Fluor Field, home of the Greenville Drive, has consistently ranked among the best minor league ballparks in the country. It is also the most affordable minor league experience in the country, according to fan surveys.
As opening day for the minor league season approaches on April 2, several new amenities and services for Drive fans have been unveiled at the park.
Fans who don’t want to wait in the concession line can now use the new Shortstop Self-Serve Market behind home plate. The self-checkout market is designed for quick “grab-and-go” food or drink, with a wide selection of hot and cold food, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. This is also a direct-to-seat delivery option.
“The grab-and-go, fresh market concept has become more and more popular over the last couple of years,” said Jeff Brown, president of the Greenville Drive. “We still have our traditional concession stands with unexpected offerings in different areas of the ballpark. But now, if you want something simple, you can get in and out.”
New Fluor Field executive chef
Fluor Field also has a new executive chef. Austyn McGroarty, a Woodside Bistro founder and recent “Chopped” competitor on the Food Network, is planning to transform the ballpark’s culinary identity.
“Austyn is from the community,” Brown said. “He knows the Drive and Fluor Field well. He’s been coming here his whole life. So not only is he a world-class chef, but he takes our reputation as the best minor league baseball organization in the country very seriously.”
The park’s luxury suites have been completely renovated with floor-to-ceiling glass facing the field. Each suite is equipped with a 75-inch television, new cabinets and countertops, and new induction cooking surfaces.
“The suites have always been the more premium spaces in the ballpark,” Brown said. “And now they’ve been totally transformed.”
Fans will also notice new flair on the field and new items at the merchandise stands this season. The team has a new line of hats and jerseys with exclusive designs.
“We’ve brought in new brands and new styles for the players,” Brown said. “And when you come through our team store, you’ll find a lot of those designs that you can’t get anywhere else.”
The Drive, a High-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, compete in the South Atlantic League. The team and Fluor Field are coming off a season-long 20th anniversary celebration in 2025. Brown said the organization will continue to push for new ways to connect to the community.
“The community’s belief in us is something we never take for granted,” Brown said.
Greenville Drive 2026 opening weekend schedule
What: Opening weekend, Greensboro Grasshoppers at Greenville Drive
Where: Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville
When: April 2-4, 6:45 p.m.
Tickets and info: milb.com/greenville
