Force to Host Stratford Brakettes

Published on June 30, 2009 under National Pro Fastpitch (NPF)
Philadelphia Force News Release


The Series It will be a short week for the Force as they face off against their first non-NPF team of the season in the Stratford Brakettes. The Brakettes will be another tough challenge for the Force as they continue to work their way up the league standings.

What Just Happened In another bust week for Philly, the Force traveled to Akron, Ohio to face the Racers in a five game series. Every single game was close between the two competitive teams. The Force picked up a huge 8-4 win last Saturday, in game one of a doubleheader.

Team Leaders Amongst the Force's top offensive leaders is DeAnn Justice, who has lead her team since the start of the 2009 campaign. To date the slugger has a .289 average which includes 11 hits, three runs scored, a team high nine RBI's, three doubles, and two home runs.

Also helping out the plate this season is Emily Friedman. Friedman has been the Force's go to player on countless occasions this season. With a .275 average she has totaled 11 hits, four runs, and five RBI's, and also has one double to her name as well.

In the circle a slew of Force pitchers have guided the team's defense this season. Jessica Sallinger has seen the most time this season having thrown over 25 innings so far. With a record of 1-2, Sallinger has fanned a total 16 batters, which leads the team. Her ERA of 3.35 is amongst the leagues best and continues to drop every time she steps into the game.

A Look Ahead Following this short stint against the Brakettes, the Force will welcome the Racers to ECTB Stadium starting next Tuesday. The Force will be looking for some pay-back as they look to get on a path that will lead them straight to the post season.

Upcoming Promotions

July 02 (Thursday 7:35) "Red, White and You"; Fan Appreciation Night (all Tickets $10.00-Open Seating), USGA Women's Open Tickets(2) for in-game Giveaway, " Coca Cola Picnic Place": Special pre-game $10.00 per person BBQ Picnic Special served from 5:15 till 7:15 open seating, Dollar Dog Night: which include Doggie Dress-up-Over 20 condiments original or not so original toppings in the New BUD CAFE on the 1st Base Side

July 03 (Friday 7:35) "Red, White and You"; Fan Appreciation Night (all Tickets $10.00-Open Seating), USGA Women's Open Tickets(2) for in-game Give away (2)

July 07 (Tuesday 7:35) "Coca-Cola Night Opener" USGA Women's Open Tickets for Philadelphia Force in-game Give away (2)

July 08 (Wednesday 7:35) "Limit the Sun, Not the Fun" Sponsored by Longstreth Sporting Goods. They will be giving away UV Sol Bead Bracelets to the first 250 Fans as a Special Awareness Night for the SHADE Foundation, who are committed to fighting MELANOMA (skin cancer). The first 500 fans will receive Suntan Lotion. Special ambassadors from the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pa will help with the giveaways A.pre-game Parade of Softball Teams; USGA Women's Open Tickets(2) for in-game Giveaways.

Camps

Hitting Clinic :: Date: Tuesday July 21, 2009 Time: 10:00 AM July 21: HItting Clinic - Come Join the Philadelphia Force and their staff for an exciting Hitting Clinic. Time: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: ECTB Stadium at Bicentennial Park (Force's Home Stadium) Cost: $65.00 per clinic. All athletes receive a ticket to a Force Game of their choice. Please contact the Force at 215-875-2800 before May 4th and 610-841-SOFT after May 4th or info@philadelphiaforce.com.

All Skills Clinic :: Date: Tuesday August 11, 2009 Time: 10:00 AM August 11: All Skills Clinic - Come Join the Philadelphia Force and their staff for an exciting All Skills Clinic. Time:10 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: ECTB Stadium at Bicentennial Park (Force's Home Stadium) Cost: $65.00 per clinic. All athletes receive a ticket to a Force Game of their choice. Please contact the Force at 215-875-2800 before May 4th and 610-841-SOFT after May 4th or info@philadelphiaforce.com.info@philadelphiaforce.com

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