Fun Facts

fun facts about hippos to brighten your day

Hippos Can't Swim! Despite living in water, hippos actually don't swim! They push off the bottom of rivers or lakes and gallop through the water, using their buoyancy to stay afloat.

Sunblock Secrets: Hippos produce a natural sunscreen! Their skin secretes a reddish, oily substance that helps protect them from the sun and keeps their skin moist.

Massive Mouths: A hippo's mouth can open up to an incredible 150 degrees, revealing their huge tusks and teeth. This impressive gape is both for show and defense.

Nighttime Nibblers: Hippos graze mostly at night, venturing out of the water to munch on grass. They can consume up to 80 pounds of vegetation in a single night!

Hippos might seem chill, but they've got some pretty wild quirks. What do you think—do you have a favorite hippo fact? 🦛

Fun facts about the Old North State League (ONSL) 

Founded in 2018: The league was established by Alec Allred, a professional baseball player, and his father, Reggie Allred. It started as a dream during a road trip and has grown into one of the largest summer collegiate leagues in the U.S..

Wood-Bat League: ONSL uses wood bats, which is a traditional choice for collegiate summer leagues, helping players prepare for professional baseball.

Teams Across North Carolina: The league features teams from all corners of the state, including the Lake Norman HarborHippos, Pineville Porcupines, and Hendersonville Honeycrisps.

Innovative Partnerships: In 2023, ONSL became the first Partner League of The Players League, aiming to unite college summer baseball leagues and prioritize player development.

Community Impact: The league emphasizes community engagement, with events like All-Star Games and Home Run Derbies that bring fans together.

Do you follow any of the other teams in the league? ⚾

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