Augusta GreenJackets Celebrate 2026 Opening Day at SRP Park

The minor league baseball team kicked off the new season with a 4-2 win over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:03am

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A cubist-style painting depicting the opening day baseball game between the Augusta GreenJackets and Fayetteville Woodpeckers, with players, baseballs, and stadium elements fractured into overlapping geometric shapes and planes in a vibrant color palette.The vibrant colors and dynamic action of opening day baseball at SRP Park are captured in a cubist-inspired illustration.Augusta Today

The Augusta GreenJackets celebrated the start of the 2026 season with an opening day victory over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers at SRP Park in North Augusta, South Carolina. Fans enjoyed festivities like the Fort Gordon color guard presentation, first pitches, and games between innings as the GreenJackets defeated their opponents 4-2.

Why it matters

Opening day marks the start of a new season for the Augusta GreenJackets, a minor league affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. The annual event is a beloved tradition that brings the community together to kick off the summer baseball season and support the local team.

The details

The GreenJackets took the field against the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, a team in the Carolina League. Augusta pitcher Aiven Cabral (60) started on the mound, while infielders Alex Lodise (12) and Cooper McMurray (26) contributed to the team's 4-2 victory. Fayetteville pitcher Jagger Beck (44) took the loss for the Woodpeckers.

  • The opening day game took place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • The GreenJackets and Woodpeckers played a full nine-inning game.

The players

Aiven Cabral

A pitcher for the Augusta GreenJackets.

Alex Lodise

An infielder for the Augusta GreenJackets.

Cooper McMurray

An infielder for the Augusta GreenJackets.

Jagger Beck

A pitcher for the Fayetteville Woodpeckers.

Auggie

The Augusta GreenJackets' mascot.

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What they’re saying

“Opening day is always an exciting time for our team and our fans. We're thrilled to be back on the field and look forward to another great season at SRP Park.”

— Briton Williams, North Augusta Mayor

What’s next

The GreenJackets will continue their home stand at SRP Park, hosting the Woodpeckers for a four-game series through April 17.

The takeaway

The Augusta GreenJackets' opening day celebration at SRP Park showcased the community's passion for minor league baseball and the team's commitment to providing an entertaining gameday experience for fans of all ages.