The Chesapeake Baysox, the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles based in Bowie, Maryland, announced on March 21, 2026, that a season-long campaign tied to their Oyster Catchers alternate identity raised more than $23,000 for Cervivor, Inc. The funds support cervical cancer advocacy, education, and prevention efforts through merchandise sales, jersey auctions, and in-game activities, with additional matching contributions from Minor League Baseball.
The initiative originated in March 2025 when the Baysox unveiled an initial Oyster Catchers logo that generated widespread online attention. The team shifted the focus to positive impact by partnering with Cervivor, a nonprofit led by cervical cancer survivors. In June 2025, they introduced an updated secondary logo featuring a baseball glove incorporating a teal and white cervical cancer ribbon and a pearl, linking the Chesapeake Bay’s oyster heritage to themes of strength and hope in cancer prevention.
During the 2025 season, the Baysox wore Oyster Catchers uniforms on select dates, using games to highlight survivor stories, promote HPV vaccination, encourage routine screenings, and educate fans on early detection of cervical cancer—a preventable disease. Specialty merchandise featuring the revised logo supported the cause, with proceeds directed to Cervivor. A season-ending auction of game-worn jerseys further boosted contributions.
“This partnership has always been about more than a moment—it’s about a movement,” said Tamika Felder, Founder and Chief Visionary of Cervivor. “Because of the Baysox and MiLB, more people are talking about cervical cancer, more lives are being reached, and more awareness is being driven around prevention. This is how change happens—when community, storytelling, and action come together.”
Ellen Walsh, Chief Marketing Officer of Attain Sports, which owns the Baysox, highlighted the evolution: “We saw an opportunity to turn a viral moment into something far more meaningful. Over the past year, this campaign became a powerful example of what’s possible when sports, community, and purpose come together. We are incredibly proud of the impact created—not just in funds raised, but in the awareness and conversations sparked around a preventable disease.”
Minor League Baseball amplified the effort by matching Baysox contributions and extending national reach. “MiLB is proud to have supported the Baysox and Cervivor in transforming a unique moment into meaningful impact,” said Casey Brett, Senior Vice President of Business Development for Major League Baseball. “This campaign is a testament to the power of Minor League Baseball to connect with communities and drive awareness for important causes in a way that is both authentic and impactful.”
The Oyster Catchers identity continues into the 2026 season as a symbol of ongoing commitment. The Baysox plan to sustain support for Cervivor through educational programming and additional fundraising. Fans can purchase exclusive Oyster Catchers merchandise and find tickets and game schedules at baysox.com.
Located in Prince George’s County, the Baysox serve Southern Maryland communities by blending local pride with broader social impact, drawing families and baseball enthusiasts to Prince George’s Stadium for games that extend beyond the field.