March 12, 2008

DURHAM, N.C. - North Carolina Central University hosts Claflin University on Thursday (March 13) at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park (DBAP) to begin a stretch of 17 consecutive homes games in 16 days.

Thursday's 2 p.m. single game versus Claflin will be followed by a four-game weekend series with Savannah State (March 15-16), and doubleheaders against Virginia State (March 18), Elizabeth City State (March 20) and Chowan (March 22).

The Eagles will then play a pair of night contests versus Campbell (March 25) and Durham neighbor Duke University (March 26).

The 17-game, 16-day slate will conclude with doubleheaders against former CIAA cross-town foes Saint Augustine's (March 28) and Shaw (March 29).

Admission is free.

NCCU, with a 1-9 record in its first year as a Division I program, has played only one home game so far this season.

"We are looking forward to coming back to Durham," said NCCU head baseball coach Henry White. "Our student-athletes and fans enjoy the atmosphere of the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. This one of the finest baseball facilities in the country, and we are proud to call the DBAP our home field."

For a complete NCCU baseball schedule, visit www.NCCUEaglePride.com.

For information about the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, visit www.DurhamBulls.com.