The stadium club at Lexington County Baseball Stadium was packed with green on Wednesday as the Lexington County Blowfish held its 2nd media luncheon of the preseason.

Co-owners Bill and Vicki Shanahan highlighted the upcoming Shamrock Parade, which takes place at 2 pm on March 14th in downtown Lexington. It’s being presented in part by the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, O’Hara’s Public House, the Town of Lexington and your Lexington County Blowfish.

“What a wonderful way to celebrate Patrick and his missionary work using the 3-leaf clover shamrock, signifying the Trinity.” Shanahan said. “It’s our goal to pro vide a family-friendly, fun environment where all of Lexington County can celebrate the 5th annual Lexington County Shamrock Parade.”

Jonathon Rush was officially introduced as the grand marshal of the 2020 parade. Rush currently hosts a morning drive show on local station 97.5 WCOS.

“The Blowfish are looking forward to honoring Jonathon and his 30 plus years serving the Midlands and the radio listeners of Lexington County,” Shanahan said.

Shanahan and parade committee members also announced the first “Goodwill Ambassador” in Shamrock parade history. Ken Peterson, the illustrious Potentate of the Jamil Shriners. The Shriners Jamil Shrine Temple is a non-profit organization supporting 22 Hospitals throughout North America.

Shanahan and staff also presented Joe Pinner with a sash celebrating his continued time as Shamrock Parade emcee.

In a special tribute, Mr. Knozit will lead off the parade in a convertible so families from all over will get the chance to show their appreciation to this local legend.

“Mr. Knozit has always been a big Blowfish supporter,” Shanahan noted. “Joe is a dear friend of ours and we appreciate his enthusiasm for life as well as his enthusiasm for Lexington’s Shamrock Parade.”

Once he arrives at the official grandstand at O’Hara’s Public House, Pinner will take over the announcing microphone duties.

Midway Elementary 4th grader Anna Farley returns as 2020 Junior Miss Ireland.

The Blowfish also announced 2 new player signings for the 2020 season. Clemson freshman Dylan Brewer, who hit a 2-run home run against South Carolina on Friday night, as well as Pittsburgh Panthers pitcher C.J. McKennitt will join the Blowfish this summer. Read more at www.lexingtonchronicle.com and www. blowfishbaseball.com .