Summary
- The Oakland Ballers, a minor league baseball team, was founded by Oaklanders aiming to bring a new team to the city
- The team’s stadium was still under construction just days before the home opener, prompting fans to volunteer and help finish it
- The team’s community-first ethos and grassroots support is a stark contrast to the departure of major league sports teams from Oakland
- The team aims to use sports as a way to heal wounds and bring the community together
Summary
- Fans devastated by the A’s move
- Boycotts and record-low attendance
- Owner blamed for relocation
- Intimate emotional impact on supporters
Summary
- The Oakland Ballers transformed a park into a 4,000-seat stadium
- The team envisions a community gathering place akin to Wrigley Field
- Ticket prices are affordable, attracting new fans with special promotions
- The team allows fans to invest and have voting rights on key decisions
