Presidential Pitch

On August 8, more than 900 Seattle University students, alumni, staff, faculty and friends converged on T-Mobile Park to catch the Seattle Mariners take on East Coast rivals the New York Yankees and, notably, to celebrate President Eduardo Peñalver throwing out the first pitch. President Peñalver releases the first pitch at the Seattle Mariners vs. New York Yankees game. Photo courtesy of Seattle Mariners

Presented by the Seattle University Alumni Association (SUAA), “SU Night at the Mariners” had Redhawks—including our very own Rudy hanging with the Mariners Moose—showing their pride for not only their school but also in support of President Peñalver, a diehard M’s fan, who mingled with the crowd following his momentous moment on the mound. 

It was a meeting of the mascots as Rudy the Redhawk hung out with the Moose! Photo courtesy of Seattle Mariners

A few more notes from the night:

• President Peñalver’s son Jai served as his dad’s catcher!
• Rudy the Redhawk was on the scene at the pregame reception, located at the Rooftop Boardwalk, and on the field before the game.
• Staff from the SUAA, Albers and GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) alumni board members visited with alumni and friends and their families throughout the evening.

Eduardo hangs out with members of the SU community at T-Mobile Park. Photo by Blake Manning

Eduardo and his son Jai—serving as catcher—prepare for their big moment on the field. Photo by Blake Manning

It was a full house on a picture-perfect summer night for a ballgame. Photo by Blake Manning