The Spikes are offering this school program, which is designed to promote a healthy lifestyle through nutrition and physical activity. A Spikes staff member, accompanied by a Spikes mascot, will visit schools to hold a kick-off assembly (which can be held outside or inside). During the assembly, K-6 students will be educated on the importance of exercise and nutrition before having the opportunity to take "Ike's Fun Fit Challenge." Students who complete the simple and fun physical fitness challenge will be rewarded with one complimentary Bullpen Box ticket for a 2020 home game!

The State College Spikes mascots, players and front office staff are ready to come to your school! Through the years, over 40 elementary, middle school and high schools participated in one of the Spikes designated school programs. The Spikes offer a variety of different school programs, each using the Spikes brand of fun entertainment to deliver an educational message to students.
Spikes School Programs FAQ
How do the Spikes School Programs work?
The Spikes provide a free assembly and complimentary baseball tickets as an incentive to promote education, reading, positive behavior, proper nutrition, exercise or environmentally-friendly behavior. Ike the Spike and the Spikes staff will perform assemblies to an entire school or to single classrooms.
Is there any cost?
No, the Spikes school programs are completely free of charge for all participants and schools. The Spikes take great pride in giving back to the local community through our school programs.
How do I schedule a Spikes School Program?
Contact the Spikes at (814) 272-1711 or e-mail jputnam@statecollegespikes.com to set up a time and select a program that works for your school's curriculum!
School Programs Roster


This program encourages students to complete a reading program by rewarding them with free Spikes tickets upon completion. Participating students will receive a special bookmark to keep track of the books they read. Any participating student that reads four books under the supervision of their teacher or parent will earn one free ticket for a game during the 2020 season. At select games, participants will be honored from the field for stepping up to the plate and hitting a reading home run! The program includes a free assembly and reading presentation with the Nookie Monster at any of the participating schools. Books and Baseball is designed for students in grades K-6.
Teachers or parents with questions about any of the Spikes’ school programs can contact the Spikes at (814) 272-1711 or e-mail the Spikes here.