August 19, 2005
Nikon Touches All The Bases on Team Photo Day With The New York Mets
MELVILLE, N.Y. —
On Sunday, August 21, 2005, Nikon and the New York Mets will host Nikon Team Photo Day at Shea Stadium where all game day fans will receive a complimentary Nikon/New York Mets team photo upon arrival to the stadium.
"As a Long Island-based company, Nikon is proud to partner with our local team, the New York Mets, for the second-annual Nikon Team Photo Day at Shea Stadium," said Anna Marie Bakker, director of Communications for Nikon Inc.
Additionally, Nikon will offer two lucky youngsters the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the New York Mets taking on the Washington Nationals at Shea Stadium at 1:10 pm. Ryan Vespo, of Bethpage, NY, and Michelle Sarno, of Massapequa, NY, will each throw out a first pitch to start the game in place of Mr. Toshiyuki Masai, president and CEO of Nikon Inc, who has deferred this honor in favor of passing the
spotlight onto the kids.
Nikon Youth Clinic starts the day's events at 9:00 a.m. when the children of area Nikon employees will gather on the playing field for interaction and instruction from select New York Mets players and coaches. The kids will pick up pointers and learn the proper throwing and batting techniques from the best in the business while enjoying memories that will last a lifetime. To ensure these memories last, each child would leave with their own 4x6" image taken of the field with their heroes.
For more information about Nikon products, services or corporate and philanthropic programs, please visit us online at http://www.nikonusa.com.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Nikon Coolpix(R) compact digital cameras; Coolscan(R) digital film scanners; 35mm film SLR cameras; powerful and effective Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics. Through the Nikon Spirit Initiative(TM) the company plays an active role in supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of philanthropic organizations, educational programs, events and workshops. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.
"As a Long Island-based company, Nikon is proud to partner with our local team, the New York Mets, for the second-annual Nikon Team Photo Day at Shea Stadium," said Anna Marie Bakker, director of Communications for Nikon Inc.
Additionally, Nikon will offer two lucky youngsters the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the New York Mets taking on the Washington Nationals at Shea Stadium at 1:10 pm. Ryan Vespo, of Bethpage, NY, and Michelle Sarno, of Massapequa, NY, will each throw out a first pitch to start the game in place of Mr. Toshiyuki Masai, president and CEO of Nikon Inc, who has deferred this honor in favor of passing the
spotlight onto the kids.
Nikon Youth Clinic starts the day's events at 9:00 a.m. when the children of area Nikon employees will gather on the playing field for interaction and instruction from select New York Mets players and coaches. The kids will pick up pointers and learn the proper throwing and batting techniques from the best in the business while enjoying memories that will last a lifetime. To ensure these memories last, each child would leave with their own 4x6" image taken of the field with their heroes.
For more information about Nikon products, services or corporate and philanthropic programs, please visit us online at http://www.nikonusa.com.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Nikon Coolpix(R) compact digital cameras; Coolscan(R) digital film scanners; 35mm film SLR cameras; powerful and effective Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics. Through the Nikon Spirit Initiative(TM) the company plays an active role in supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of philanthropic organizations, educational programs, events and workshops. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.