HOST FAMILY
PROGRAM
DO YOU WANT TO HOST A BERRY?
Marion Berries Baseball Host Families are an essential & integral part of our team, as well as the team's success. The Marion Berries roster is comprised of college athletes from across North America. These players will call the gorgeous Salem area home for two and a half months in the summer, roughly 80 days. Submit an application now to host a player from the last week in May through mid-August!
BENEFITS OF BEING
A HOST FAMILY
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Season Tickets
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Exclusive Host Family Events
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A professional role model in the house; often players are positive influences on children
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Life long friendship with a high caliber college baseball player and possible major leaguer!
HOST EXPECTATIONS
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Host players from the last week in May through mid-August. (Players are on the road approximately 40% of the season.)
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Supply each player with their own bed and linens
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Access to a bathroom, including late access after games.
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Laundry facilities, so players can do their own laundry.
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Clean, non-smoking, safe environment.
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Meals/food for players when they are in town. Normally three meals per day. (often on game days, players do not eat meals at normal meal times)
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Assist with transportation to and from the ballpark if applicable.