SL1 Jackson Generals

Attendance up 18% at Pringles Park this Season

Published on June 26, 2012 under Southern League (SL1)
Jackson Generals News Release


JACKSON, TENN. (JUNE 26, 2012) - The Jackson Generals announced today that turnstile attendance at Pringles Park is up by 18% over this point last season.

"To date, we've had a remarkable year," said General Manager Jason Compton. "We're deeply appreciative of the many folks in West Tennessee that have come out to the ballpark so far this summer."

Several factors appear to be combining to create the uptick in attendance.

"Our roster has included 5 to 10 future major leaguers and was probably the best club in all of minor league baseball during the first half. We've worked seamlessly with City leadership to make improvements to the facility, both in the aesthetics and the concessions traffic flow, so fans are much prouder of their stadium. Finally, we've worked very hard to improve the in-game atmosphere and entertainment, especially on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays," replied Compton.

Whatever the reason, the Generals are shattering records this season. While the team won the Southern League's First Half pennant race by seven games, paid attendance is up 10% over last year, turnstile attendance is up 18%, and revenues are up 13%, according to Compton.

The turnstile and revenue figures are the club's highest in five years.

"We have a chance to do something real special this season," said Compton. "A Southern League Championship and finishing higher in the League Attendance Standings than we have in a decade are all real possibilities. We just need the same support in the final 30 games of the season as we have enjoyed during the first 40."

The Generals are back home at Pringles Park on Sunday, July 1st as they start a brief 3-game home-stand versus the Montgomery Biscuits at 6:05pm. Tickets for Generals home games can be purchased at the Generals Box Office at Pringles Park, online at www.jacksongeneralsbaseball.com or by calling 731.988.5299.

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