Veterans Memorial Stadium memories from Cedar Rapids fans
Readers and former players share memories of Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids. They recall 52 years of games, playoff drama, standout moments, and personal ties to the ballpark as a new stadium approaches.
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Cedar Rapids Rockets Fall 9-7 to Keokuk Pirates at Veterans Memorial Stadium
Cedar Rapids blew a 6-0 lead and lost the first Kernels game 9-7 at Veterans Memorial Stadium. First pitch ceremonial by Mayor Cap Hahn, with Jerry Schold delivering the first hit and Lou Percy grounding into a double play. Attendance 4,261. Timeline notes Memorial Stadium opening in 1949 and Bud Curran on the grounds crew.
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