JackHammers battle breast cancer
Published on January 18, 2007 under Northern League (NL)
Joliet JackHammers News Release
JOLIET, IL-The Joliet JackHammers, in partnership with Silver Cross Hospital, have announced an agreement to educate the public and raise money in the fight against breast cancer. The JackHammers will now host "Breast Cancer Awareness Wednesdays" in addition to the "Silver Cross Hospital Catch for the Cause" promotion at every Wednesday home game in 2007. The JackHammers begin their sixth season in the Northern League on May 17, 2007 at 7:05 p.m. at Silver Cross Field against the Calgary Vipers.
"This partnership with Silver Cross Hospital will continue to increase public awareness about breast cancer," said Kelly Sufka, the JackHammers executive vice president/general manager. "Silver Cross Hospital continues to be at the forefront of educating, researching and treating breast cancer in Will County. They are a great partner to have in the fight against this terrible disease."
The JackHammers pink jerseys will have a special logo patch on the sleeve. Silver Cross Hospital will work with the JackHammers to craft specific educational messages through public address announcements and handouts every Wednesday.
"The Silver Cross Hospital Catch for the Cause" returns for the second consecutive season. Fans will once again be given the opportunity to play catch in the outfield for one-half hour prior to each Wednesday home game.
In addition, proceeds from the fan 50/50 raffle for every Wednesday home game will be donated to the fight against breast cancer. Proceeds from a pink jersey sale later in the season will also go to the same cause.
"Once again we are happy to have the JackHammers as a partner in the battle against breast cancer," said Tracy Simmons, director of community relations/marketing at Silver Cross Hospital. "We applaud their efforts and look forward to one day beating this disease."
Silver Cross Hospital, a not-for-profit health care provider, has been creating world-class health care experiences for the southwest suburban communities for 112 years. Silver Cross has been recognized as one of our nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Solucient and as one of America's Most Customer Friendly Hospitals by the American Alliance of Healthcare Providers.
Loose Gravel: The JackHammers signed shortstop Hector Tena to a 2007 contract. Tena was acquired by Joliet on December 22, 2006 from the Yuma (AZ) Scorpions of the Golden League. In 2006, Tena hit .246 with seven home runs and 34 RBI with the Scorpions.
The JackHammers have full season tickets, mini-plan ticket packages and a variety of group outings available for the 2007 season. For more information, or to order tickets, please give the JackHammers ticket department a call at (815) 726-BALL (2255), go online to www.jackhammerbaseball.com, or stop by the Box Office at Silver Cross Field during normal business hours.
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