Sunday, June 28, 2009

Web Extras 091 - Goober's Dance Party

South Georgia Peanuts mascot Goober tries to lead some young fans in a dance between innings. When the music fails to play over the stadium sound system, general manager Keith Michlig leads the kids by singing "The Hokey Pokey."

If you listen closely at the 2:06 mark, one of the young fans yells "That was torture!" after leaving the field.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

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About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Monday, June 22, 2009

Web Extras 089 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Wally Backman's Autograph Show Appearance

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole explains his opinion on Wally Backman's decision to miss Opening Day to appear at an autograph show in New York. According to Toole, Backman and South Coast League officials, Backman's appearance at the autograph show was part of his contract and was not an issue because the Peanuts opened the season on the road.

Backman rejoined the team for the final game of the opening series against the Charlotte County Redfish.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 088 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Wally Backman

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole explains his views on Wally Backman's track record as a manager. Despite the circumstances surrounding Backman's brief tenure as manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks,Toole believes Backman will once again manage at the major league level.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 088 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Wally Backman

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole explains his views on Wally Backman's track record as a manager. Despite the circumstances surrounding Backman's brief tenure as manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks,Toole believes Backman will once again manage at the major league level.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Web Extras 090 - South Coast CEO Jamie Toole Intro

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole introduces himself and gives some background on the genesis of the South Coast League.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

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About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Friday, May 29, 2009

Web Extras 087 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Hiring Wally Backman

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole explains how the league came to hire former Arizona Diamondbacks manager Wally Backman.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Thursday, May 28, 2009

Web Extras 085 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Caliber of Play

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the caliber of play of the league's players, as well as the committment and work ethic of the league's players and coaches.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Web Extras 084 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Fan Response in Six Markets

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the response in each of the league's six markets. This interview was done early in the league's only season - just weeks before the league announced the Bradenton franchise would no long play home games. The team spent the remainder of the season on the road.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Web Extras 083 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Early Ticket Sales

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the league's early ticket sales. This interview was filmed during the first month of the season.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 082 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Building Fan Interest

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the league's plan to build fan interest over the course of 2-3 years. Despite the league's plans, the South Coast League folded after just one season.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 080 - South Coast League CEO on League Ownership Model

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the league's central ownership model. The league was run with a central office overseeing each of its six teams, rather than having individual owners in each city. The league folded after just one season.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 081 - South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole on Albany, GA

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the recent history of pro baseball in Albany, GA. The city has seen a number of teams come and go since the 1990s. The South Coast League began play in 2007 with six teams, including the South Georgia Peanuts (based in Albany).

Although the South Coast League intended to stay a minimum of three years, the league folded after only one season.

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network


Web Extras 079 - Jamie Toole on the Origins of the South Coast League

South Coast League CEO Jamie Toole discusses the origins of the league. 

This is extra footage from "Playing for Peanuts." New clips will be uploaded throughout the 2009 baseball season.

RSS (New video clips every weekday)

About Playing for Peanuts

Playing for Peanuts is a documentary/reality TV show about minor league baseball. The show follows the South Georgia Peanuts during a season in the independent South Coast League.

Buy the 3-disc DVD set (3 DVDs for $24.99)

Watch the first two episodes on the web:

Episode 1 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

In the first episode, former big leaguer Wally Backman tries to revive his managerial career by taking a job with the South Georgia Peanuts of the South Coast League.

Later in the episode, the team watches as a skydiver crashes into the outfield fence during pregame festivities on Opening Day.

Episode 2 (sponsored by Most Valuable Network)

During the second episode, the Peanuts are stunned when the lights go out during their first game. Later, the team blows off steam at a local karaoke bar.

Most Valuable Network

Playing for Peanuts is sponsored in part by Most Valuable Network