The Steelers' home–opener was on Friday, April 16, 1948, at American Legion Stadium. The McClenaghan High School band performed and a first pitch was thrown out by Mayor James (Red) Maxwell in pre–game ceremonies. 2,591 were in attendance for the night game as the Steelers lost to Fayetteville Cubs 8–4. The Steelers defeated Fayetteville the next night 2–1, with 620 in attendance.
