Rainiers Unveil 2017 Tacoma Public Schools Jersey Design Contest
April 18, 2017 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tacoma Rainiers News Release
TACOMA, Wash. -- The Tacoma Rainiers today announced the winner of the 2017 Tacoma Public Schools Jersey Design Contest winner as Franklin Elementary School fifth grader, Isayas Hampton.
Isayas' winning jersey design, featuring silhouettes of numerous iconic Tacoma landmarks, will be worn on-field by Tacoma Rainiers players and coaching staff on Friday, May 26, 2017 as part of the festivities for Tacoma Public Schools Night at Cheney Stadium.
Prior to the game, Isayas will be presented with a personalized jersey emblazoned with his design, take a VIP tour of Cheney Stadium, and be given the opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
The specialty jerseys will be made available for purchase through a silent auction held on the night of the game, with proceeds benefiting Palmer Scholars.
"Our annual jersey design contest is a favorite of mine and our entire staff," Rainiers Team President Aaron Artman said. "It's a great way to engage with our youth and provide a fun opportunity for students. Tacoma Public Schools has done, and continues to do, great work in our community. We're very proud to play a part in that."
Join the Tacoma Rainiers and support Tacoma Public Schools with the purchase of group tickets to the Friday,
May 26 contest by calling Group Event Coordinator Lauren Hall at (253) 722-1047.
Single-game tickets, season ticket options, group outings, and suite packages for the club's 2017 season are available now and can be purchased by calling the Tacoma Rainiers front office at (253) 752-7707, online at www.tacomarainiers.com, or in person at the Cheney Stadium Box Office. The most up-to-date news and notes about the Rainiers leading up to and throughout the 2017 season can be found by following the Rainiers on Twitter ( @RainiersLand ) and liking the team on Facebook .
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