JackHammers Announce 2010 Caravan Tour
May 3, 2010 - Northern League (NL)
Joliet JackHammers News Release
JOLIET, IL - The JackHammers are pleased to announce the 2010 Caravan Tour, which will feature seven stops around the Joliet area. The Caravan Tour will give all JackHammer fans the opportunity to meet the 2010 team and coaching staff.
The tour will feature three stops sponsored by Jack Daniel's, beginning May 4th at The Department in Joliet from 7 to 9 p.m. The two other Jack Daniel's stops are at Morgan's Bar and Grill in Mokena on May 6th from 7 to 9 p.m. and on May 13th at Charleston's in New Lenox from 7 to 9 p.m. The Jack Girls will be in attendance and they'll be passing out cocktail samples and free prizes.
"There's nothing quite like a day at the ballpark, and all of us at Jack Daniel's are especially proud to be partnering up with the Jackhammers this year," said Nick Aguirre, Marketing Brand Manager for Jack Daniel's. "This is going to be a season of fun and excitement on the field, and we'll also have a few tricks up our sleeve for some great times with the players and fans off the field as well. We hope all our fans will make it on out to the ballpark for a great time this summer and, as always, enjoy Jack Daniel's in a responsible manner."
The JackHammers first ever Fan Fest is another great chance to meet the team. All the players will be available for a meet and greet on the field prior to their 1:10 p.m. first pitch against the Steel City Aces. Fan Fest, which will be held at Silver Cross Field, kicks off at 10 a.m. on May 8th and is a great chance to buy old JackHammers apparel and other goodies. Single game tickets will be on sale and season ticket holders and drop by and take home their 2010 tickets.
Other stops include the Texas Roadhouse in Joliet on May 11th from 7 to 9 p.m. and the Joliet Area Historical Museum on the 12th. The event will be on the rooftop from 7 to 9 p.m. The players will also be available for a meet and greet at the Westfield-Louis Joliet Mall on May 15th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
All the 2010 JackHammers Caravan Tour stops are listed below. Stop by and see the 2010 JackHammers near you.
Day Date Time Location Address
Tuesday May 4th 7-9 p.m. The Department 205 N Chicago St., Joliet
Wednesday May 5th 7-9 p.m. 158 North Grill 158 N. Chicago St., Joliet
Thursday May 6th 7-9 p.m. Morgan's Bar and Grill 18700 S. Old LaGrange Rd., Mokena
Saturday May 8th 10 a.m. Silver Cross Field 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet
Monday May 10th 7-9 p.m. Hooters 3301 Hennepin Dr., Joliet
Tuesday May 11th 7-9 p.m. Texas Roadhouse 3151 Tonti Dr., Joliet
Wednesday May 12th 5-7 p.m. Joliet Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet
Thursday May 13th 7-9 p.m. Charleston's Bar and Grill 2101 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox
Saturday May 15th 5:30-7:30 p.m. Westfield-Louis Joliet Mall 3340 Mall Loop Dr., Joliet
LOOSE GRAVEL: The Joliet JackHammers open the 2010 season on May 21st against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks in North Dakota. The Home Opener is Friday, May 28th at 7:10 p.m. against the Lake County Fielders, one of two Northern League expansion teams. Season tickets, group outings and suites are available now. For more information, call the JackHammers at 815.726.BALL (2255)
Welsh Returns to JackHammers Front Office
JOLIET, IL - The JackHammers announced today that Wade Welsh is returning to the front office as an Assistant General Manager and Director of Ticket Sales. Welsh was a member of the club's inaugural staff in 2002.
Welsh joins the JackHammers after spending the last six seasons with the Kalamazoo Wings in the ECHL. Wade served as the Vice President and General Manager the last four seasons with the Wings, guiding the franchise to record highs in corporate sales, group sales and ticket revenue during his tenure. The 2009-10 season was the Wings first in the ECHL and the franchise averaged 3,433 fans per game, their best average in 11 seasons. Prior to joining the league, Welsh was named the IHL General Manager of the Year for the 2007-08 campaign.
"We are thrilled to add Wade back to the JackHammers' front office staff. Wade comes back to the JackHammer organization with a wealth of knowledge and experience from his various roles within minor league sports over the past eleven years," said JackHammers Executive Vice President and General Manager Jamie Toole.
Before his days in Kalamazoo, Welsh spent a year and a half with the Missouri River Otters as the team's Assistant General Manager. Welsh also has prior baseball experience with the Quad City Mallards in addition to his time in Joliet.
"My family and I are excited to be back in Joliet and part of the JackHammers family," commented Welsh. "I'm anxious for the season to start and looking forward to a great summer of JackHammer baseball."
Wade is married to his wife, Melissa, and has two sons, Lincoln and Alexander.
LOOSE GRAVEL: The Joliet JackHammers open the 2010 season on May 21st against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks in North Dakota. The Home Opener is Friday, May 28th at 7:10 p.m. against the Lake County Fielders, one of two Northern League expansion teams. Season tickets, group outings and suites are available now. For more information, call the JackHammers at 815.726.BALL (2255)
Northern League Stories from May 3, 2010
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- JackHammers Announce 2010 Caravan Tour - Joliet JackHammers
- RedHawks Sign Clark - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks
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