
Force vs. Chicago Bandits Game Notes
June 15, 2009 - National Pro Fastpitch (NPF)
Philadelphia Force News Release
The Series
This week's series against the Bandits will be the final time these two teams will meet in the regular season. In the season opener, the Force traveled to Elgin, Illinois to face the Bandits at the JU Sports Complex. Chicago defeated Philadelphia four games to one, with the Force's lone victory coming on Friday in eight innings of play.
Chicago initially started the series off with a 5-1 decision over Philly. They then added a 4-0 victory in game two of the series. Following the 5-4 win by the Force on Friday, the Bandits managed to sneak by with a 2-1 win in game four. To close out the series, Chicago handed Philadelphia a 9-4 loss.
Team Leaders
At the plate DeAnn Justice leads the Force with a .357 batting average. The 2005 University of Mississippi graduate appeared in all five games last week, and totaled five hits, two runs, a team and league high six RBI's, one double and two home runs (tied for 1st in the NPF) in 14 at-bats. She also got on base a team high 12 teams, and has a .857 slugging percentage.
Four other players are currently hitting .200 or better after first series with Chicago. Danielle Kinley and Audrey LaFountain are each hitting .250, while Auriel Jenkins and Jami Lobpries are at the .200 mark.
In the circle, newcomer Kristin Erb leads the team with a 1.00 ERA. In her two appearances, one of which was a start, Erb surrendered two runs on seven hits and struck out six. Behind her is Jessica Sallinger, who picked up the win on Friday. With a 4.67 ERA, Sallinger has a 1-1 record and has allowed six runs on nine hits in nine innings pitched. She also has eight strikeouts on the season, which ranks her first on the team and fifth in the NPF.
A Look Ahead
Following this week's series against the Bandits, the Force will pack their bags once again and travel to Ohio, to face the Akron Racers. Last week the Racers faced the Rockford Thunder in their season opener.
Upcoming Promotions
June 16
- Coca Cola Opening Night with the launching of the "Coca Cola Picnic Place
- "The Best of Philly" $5.00 Picnic Boxes (includes Philly Ballpark franks, Herrs potato chips, Tastykakes, and Cokes: available in the the Picnic Place from 5:15 till 7:15pm
- Tyler Greene to throw out 1st pitch
- USGA Women's Open Tickets(2) and Coke giveaways
June 17
- Sara Thompson to throw out first pitch
- National Little League Night
- "Dakota Remembrance Night"- Family members will throw out first pitches
- Pre-game Parade of Softball Teams, USGA Women's Open Tickets (2) for in-game giveaways
June 18
- Pregame NPF Battle of the Bats Competition
- "Gift it to the Girls" Community Commitment Program (Club VIP party);
- The Brew and Bill Show broadcasting Live from the Stadium;
- USGA,Women's Open Tickets (2) for in-game Giveaways. Plus Dollar Dog Night
June 19
- "Majestic Night"- T-shirt giveaways;
- Jennifer K. Bergstresser, Publisher /Executive Editor of Lehigh Valley Magazine/Premier Bride of Lehigh, (Local Treasure and First Pitch);
- USGA Women's Open Tickets(2) for in-game Give away (2)
June 20
- Game will be played at ASA States in York, Pa.
- Go to http://www.paasa.org for more information
Camps
Pitching and Catching Clinic ::
Date: Tuesday June 23, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
June 23rd Pitching and Catching Clinic - Come Join the Philadelphia Force and their staff for an exciting Pitching and Catching 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 June 30, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM
June 30th 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
Tickets
Season
Force Fans, here is your chance to purchase tickets for our new season! We offer different packages that will fit any budget. Our packages range from season tickets to single game tickets. We also offer five and 10 Game packages. All new season ticket holders in 2009 will receive free parking throughout the season ($75 value). To purchase tickets, call 215-875-2800 or visit philadelphiaforce.ticketleap.com.
- Ten Game Plan Pricing:
VIP $110
General Admission: $80
- Five Game Plan Pricing:
VIP $60
General Admission $45
- Different seating options:
o Club VIP: receive wait
§ Club VIP Pricing:
Season Tickets $310
Single Game Tickets $14
o Lower Level VIP: Right behind home plate
§ Lower Level VIP Pricing:
Season Tickets $290
Single Game Tickets $13
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