Jenks Named NBC World Series Tournament Director
Published on May 23, 2014 under American Association (AA)
Wichita Wingnuts News Release
WICHITA, KS (May 23, 2014) - The 80th National Baseball Congress World Series will be played this summer at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium in Wichita with a new face in charge of the event. Kevin Jenks has been named the NBC Tournament Director.
Jenks, who is also a sales executive for the Wichita Wingnuts, spent last season as the Operations Manager for the prestigious amateur tournament. A self-proclaimed fan of the event since his childhood, Jenks is excited to take over the new role, "This is an amazing honor for me, one that is really difficult to put into words. The NBC World Series has been a staple of our community for 80 years and I'm excited to have a role in bringing more excitement to the country's premier summer collegiate national championship tournament. As Wichita's most historic and tradition rich sporting event, it truly is a city jewel," he explained. "I love the challenges and look forward to building relationships with our teams, fans and corporate sponsors. Most of all I hope to do Hap Dumont proud!"
Jenks will be the ninth Tournament Director since the NBC World Series began under Hap Dumont's supervision in 1935.
"I am very excited to name Kevin as the new tournament director of the NBC World Series," said President/General Manager of the tournament Josh Robertson. "In my 15 years, we have had a lot of good people at the helm and he is another to add to the list. I am impressed with Kevin's work ethic and passion and I'm certain he will bring more creative ideas to this wonderful event."
The 2014 NBC World Series will begin on Friday, July 25th and conclude on Saturday, August 9th. This year's version of the tournament will once again build on the format change that was implemented in 2013. The field for the 80th anniversary will include the National Junior College Athletic Association National Team, the Puerto Rico National Collegiate team, last year's champion the Seattle Studs, the 2007 champion Wellington Heat, six-time champion the Fairbanks, Alaska Goldpanners, and long-time power Prairie Gravel. It is possible that six former World Series champions will take the field.
Tickets for the 80th annual NBC World Series can be ordered by calling the NBC Baseball Box Office at 316-264-6887.
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