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When I first began working for the Tigers in the visiting clubhouse, I was very shy and did not associate with anyone.  Now that I have been working there for about 5 years now, I have grown as a person.  I am more outgoing and have made great connections with others that work there as well.

A typical work day in the visiting clubhouse is pretty lackluster if you are not the bat-boy for that given series for obvious reason, because we do not get to go out on the field and watch the game.  Once we clock in, we immediately go out to the visiting bullpen and provide the team with gum, towels, seeds, and coffee.  After all the duties are completed, we begin setting up the dugout for team's batting practice session.  We have to fill coolers with water and Gatorade to quench their thirst.  Then again, we have to provide the team with towels, gum, and seeds.  We have an uptight supervisor, so we make sure that everything is perfect, when he comes down to check that we completely our jobs superbly.  These duties take about 30 minutes each, so we have a lot of down time on our hands because we arrive at the stadium usually at 3:00 p.m.  The game usually begins at 7:00 p.m. so that leaves the assistants with about 3 hours until game time.  
After we finish setting up the dugout to our supervisor's delight, we finally get to the clubhouse.  When we get to the clubhouse, we always check for laundry because players are very uptight about having their uniforms and other clothing clean, so they can look good for the cameras.  Sometimes, we get sent on secret runs for the players and provide them, with whatever they need at that moment.  We also restock multiple fridges, take out the garbage to the dumpster, and vacuum the clubhouse.  
When the game finally begins, we make sure that the player's lockers are clean and free of any trash (such as empty bottles, food, etc.).  After that we begin restocking fridges and cleaning the kitchen for after the game.  During the game we have a lot of time on our hands because our jobs are predicated around the players and there are no players around because they are doing their job on the field.  
When the game ends, we must head down to the dugout and clean out the dugout.  This means putting their helmets and bats in the right areas, emptying the coolers and chests, and bringing in all of the gum, seeds, and towels.  This process must be done quickly because we need to head upstairs and start cleaning the shoes that the players wear.  This takes about 20-30 depending on how dirty the cleats are.  After that we must look for the players dirty uniforms and give start scrubbing them down and so they look brand new.  Once the players leave, we have a little break to eat, since it is around 11:30 p.m. Then we begin vacuuming, restocking fridges, cleaning the kitchen, cleaning the bathrooms, and doing laundry again.  That is basically what happens on a daily basis as a Visiting Clubhouse Assistant.  

What I 've learned from working here is how to become a leader.  As the years progress, there are going to be new workers every year, which means I am the veteran to them and they will be looking at me.  I've taught multiple assistants how to become bat-boys and how to do it correctly.  I've also learned how to effectively complete duties in a timely manner, given the limited amount of time I have to complete some duties.  I've learned to overcome my shyness.  Players could tell I was shy my first year working there and sometimes would poke fun at me for being that way.  I've overcame my shyness at work and out in the world as well. 

The management sometimes can be strict and sometimes it can be lackadaisical.  I prefer when management is strict because everyone seems to be on their job.  When management tends to be lazy, it seems like I am always the one trying to complete other's duties so we do not get yelled at as a whole.  

I am a huge baseball fan (I know all the players first and last name and I know a majority of the minor leaguers names as well), so to be working down at Comerica Park is like a dream come true.  Most of the players are down to earth and are very easy to talk to. 

The hardest part of the job is trying to keep yourself busy and attentive during the multiple down times throughout the day.  That is probably my only complaint about having this job.  I a am person that needs to be constantly doing something because that is how I am wired.  If I'm not constantly working, then I try to find the little stuff to do.  For example, I would continuously check to see if there is any dirty laundry for me to pick up.  Little things like that, just so I can stay attentive.

The most enjoyable part about being a Visiting Clubhouse Assistant is obviously being a bat-boy.  Most people could not sit there on a stool for 9 innings watching a "boring" sport.  I love every bit of being out there with the players.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Detroit Tigers.  Working for a championship caliber organization was a dream come true.  I learned significant lessons in humility, pride, accountability, reliability, and detail.  The team looked for me to get them whatever information they needed in preparation for the upcoming series.  I was responsible for writing scouting reports on every team we played, and worked directly with the coaches and players.  I oversaw all work done by our department's interns, as well as our minor league video employees.  Going to work everyday in a ballpark with major league players and personnel will not get you much sympathy, but baseball is tough on the personal lives of those who work in the game.  As much as I loved my job, I had to make the decision to move on for family reasons.  I can't say that I regret leaving my job with the Detroit Tigers, but there are definitely things I miss about it.  The camaraderie amongst the staff and players was like that of brothers, and watching my work be implemented on the field and in the dugout was extremely rewarding.  Tasting the champagne drip over my head after winning the American League Championship last season was a feeling I will always relish and an experience I will forever share with my family and friends.  With that being said, it was time to move on, and I am extremely excited about the new opportunities that lie ahead of me.  My ambition to learn can never be totally quenched, and I look forward to furthering my experience in business and in my professional relationships.

Minor league baseball was one of the best things that happened to me.  I say this, not because it was an extravagant lifestyle filled with fast cars, luxury, and fame, but because it pushed me to be a better person than I was.  Baseball taught me how to handle failure.  It taught me that it isn't if you get knocked down, but when you get knocked down and how you get back up.  I couldn't ask for anything more.  The business side of baseball is brutal.  But with all of the injustices that we as minor leaguers had to endure, it built up our character to put us ahead of some of our peers who have not encountered hardships.

Through my time with the Tigers, I have developed deep, personal relationships with people from all over the country, and even the world.  It taught me how to understand different cultures, and overcoming the differences between us to succeed as a team.  The experiences I take from baseball are like none other that I can think of.  I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to take part in a chance to be able to make the dreams I had of being a big leaguer come true.  It has set me up for a successful future in whatever career I choose.

I love working with the Detroit Tigers. I have learned many helpful aspects that not only relate to work but also life. I handle any cash that goes in and out of the rides and interactive games in the ballpark. As well as give public and private tours to fans and guests. My management team is unbelievable, they are always willing to work with you, help you in any way possible, and are available to reach whenever you need them. My co-workers are friendly and we become part of a family that loves our job. The hardest part of the job is the inconsistency in schedule. The most enjoyable part of my job is sharing my love of baseball and sports on a daily basis with fans at games, as well as guests who come on my tours.

This was a great internship as it allowed me to grow in my specific role but also expand my knowledge base by working with other groups such as ticketing and group sales. The culture was great and you could feel that your supervisors really cared about helping you progress and ultimately find a job after the internship was completed. The most enjoyable part of the job was game day during Spring Training and being part of the team responsible of executing a major sporting event in that town. The hardest part of the job was tarp duty during the minor league season.

NO work life balance, long hours if you’re working on management side of company.
What was once a family atmosphere has dissolved into another job/workplace.
Upper management (new) should take the time to get to know whatever department they’re are leading from top to bottom. Get to know what they REALLY do before making judgements.
You don’t know what you have until it’s gone.


What is the best part of working at the company?
Family atmosphere while mostly working outdoors 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Fans can be pretty rude. Employee are on their feet all day.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Great work environment and employees are treated well. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
As a supervisor I do daily assignments and make sure all security concerns are addressed.

I like the fact we can pick which events we want to work. Manager emails out a calendar of available games and employees either put Y or N on the days of availability.

My first day I was put on restroom duty. I didn't like it. After the first day, I asked to do light sweeping where I was assigned to an area. I got to walk around. I have two more days of this and that's it. 

I don't like how some of the employees gossip and make fun of others.

I will not be returning next season.

Great job with your work being done on the ground in the field today with a fantastic team and great people from across the world to be involved with and to see how you are doing with your project and your project is so inspiring and exciting to me I wish we all would of been there and we would be there and we could all do something to help each others and we all need a lot to do to get to know you guys so much I know that eye candy is so important and I know we are all working hard together and we have a wonderful job to 

great experience to have a job playing baseball. i learned good pey ople skills and the value of working hard to get to the top.i loved my managers they helped tremendously with the preperation of the job. the hardest part of the job was learning to find success in failure and learn from it. the most enjoyable part of the job was getting to travel to many different states and meeting lots of people and personalities.

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