2013 Partnership Opportunities

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1 2013 Partnership Opportunities

2 League - IWPSA (1976), WPSL (1997), NPF (2002) Season - 3 months (June, July, August), 50 games Televised Games - ESPN, EPSN2, ESPN3.com Draft - Spring draft held to sign college players Teams - Chicago Bandits, Akron Racers, NY/NJ Comets, USSSA Florida Pride Potential Expansion Sites for Canada, Texas, Georgia, New York/New Jersey Championships - Best of 3 series Sulphur, LA ( ) Rosemont, IL ( )

3 Chicago Bandits, LLC 2012 Season Review NPF Championship Finals All-NPF Team - Megan Wiggins, Amber Patton, Monica Abbott Pitcher of the Year - Monica Abbott Home Run Champion - Megan Wiggins Co-Stolen Base Champion - Amber Patton Co-Defensive Player of the Year - Amber Patton Attendance - 967/game 15% increase in non-season tickets from % increase in season ticket from 2010 Extra Information 5-time Regular Season Champions Previously played in Elgin, IL ( 08-10) and Lisle, IL ( 05-07) Currently play at The Ballpark at Rosemont (27 Jennie Finch Way, Rosemont, IL) Jennie Finch (Olympic medalist) played for the Bandits ( 05-10)

4 Ownership Bill Sokolis Sole owner present, Co-owner Founder and co-owner of Kole Construction Carpentry and interior finish contracting Developed Lemont Rockers Elite youth softball program I believe Chicago to be an awesome sports town with great fan. The Chicago Bandits consist of some of the finest women fastpitch players in the world. Combine that with the world s best fans; a great home stadium; that spells success and a great day at the ball park. Thank you Chicago and enjoy. - Bill Sokolis

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6 Chicago Bandits History July 9, 2010 Jennie Finch pitches a perfect game against the Akron Racers at Silver Cross Field in Joliet, Ill in a home away from home game. August 22, 2010 Chicago Bandits clinch championship in six seasons of existance. August 29, 2010 Despite a valiant effort, Chicago Bandits are defeated in game three of the 2010 NPF Championship Series, giving the USSSA Florida history. Stacy May and Jennie Finch of- retirement. history Bandits announce the creation of the fastpitch tournament will feature teams from across the country will have the opportunity to compete on the Rosemont Stadium January 5, 2011 Shortstop Tammy Williams re-signs with the Bandits for the 2011 season after spending a year in Japan playing for Team USA January 19, 2011 OF Rachel Mitchell May 28, 2011 Bandits announce the signing of UT Alexis Jager (WMU), IF Amanda Williams (Marshall), and IF Danielle Zymkowitz (Illinois) following open tryouts. May 30, 2011 Bandits veteran Emily Friedman announces her retirement from June 24, 2011 for most strikeouts in a seven inning game, in a 10-0 win over the Akron Racers. June 30, 2011 a special visit to Rosemont Stadium prior to the Bandits The Bandits went on to a 4-0 victory. July 3, 2011 Just a few days after signing a contract with the Bandits, pitcher Donna Bourgeois makes her July 12, 2011 The NPF annouces that ESPN2 and ESPN3.com will carry coverage of the 2011 NPF Championship Series held in Sulphur, La Bandits trade pitcher Kristina Thorson to the Akron Racers in exchange for pitcher and two-time ESPY Taryne Mowatt. The Bandits location of their new stadium set to open for the 2011 season. Owner Bill Sokolis, catcher Rachel Folden and retired pitcher are all on hand for the ceremony where it is announced the Finch Way in honor of her illustrious career. Darrick Brown is hired as the new head coach for the 2011 season. In a press conference held in Rose- along with Taryne Mowatt. Caitlin Lever is also on hand to sign her contract for the 2011 season. March 18, 2011 The Bandits select 1B Dorian Shaw (Michigan), OF Megan Wiggins (Georgia), (Radford) in the 2011 NPF Draft. April 20, 2011 The NPF announces the launch of the Twenty for 20 campaign. This fundraising campaign is designed to raise league funding, which will who dream of playing in the NPF. June 4, 2011 open Rosemont Stadium with a 10-0 Lady Hearts. The Bandits wore special uniforms honoring the Chicago Colleens of the All American Girls stadium, the Bandits defeat the Will County On opening night at Rosemont runs scored in a 1-0 victory over the USSSA Pride. July 12, 2011 The four man team, King and His Court, make a stop at Rosemont Stadium on their entertaining game that was full of tricks and laughs. July 14, 2011 Bandits sign catcher Jenna Grim from Loyola University Chicago. July 31, 2011 Sox game at U.S. Cellular Field for all their accomplishments during the 2011 season. Fans also had the chance to meet Bandits players during the game. August 1, Two-time MVP Stacy May-Johnson an- August 18, 2011 honored as the Co-Pitcher of the Year with Cat Osterman as selected to the All-NPF Team. August 21, 2011 The Bandits capture their 2nd NPF Championship in three years after defeating the

7 Media Recognition Ownership Market Facility Approachability of Players Community Involvement On-Field Success All of these factors have made the Chicago Bandits the new talk of Chicagoland.

8 Bandit Nation 73% married 78% have children 57% 40 or above 75% college educated 52% household income of $75,000+ Bandit Nation - A group created by the fans for the fans and has received national recognition (ESPN2)

9 The Ballpark at Rosemont Events Tournaments Little League Games DePaul Practice Big East, Big 10, MAC, Horizon League, MWC Conference Tournaments Group Parties/Luncheons IHSA Championships Roosevelt University

10 Rosemont Enter Near MB Financial Park Seasonal Events Screams in the Park Ice Skating Farmers Market New Attractions Toby Keith s I Love This Bar Kings Lanes (Bowling Center) Park Tavern My Big Fat Greek Restaurant Adobe Gila s Zanie s comedy Club Hofbräuhaus

11 Current and Previous Partners Bandits sponsors range from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies. The draw for most companies is the Bandits positive image in the community and the large number of dedicated fans with expendable incomes.

12 2013 Sponsorship Packages Base Hit Package Bullpen Banner (7 x 3 ) Program Ad (Half Page) Website Banner Ad (Inside Pages) 25 Game Vouchers Package Price: $1,500

13 2013 Sponsorship Packages RBI Package Outfield Banner (8 x 7 ) Program Ad (Half Page) PA Announcement (1 Per Game) Website Banner Ad (Inside Pages) 25 Game Vouchers Package Price: $3,000

14 2013 Sponsorship Packages Home Run Package Outfield Banner (8 x 7 ) Program Ad (Full Page) Pocket Schedule Ad (1 Panel) PA Announcements (2 Per Game) Website Banner Ad (Home Page) Bandits Social Media Ad Options 50 Game Vouchers Package Price: $5,000

15 2013 Sponsorship Packages Grand Slam Package Gameday Presenting Sponsor & Promotional Night Giveaway Picnic Deck Extravaganza Outfield Banner (7 x 8 ) Scoreboard Ad Program Ad (Full Page) Pocket Schedule Ad (1 Panel) Website Banner (Home Page) Bandits Social Media Ad Options 50 Game Vouchers Package Price: $7,500

16 2013 Sponsorship A La Carte Season Presenting Sponsor Game Presenting Sponsor Stadium Buyout Nights Promotional Night (Giveaway) Poster Schedule Pocket Schedule Program Sponsor Trading Card Sponsor Bat Girl Bandits for a Day Post Game Photo Outfield Signage Bullpen Signage Backstop Signage Dugout Tops Foul Poles Scoreboard Ad The Bandit s Grand Slam Reading Program Sponsorship In-Game Action Sponsor i.e. pitching change, walk, stolen base, homerun, foul balls, strike outs, etc. Player of the Game Sponsor Play of the Game Sponsor Inning Sponsor Ticket Back Sponsor Kids Zone Naming Rights Concourse Name Rights Public Address Announcement Website i.e. home page, inside pages, partners pages Online Tickets Bonus Discount Books Bandits Educational Class/Tour Season Ticket Vouchers

17 Bandits Golf Classic

18 Promotional Add-Ons Season Tickets Promotional Night Giveaway Kids Run the Bases Player of the Game Play of the Game In-Game Promotion Golf Outing Team Appearance

19 2013 Sponsorship Packages Expand B2B and B2C Preseason Party, Business Appreciation Night, Pay It Forward Night, Business After Hours and other events allow you to reach out to other Bandits partners Fans Have Expendable Incomes 52% of Bandits fans have a household income over $75,000 Personable Account representatives are easily accessible Bandits experience is unlike any other Accessibility to players and fans Excitement, excitement, excitement Numerous Events at Stadium Allow for Higher Outreach Little League, college teams, tournaments, luncheons, charity events, etc. Beginning of Rosemont Entertainment District Over 3,500 jobs to be brought into Rosemont I-294 Balmoral off ramp to increase direct access to and from stadium Availability to Update/Modify Existing Accounts

20 Terms & Conditions This proposal is submitted to potential partners on a non-exclusive basis and the Chicago Bandits, LLC reserves the right and ability to present all inventory elements, rights and privileges to other potential partners. All inventory elements, right and privileges and conditions contained in this proposal are subject to availability at the time of final agreement and all prices are net to the Chicago Bandits, LLC.