the bottom of the seventh as Columbia fell 5-2 Tuesday evening at Pelicans Ballpark. The Pelicans big moment came in the bottom of the seventh. After Myrtle Beach
Werner Locks Down Second-Consecutive Weekly Honor
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Major League Baseball, have announced that Trevor Werner has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of August 28-September 3. Werner is the first Fireflies player to win the award in back-to-back
Columbia Falls in Extras in Finale at Segra Park
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies took the lead early, but couldn’t hold on, falling 5-4 in 10 innings Sunday evening at Segra Park. Chazz Martinez (L, 6-8) was brilliant, spinning 3.1 innings without allowing an earned run. He entered the game and stranded two inherited runners with a ground out,
Squires Puts Grand Touch on Doubleheader Sweep
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies used a walk-off grand slam from Brett Squires to sweep a doubleheader with the Shorebirds, 11-4 and 11-7 Saturday night at Segra Park.
Mauricio Scorches Ball in Major League Debut
COLUMBIA, SC – Last night, Ronny Mauricio hit ninth and played second for the Mets in their game against the Seattle Mariners. With the start, he became the 23rd former Fireflies player to make their Major League debut and the fourth to do so this season. The 2019 Fireflies infielder
Fireflies Eliminated from Playoffs with 13-3 Loss
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies allowed six runs in the fourth inning to fall behind 7-1 as they ended up dropping Friday’s game at Segra Park 13-3 to the Delmarva Shorebirds. In the fourth inning, the Shorebirds hit around, scoring six runs to take a 7-1 lead over Columbia. After
Late Runs Add Up in 12-3 Win
COLUMBIA, SC – A late grand slam from Brett Squires helped Columbia pile up the runs late in a 12-3 win over the Delmarva Shorebirds Thursday night at Segra Park. Columbia flipped the script with two outs in the bottom of the second. Trailing 2-0 with no one on, Lizandro
Fireflies Game Postponed Wednesday, August 30
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies game scheduled for tonight at 7:05 pm has been postponed due to impending severe weather and will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday beginning at 4:30 pm. Gates for the game Saturday will open at 4 pm. The Fireflies will play
Fireflies Lose Back-and-Forth Game 8-7
COLUMBIA, SC – At the end of the night, there were only four zeroes on the scoreboard, as Columbia allowed a pair to score in the seventh, dropping the opener 8-7 to Delmarva Tuesday at Segra Park. The Fireflies tied the game in the bottom of the sixth after trailing
Werner Named Carolina League Player of the Week
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies, in conjunction with the Carolina League and Major League Baseball, have announced that Trevor Werner has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for the week of August 21-27. Werner’s numbers last week were gaudy to say the least. The third baseman