Executive Director of the Durham Sports Commission Marcus Manning discusses the major impact the Carolina Blaze made in Durham during thier inaugural season

The Carolina Blaze’s inaugural season made a major impact on Durham, both on and off the field. The Blaze hosted 13 home games during their first season. Marcus Manning, the Executive Director of the Durham Sports Commission, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the economic impact of the Blaze and Athletes Unlimited Softball League.

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