IL1 Buffalo Bisons

Injured Niagara Co. Sheriff Deputy Allen Gerhardt to Throw First Pitch

Published on August 30, 2011 under International League (IL1)
Buffalo Bisons News Release


The Buffalo Bisons today announced that injured Niagara County Sheriff Deputy ALLEN GERHARDT will throw a ceremonial first pitch prior to the Bisons game against the Syracuse Chiefs on Wednesday, August 31 at Coca-Cola Field.

The game is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. with Gerhardt's first pitch occurring at approximately 6:50 p.m. Gerhardt will be escorted onto the field by the deputies who saved his life: SHAWN GRAPES and JOHN ANDRES.

Gerhardt, 36, lost both of his legs on July 18, 2011 when he lost control of his patrol car while assisting another officer on a high-speed chase. Grapes and Andres came to Gerhardt's aid and quickly applied tourniquets to his badly wounded legs to prevent a greater tragedy.

The Bisons will donate proceeds of ticket sold by the Niagara County Sheriff's Office ($10, purchase at 438-3370) to Gerhardt's recovery. The Sheriff's Office will also hold a 50/50 SPLIT CLUB and a Buffalo Sports Memorabilia RAFFLE during the Bisons game on Wednesday. Before the game, there will be an OPEN TENT PARTY with live music from Widow Maker starting at 5:00 p.m.

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