Trash Pandas clubhouse manager is the best in the league

So much happens behind the scenes for a professional baseball team, and one of those “behind the scenes guys” for the Rocket City Trash Pandas recently received recognition for his work from the Southern League.

Bubba Hearn, the clubhouse manager for the team, was named the Southern League’s Home Clubhouse Manager of the Year.

What Hearn means to the Trash Pandas

Hearn’s primarily responsibilities include the upkeep of the team’s clubhouse, playing equipment, on-field uniforms and on-field workout gear. As you can probably imagine, the position is a regimented role requiring long hours, resourcefulness and leadership.

“Bubba is elite at what he does, and elite with how he treats people. This combination is what makes him so effective as a clubhouse manager and as a leader. We’re all lucky to have him and could not be more happy for him.”

Andy Schatzley, Trash Pandas manager

Hearn appreciates his role

Hearn is a New Mexico native who just completed his 19th season in professional baseball and second with the Trash Pandas in 2023. And while his role involves a great deal of work and long hours, he says he is appreciative that he gets to work for an organization like the Trash Pandas.

“When you’re in a great place with an amazing front office and committed support staff, it’s easy to go to the yard every day excited and ready to do the job at the high level we expect. I must personally thank Andrew West (Visiting Clubhouse Manager), Luke Minor and Chris Hereford (Clubhouse Assistants). This is a team game to the final out and it’s a pleasure sharing ‘the basement’ with them. Also, the bat boys and girls…they committed to the job and learned the pre-game and in-game production.”

Bubba Hearn, Trash Pandas clubhouse manager

The Trash Pandas 2024 season begins April 5, but their first home game is April 9th at Toyota Field.

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