MWL1 Quad Cities River Bandits

Bandits Invite Quad Citians to "Beat the Flood"

Published on April 23, 2013 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Quad Cities River Bandits News Release


DAVENPORT, Iowa (APRIL 23, 2013) - In recognition and support of the entire Quad Cities community during the challenging flood along the Mississippi River, the Quad Cities River Bandits will host "Beat the Flood Day", by opening Modern Woodmen Park Monday, April 29, for a free baseball game, when the River Bandits hosts the Great Lakes Loons at 11 a.m.

The flood protection at the ballpark will allow the River Bandits to keep their entire six-game home stand at Modern Woodmen Park, beginning Thursday, April 25, at 7 p.m. On Monday, when the team is scheduled for an 11 a.m. start, the River Bandits will open the doors of Modern Woodmen Park at 9:30 a.m., and admission is free for all in attendance.

"The Quad Cities community goes through so much to 'Beat the Flood' and the outstanding work by the City of Davenport is the reason the River Bandits can still play baseball at Modern Woodmen Park, so we want to show our appreciation by treating everyone to a free game," said team owner Dave Heller. "As an organization deeply committed to this community, the River Bandits' 'Beat the Flood Day' recognizes and rewards the people of the Quad Cities for their courageous efforts and their unsinkable spirit."

Modern Woodmen Park is flood-protected by walls put in place by the City of Davenport. Fans should check www.riverbandits.com for updates about accessing the ballpark. Parking is available in the Florian Keen parking lot north of the ballpark, which is accessible via Western Avenue.

"With the flood protection of Modern Woodmen Park, the Quad Cities community has ensured baseball will continue, and we are so grateful to be able to play," said River Bandits General Manager Harold Craw. "With 'Beat the Flood Day' on Monday, the River Bandits will share baseball for free with the community that has made it possible."

The River Bandits are scheduled for 7 p.m. home games Thursday, April 25, through Saturday, April 27, and Tuesday, April 30. Sunday's game has a 2 p.m. start time, and Monday's is at 11 a.m. Gates will open 90 minutes before first pitch each day. Further information is available by calling 563-324-3000 or at www.riverbandits.com.

UP NEXT: The River Bandits return to Modern Woodmen Park for a six-game home stand beginning Thursday, April 25, with Manti Te'o Night and a Thirst-Day with $2 drink specials presented by Rock 104-9, the Quad Cities' CW, and the River Cities' Reader. Single-game tickets are on sale at the River Bandits box office at Modern Woodmen Park, by phone at 563-324-3000 and online at www.riverbandits.com. Season ticket and mini-plan packages start at just seven games and begin at less than $50. Call a River Bandits account representative today to choose your seats and get the details of our various mini-plan packages.

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