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1 Partnership Guide Class-A Affiliate of the

2 Facts & Figures The Tradition Professional baseball has roots in Williamsport dating back to the late 1800 s. The team plays in the 2nd oldest Minor League stadium operating in the U.S, BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field, built in Many of its most inspiring & magical moments have come within the last 23 years with a renaissance in both the dugout and the grandstand After 2 seasons without pro ball, minor league baseball returns with the new Williamsport Cubs The team announces a name change to the Crosscutters and a new affiliation with the Pittsburgh Pirates Historic Bowman Field undergoes a $1.5 million renovation and is officially recognized with a state historical marker The Cutters capture the NYPL Championship. 8 players from the squad eventually appear in MLB Williamsport crowned NYPL Champs for the 2nd time in 3 years The team announces their new affiliation with the Philadelphia Phillies The Cutters debut a new logo, mascot and scoreboard Popular former Phillie, Mickey Morandini manages the Cutters for the 2011 season Jiandido Tromp sets a new Crosscutters record for home runs in a season A new era of Cutters baseball begins with the purchase of the team by Cutting Edge Baseball, LLC. Led by former World Series MVP Pat Borders, the Cutters capture their first Pinckney Division crown since 2001 and first post-season appearance since The Players Over 560 players who have worn a Williamsport uniform have gone on to appear in the Major Leagues. Williamsport alumni include; Hall of Famers Jim Bunning, Bill Mazeroski, Jim Rice & Nolan Ryan and over 15 current Major Leaguers including Jose Bautista, Maikel Franco & Andrew McCutchen. WILLIAMSPORT CROSSCUTTERS SNAPSHOT Year Established: 1994 (as Williamsport Cubs) Affiliation: Short-Season Class A Affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies Location: 1700 West Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA Ballpark: BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field League: New York-Penn League Schedule: 76 games / 38 home Season Length: June-September Average Attendance: Approx. 2,000 fans/game The Experience The Cutters are the ONLY professional sports team in the Susquehanna Valley and appeal to fans of all ages fun, affordable, family entertainment!

3 Here s The Pitch As a promotional partner with the Crosscutters, you will receive effective in-stadium exposure from an average captive audience of almost 2,000 fans per game. The Cutters have the critical elements that make sponsorship at BB&T Ballpark a powerful and unequaled brand and business builder. Your company name, logo, product and services can be showcased in places where your competition does not exist, a place that people associate with entertainment and fun. You will get countless impressions that impact critical areas beyond the bottom line. Whether your marketing objective is branding, image building, driving traffic, or community support, Crosscutters Baseball has the resources to accomplish your goals. The Cutters strive to help each partner maximize exposure to our captive audience through a blend of marketing elements. We offer a multitude of media such as print, billboard, radio, and more while being the prime source for innovative promotional events in the Susquehanna Valley. These sponsorship opportunities, when done in combination, lead to the most effective way to reach your current and prospective customers. Key Demographics Professional Sports Attendance (sources: MiLB & ESPN.com) Minor League Baseball (2015)... 42,561,445 NBA ( )... 21,926,548 NHL ( )... 21,528,192 NFL (2014)... 17,360,000 (approx.) 50% of Minor League Baseball fans have a household income of $75,000 or more 77% of adult Minor League Baseball fans are homeowners Almost 51% of fans have children under the age of 17 living at home, 32% have two or more children under the age of 17 living at home Scoreboard The most dominant and striking form of advertising at BB&T Ballpark. A presence on the scoreboard lets the Susquehanna Valley know you are serious about being a community leader. In addition to Cutters games, signage also gains exposure from all non-baseball events and high school baseball playoff games. Average Cost to Attend a Game for a Family of Four* Minor League Baseball (2014)...$62.52 Major League Baseball (2014)...$ NHL ( )...$ NBA ( )...$ NFL (2014)...$ *Prices based on 2 adult tickets (avg. price), 2 children s tickets (avg. price), 4 small soft drinks, 2 small beers, 4 hot dogs, 2 programs and parking (sources: Team Marketing Report, MiLB) Inventory Includes: 9 x 9 Backlit Signage 9 x 2 ½ Backlit Signage 15 & 30 Sec. Commercials Naming Rights For the ultimate in presence, branding and image building, your company can take advantage of naming rights opportunities at BB&T Ballpark. Provide your company with the ultimate in branding by choosing a high-profile piece of inventory, where fans will associate your company name and logo with each experience Naming Rights Packages Include: Naming Rights to area of ballpark Prominent Signage in selected area Marketing Opportunities for products/services. Available Naming Areas Include: Fan Center Family Section Party Areas Picnic Area KidZone Will Call Window Box Office Foul Poles Program Stands Autograph Booth

4 Stadium Signage / Outfield Billboards Signage opportunities have been strategically located in BB&T Ballpark to maximize sponsor exposure. Increase your company s top-of-mind awareness. Stadium billboards are always in high demand and provide value and prestige for your business. Companies may also find their advertisement on TV highlights and in local newspaper coverage. Your full-color sign will be digitally produced to meet your exact specs. The investment price includes the cost of sign production. Do the math: 38 games + over 2,000 fans + over 3 hours of exposure = IMPRESSIONS AT A FRACTION OF A CENT! Give your brand maximum exposure! Inventory Includes: Outfield Billboards Concourse Signage Ramp Signage Many other types of signage available At Bat Sponsorships An At-Bat sponsorship allows your logo to appear on the Crosscutters scoreboard along with each batters picture & stats for a half-inning during every Cutters home game. Sponsor logos remain on the scoreboard during the entire half-inning and your designated inning rotates each night.

5 Publications/Print Advertising (All ad costs include basic layout & creative production) Souvenir Program Whether a souvenir keepsake or a source of updated information on the Cutters, fans purchase and read the yearly Souvenir Program from cover to cover. The publication contains numerous contest entries, lucky numbers and insightful articles on the Willliamsport Crosscutters and Minor League Baseball. Your advertisement, appearing for all 38 home games, provides an effective marketing vehicle for your business as well as company recognition as an involved community supporter. Game Day Insert Inserted in each and every Souvenir Program, this 4-page, freestanding insert contains up-to-date rosters and stats for both teams. The Game Day Insert allows for multiple exposures while fans check the latest stats of the players while they bat or pitch. Your advertisement, appears for all 38 home games. Player Profile Inserted in each and every Souvenir Program, this glossy 8-page, free-standing insert contains photos and biographical information for all Cutters players and coaches. The Player Profile allows for multiple exposures while fans check the backgrounds and photos of their favorite players. Your advertisement, appears for all 38 home games. Pocket Schedule The Crosscutters distribute over 75,000 Pocket Schedules between May and September. Pocket Schedules are distributed to businesses, fans, and media all across the Susquehanna Valley and beyond. One of the most popular out-of-stadium forms of sponsorship and features a long shelf life as fans keep it all season long. Schedule s Pocket 2015 Cutter outside.pdf 1 4/7/15 8:28 PM Purveyors of Fine 1983 Machinery Since $20 OFF ASE OF YOUR PURCH $100 OR MORE! $20 CODE: 15PAWCC Other print inventory includes: COUPON TOOL SHOWROOM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC M 8:30AM 6:00P MON SAT AYS CLOSED SUND FOLLOW US ON: Ticket Backs Bonus Books Schedule Cards and more! COUPON ANY OTHER OFFER. TO BE COMBINED WITH COUPON APPLIES COUPON CANNOT AT TIME OF PURCHASE. PHONE OR INTERNET MUST BE PRESENTED ONLY. NOT VALID ON TENT IN-STORE PURCHASES GIFT CERTIFICATES. NOT VALID ON OF ORDERS OR PURCHASE EXPIRES ON DECEMBER 31, SALE DAY. OFFER Radio All Cutters games can be heard on our flagship station ESPN Radio Williamsport 1600AM (1050AM, 1600AM & FM). Placing an ad on our network provides extensive reach and brings your message to listeners every day during the summer months. In addition, all broadcasts can be heard by fans locally, regionally and worldwide through live streaming audio on Crosscutters.com & MinorLeagueBaseball.com. Internet Crosscutters.com, our official team website provides a winning combination for our fans and sponsors. Over 150,000 fans visit the website each year. Your ad includes a link to your website Inventory Includes Homepage Ads Page Sponsorships Drop-Down and Menu Ads and More!

6 CONTACT Phone Fax Game/Event Sponsorships Game sponsorships with the Williamsport Crosscutters provide your company with a platform to obtain maximum exposure in a unique and creative way-a literal three-hour commercial. We can custom-fit an event to match your company s marketing objectives through giveaway items, entertaining acts, themes and special events. A game sponsorship assures that no one leaves the ballpark without knowing what your business is about! As the Featured Game Sponsor, your company will receive: Pre-game day marketing exposure to thousands of fans inside & outside the ballpark through signage, radio, print and internet/social media Opportunity to display signage throughout the ballpark on game day Scoreboard recognition and live PA announcements throughout the game to highlight your business Opportunity to showcase your business through concourse display & exit sampling Opportunity for company representative to throw out a ceremonial first pitch Tickets to the game to entertain staff, customers and colleagues In-Game Promotions In-game promotions are an emotion-filled way to bring your sponsorship to life by engaging in fan interaction, excitement and brand recognition for your company! Whether it s Boomer s T-Shirt Blast, Sing for Your Supper or What s in the Box?. An interactive fan experience will have all eyes and ears focused on your company name and logo at every Cutters game! Season Ticket Plans 2015 Bonus Book GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ($84 Value) $ Box seat Bonus Book $ Box Seat Coupons ($90 Value) Group Tickets & Picnics Bring Your Group To Our Game! A Crosscutters baseball game at BB&T Ballpark is a great place for any company or group outing! We do all the work...all you have to do is enjoy the company of your group and the fun of Minor League Baseball. Entertain your customers, employees, family and friends at the ballpark! For more information, consult our Ticket and Group Guide. What better way to entertain clients or reward employees than to treat them to an evening of baseball! Baseball, though, is not all you will find at BB&T Ballpark. Giveaway items, promotions, contests and other exciting events can be enjoyed during every Cutters home game. Benefits Include: Your own personal seat to all Crosscutters regular season home games Special early entry at the VIP Gate to all games Special invitation to season-ticket holder only events Name listed in the Souvenir Program Never a wasted ticket! All unused tickets can be used for general admission to ANY home game