Enrichment Activity - Pittsburgh Pride

2010 Pittsburgh Pirates Jackie Robinson Essay and Poetry Contest

This is an opportunity for students to express their thoughts creatively during Black History Month and possibly win tickets to a Pirates game, participate in an on-field ceremony, receive an autographed baseball, and so much more. Every student that submits an essay or poem will receive a free pirates ticket!


Submissions are judged by grade level and prize details follow:


First place Winners will receive four (4) complimentary tickets to the April 16th game, and participate in a special pregame, on-field ceremony.  He/she will also receive a complimentary tour of Highmark's Legacy Square at PNC Park, complimentary ARAMARK food vouchers, a baseball autographed by a member of the current Pirates' team and a copy of Jackie Robinson's daughter's book Safe at Home.


Second place Winners will receive two (2) complimentary tickets to the April 16th game,a complimentary tour of Highmark's Legacy Square at PNC Park, complimentary ARAMARK food vouchers, and a baseball autographed by a member of the current Pirates' team.


Third place Winners will receive two (2) complimentary tickets to the April 16th game.  He/she will also receive a complimentary tour of Highmark's Legacy Square at PNC Park and complimentary ARAMARK food vouchers.


The link below will take you directly to a printable version of the entry form for the contest.  I also have additional copies available in the classroom by request.


Official Entry Form