Coppermine, Maryland’s premier destination for youth sports and active lifestyles, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with The Baltimore Sun, the state’s most influential media organization. This strategic collaboration aims to amplify community engagement,provide unparalleled media coverage of Coppermine events, and inspire the next generation of journalists
Through this partnership, The Baltimore Sun will serve as the official News and Media Photographer for Coppermine events. This initiative will feature exclusive coverage, including the integration of The Sun’s RSS feed on select Coppermine web pages, a dedicated landing page on The Sun’s website highlighting Coppermine activities, and targeted email campaigns showcasing key events covered by The Sun’s Editorial team. Additionally, Coppermine locations will prominently display year-round signage featuring The Baltimore Sun, reinforcing the partnership’s community presence.
A major highlight of this collaboration is the “Inspire a Future Reporter”promotion, designed to nurture budding journalists by providing them with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Contest winners will receive a VIP tour of The Baltimore Sun headquarters and the chance to report alongside professional journalists at a Coppermine event.“Coppermine is thrilled to join forces with The Baltimore Sun in this innovative partnership,” said Alex Jacobs, Managing Partner at Coppermine. “The Baltimore Sun is iconic and a staple of the Maryland Community.We look forward to collaborating with the Sun to engage our young community members storytelling,highlighting the best of what Coppermine has to offer.”
The collaboration will also include premierengagementat Coppermine’s marquee events, such as the Canton Cup, Eggstravaganza, and Cascade Lights, ensuring extensive visibility for The Sun while enhancing the experience for athletes, families, and fans.
“At The Baltimore Sun, we are committed to connecting with the Maryland community in meaningful ways,” said Arielle Insel, Director of Marketing at The Baltimore Sun. “Through our partnership with Coppermine, we’re able to further champion youth sports while also inspiring the next generation to explore journalism in an exciting, hands-on way.”
This partnership was facilitated with the support of BASE Sports Group, a leading sponsorship agency dedicated to advancing opportunities within youth and community sports.
About The Baltimore Sun
Founded in 1837, The Baltimore Sun is Maryland’s largest daily newspaper, known for its award-winning journalism and deep-rooted commitment to reporting stories that matter. Owned by JTF Publications,LLC, The Sun continues to inform and engage the local community through impactful storytelling and investigative reporting. Learn more at http://www.baltimoresun.com.
About Coppermine
Coppermine is Maryland’s largest and most prestigious destination for youth sports, fitness, and active-lifestyle programming. With 18 state-of-the-art facilities and a reach of 2.4 million consumers,Coppermine provides year-round opportunities for individuals and families to engage in sports,recreation, and wellness. Serving as a hub for elite clubs, leagues, tournaments, camps, and training programs, Coppermine is dedicated to fostering a culture of health, development, and community connection. With a team of over 400 professionals, Coppermine remains committed to inspiringexcellence and enriching lives through sport and fitness. Learn more atwww.gocoppermine.com/
About BASESports
GroupBASE Sports Group is a tech-enabled, data-driven sponsorship agency specializing in youth andcommunity sports. BASE has secured partnerships with brands like: Papa John’s, PRIME Hydration, US Army, DUDE Wipes, College Ave Student Loans, Floyd’s Barbershop, Hard Rock Cafe, and many more.These brands have trusted BASE to engage the families of youth athletes across 20+ sports and in more than 40 states-a total network of more than 30 million consumers.Learn more at http://www.basesportsgroup.com.

