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Schaumburg Flyers host Flyersfest and Caravan

February 15, 2008 - Northern League (NL)
Schaumburg Flyers News Release


Schaumburg, IL - The Schaumburg Flyers will be hosting FlyersFest on Sunday, February 17. This annual event offers a great opportunity to renew summer acquaintances, meet some players and have a little baseball fun.

This family-friendly event will once again be held at the elegant Eaglewood Resort and Spa, located at 1401 Nordic Road in Itasca. The 2008 edition of FlyersFest will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. and advance tickets cost just $5 and $7 at the door.

Flyers manager Steve Maddock is anxious to start his second season at the helm and will be available for autographs and to discuss the upcoming season. Additionally, Flyers players and team mascot Bearon will be on hand to meet and greet all of the fans and sign autographs.

Flyersfest will also feature a silent auction for (insert name of charity), with items such as Derrek Lee and Alfonso Soriano 16x20 autographed photos, action photos of Cubs legends Ernie Banks and Billy Williams, and Ron Santo autographed 8x10 action photos.

The Pepsi Inflatable Speed Pitch will give you an opportunity to test your fastball, and additional kids' games will be available. FlyersFest will also feature raffle prizes, a goodie bag for all youngsters in attendance, and entertainment by "America's Sports Magician", Jeff Scanlan. Food and beverage will be available for sale, as will Flyers merchandise.

To purchase tickets you can stop by the Alexian Field Ticket office or call the Flyers at (847) 891-2255. Tickets will also be available at the door. Eaglewood Resort is located at 1401 Nordic Road, Itasca, IL 60143.

The Schaumburg Flyers are a member of the Northern League, a 6-team Independent Professional Baseball League established in 1993. Opening Day is May 15th, 2008. For ticket information call (847) 891-BALL (2255) or visit www.flyersbaseball.com.

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