The Sydney Blue Sox have already begun their 2012-13 season in the ABL brought to you by "Be the Influence: Tackling Binge Drinking" and are travelling back from Canberra with a 2-1 series victory over the Cavalry.

Before the home opener next week the Blue Sox are hosting Team New Zealand in a 2 game exhibition series on Sunday the 4th of November at 4pm and Monday the 5th at 7:30pm.

Team New Zealand are headed for their 2013 World Baseball Classic qualifier in Taipei City, Taiwan on November 15 and are looking be put through their paces by a formidable Blue Sox line up. The New Zealand roster will feature the Blue Sox own Boss and Moko Moanaroa as well as former outfielder Tim Auty.

This is also the first chance to purchase new Blue Sox Apparel, like the new Russell Athletic Hoody for just $55 or the 2-Button Youth BP jersey for only $50! These products are not available anywhere else and stocks are limited so make sure you don't miss out!

All Bronze, Sliver and Gold level members get a free ticket to both games of the New Zealand series. Memberships are still available both online and at the stadium. Single game tickets are available at SydneyBlueSox.com.au/tickets, by calling (02) 8002 1423 or can be bought at the Blue Sox Box office in front of Blue Sox Stadium @ Blacktown International Sportspark.