Better baseball bleachers needed

This letter is concerning the condition of the facility the Glacier Twins are currently playing on in Whitefish. I attended my first game there in over 20 years in late July.

As a former Glacier Twin, I was disappointed in the condition of what I considered at one time to be one of the best baseball facilities in Montana and also the little league field next to it.

I understand the reason that the old bleachers were torn down, but the replacement bleachers are a disappointment. They provide little seating and no shade from the sun. The radio broadcast even had to be done from the center field press box instead of behind home plate.

I am currently a high school basketball coach in Idaho and understand the importance of facilities to a program. Having a top-notch facility helps team morale, boosts community pride, and shows other visiting teams and fans the importance that you place in your town and team.

Lewiston, Idaho, is playing host this year to the American Legion Regional Tournament. The incoming teams and patrons will remember the quality facility that they get to play on here.

I don’t know what can or will be done with the facilities, but I hope something is done in order to restore the once proud Glacier Twins’ tradition.

Dave Cornelia

Lewiston, Idaho