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The Slammers are a professional minor league baseball team that play in downtown Joliet, Illinois just 40 minutes southwest of Chicago. They are the only professional sports team in Will County, which is the fastest growing collar county in the suburban Chicago area. In addition to great baseball, the Slammers pride themselves on providing affordable, family fun. Quick Facts: Stadium opened in 2002 and has since drawn 2.5 million fans The 2017 season is the Slammers 7th season in the Frontier League - a 12 team league spanning 7 states, primarily in the Midwest Located across from two metra stations and one Amtrak station Host of the 2017 Frontier League All-Star game Named 2016 Frontier League East Division Champions Slammers Manager named 2016 Frontier League All-Star East Division Manager Six Slammers recognized as 2016 Frontier League All-Stars Three Slammers earned 2016 Frontier League Post Season awards (included Manager of the Year, Pitcher of the Year, and Athletic Trainer of the Year) Awarded the 2015 Commissioner s Award of Excellence for increased attendance and business development Won 2011 Logo of the Year presented by Ballpark Digest Named 2011 Frontier League Champions 1
The Slammers stadium has become a multi-use venue with a full calendar of events each year. From baseball at all levels, to concerts, 5K walks and runs, beer festivals and more there is always something going on that appeals to all demographics. Events Include: University of Saint Francis Fighting Saints games Youth baseball skills camps Illinois high school state baseball finals (recently won bid to host through 2021) Slammers 15U baseball tournament Youth soccer tournament Easter candy run Family movie nights Hopstring Fest-Craft beer and music fest Halloween trick-or-treating at the stadium Annual Battle of the Sexes: Chicago Bandits vs Slammers in a fast pitch softball game Guns N Hoses charity softball game Celebrity appearances Slammers games Post-game concerts Cubs/Blackhawks viewing parties Multi chamber networking events Chicago police dog training 5K walks/runs & MORE!! 2
The Slammers have woven themselves into the social fabric of Joliet and all of Will County by reaching fans far beyond the confines of the ballpark. The organization is committed to providing a positive influence through community efforts and charitable work on and off the field. Community Initiatives Include: Spikes Super Students Reading program: An education incentive program in 150+ area schools, libraries, daycares etc Slammers Kids Club: 1,000+ members receive Slammers perks for joining the Kids Club Fundraising with the Slammers: The Slammers offer non profits the opportunity to raise funds through selling game tickets Chamber involvement: The Slammers are active in 10+ area chambers through parades, expos, & networking events Community nights: Communities can make a night their own at the Slammers game 3
The Slammers have woven themselves into the social fabric of Joliet and all of Will County by reaching fans far beyond the confines of the ballpark! The organization is committed to providing a positive influence through community efforts and charitable work on and off the field. Community Initiatives Include: Spikes Super Students Reading program: education incentive program in 150+ area schools, libraries, daycares etc Slammers Kids Club: 1,000+ members receive Slammers perks for joining Fundraising with the Slammers: The Slammers helped raise X in 2016 working with area non profits Chamber involvement: The Slammers are active in 10+ area chambers through parades, expos, & networking events Community nights: Help raise funds for organizations in your community, and recognize individuals and business 1
The Slammers have woven themselves into the social fabric of Joliet and all of Will County by reaching fans far beyond the confines of the ballpark! The organization is committed to providing a positive influence through community efforts and charitable work on and off the field. Community Initiatives Include: Spikes Super Students Reading program: education incentive program in 150+ area schools, libraries, daycares etc Slammers Kids Club: 1,000+ members receive Slammers perks for joining Fundraising with the Slammers: The Slammers helped raise X in 2016 working with area non profits Chamber involvement: The Slammers are active in 10+ area chambers through parades, expos, & networking events Community nights: Help raise funds for organizations in your community, and recognize individuals and business 1 *Newly Launched mobile app in 2016 1
The Joliet Slammers offer unique partnership opportunities to assist your efforts in: BUILDING YOUR BRAND DRIVING MORE BUSINESS ACTIVATING YOUR SERVICES ADVANCING RELATIONSHIPS Our aim is to be a value-added partner to help our sponsors grow their businesses. We take a strategic approach to marketing that utilizes multiple layers of advertising and promotion, all under the Joliet Slammers brand. We offer multiple marketing platforms with elements that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of each of our partners. 6
Build your brand through ballpark signage! Nothing states your business like a 6 tall by 20 wide billboard in the direct line of sight during on-field play. Visible to more than 125,000+ visitors to the stadium annually, signage is a great way to maintain a constant presence in the ballpark. Signage opportunities include: In-stadium: 3 tall x 5 wide concourse billboard... 3 tall x 5 wide game lineup board. 3 tall x 9 wide cup holders. Restroom stall signage. 3 tall x 10 wide Illuminated sign. 6 tall x 20 wide outfield billboard On-deck circles.. 6 tall x 16 wide Scoreboard. 7 tall x 70 wide hitter s eye. 15 diamond speed pitch sign.. Dugout tops (both). Seat section tarp (3-yr deal). Outside stadium: Window sticker.. South gate branding. West gate branding.. Main Gate branding.. 7
Go interactive with our 900 sq. ft. video board! The Slammers interactive big screen is a go-to for aggressive marketing initiatives. Feature a :30 commercial, sponsor a homerun, lineup spot or even the fan dance cam whatever it is, you are guaranteed a captivated audience! Video Board opportunities include: Sponsored Game Action: Walk, single double..... Stolen Base... Call to the bullpen Victory partner.. Starting line-ups Line up spot, 1-9.. Foul Ball.. Strikeout. Home Run or Grand Slam.. Commercials: Pre-game commercial 30 seconds. In-game commercial 30 seconds In-game commercial 60 seconds Graphic and PSA read in-game.. Interactive: Fan Cam/Kiss Cam/Dance Cam, etc.. 8
Integrate your brand right into the game! Take your marketing efforts to the next level by integrating your brand right into Slammers games. Sponsor a between inning promotion like Sumo wrestling, mascot races, trivia games and more all to build your brand and make our fans, yours. Promotional opportunities include: Sponsored in-game promotions: Mascot Race........ Trivia on the big board On field contests. Player, coach interviews. t-shirt toss... Dance-offs... Finish the lyrics. *Between inning promotions and below giveaways are customizable to fit your business. These are only some ideas. Table on the concourse Giveaways.. Custom jersey. Custom bobblehead. Lunch box... Rally Towel.. Water bottle Foam Finger. 9
The Slammers offer traditional print marketing tools to build your brand. Create meaningful impressions and track your success. Whether it s logo placement on pocket schedules, an ad in the game-day program or a coupon featured on the back of tickets, print advertising can be a great addition to your marketing mix. Print opportunities include: Full page game day program ad.... Half page game day program ad 1/4 page game day program ad. Back page of game day program Inside cover page of game day program *25,000 distributed Panel ad on pocket schedule. * 100,000 distributed Ticket back... *every other ticket back (62,500 prints) Will Call Envelopes Team Photo... Magnet Schedule. Team Trading Cards.. Exit Coupon 10
Your brand at the fingertips of our fans. Join us in the digital age! Logo or ad placement on our website, social media mentions over Facebook or Twitter, or even special promotions sent out to our 9,500+ e-blast subscribers are all ways to utilize the Slammers reach. Digital opportunities include: E-Newsletter mention....... Main page news story on website Logo placement on website with link.. E-Newsletter presenting partner.. Social media contest.. Slammervision presenting partner.. Ex. Tweet your seats, photo caption contest, selfie fan cam, etc. 11
Season tickets, client or employee outings build camaraderie among your team! Take advantage of our all-inclusive, exclusive group settings ideal for groups 20-200+! Group opportunities include: Left field rooftop Luxury suite Ballpark picnic Or NEW FOR 2017, become one of our Community Partners: - TWO 2017 season tickets (includes All-Star Game and Home Run Derby) - Can be used for client relations, customer appreciation, donations, personal use & MORE! - Bounce Back offer for your business offer Slammers fans special perks. Your offer will be listed on the Slammers website with logo and link, AND in our program - customized seat sticker at the ballpark - window sticker for your business as a proud supporter of the Slammers - PLUS all the perks of our season ticket plans (exclusive bus trip, 20% off in team store, etc) 12
I Wednesday, September 14, 2016 JOLIET, IL- The Joliet Slammers presented by ATI Physical Therapy announced Friday they will host the 2017 Frontier League All-Star game July 12 at Silver Cross Field. The announcement comes just days after the Slammers earned the title of Frontier League East Division Champions. "We are extremely excited to have been selected to host the 2017 Frontier League All-Star Game, said Joliet Slammers President and CEO Nick Semaca. It is a great tribute to our fans, the City of Joliet, and all of Will County and we are looking for a great week of celebration for the game next July. Monday, July 10 will mark the beginning of the All-Star festivities with a welcome reception for Frontier League All-Stars and staff that evening. The Bill Lee Golf Outing will be held Tuesday, July 11 for staff and players, followed by the Home Run Derby set for 7 p.m. The All-Star Game will take place on Wednesday, July 12 at 7 p.m. following a luncheon where Frontier League Hall of Fame inductees will be announced. A special guest speaker will be announced in the coming months. The luncheon is open to players, staff and the public. Individual tickets for both the Home Run Derby and All-Star game will go on sale at a later date. Group pricing is available and little league teams will have the opportunity to shag balls during the Home Run Derby if purchasing group tickets for that day. It will be the first time since 2004 that Joliet has hosted an All-Star game. It is likely to be the only event of its kind for several more years. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the All-Star game activities. Interested partners can contact Porscha Johnson at (815) 651-2037 or email at pjohnson@jolietslammers.com for more information. Fans can stay tuned to jolietslammers.com for updates regarding the event throughout the off-season. 13