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Silver Hawks make their mark in All-Star Game

June 24, 2005 - Midwest League (MWL1)
South Bend Silver Hawks News Release


PEORIA, Ill. -- South Bend's Silver Hawks were brilliant Tuesday under the brightest lights of the Midwest League baseball season.

Outfielder Jereme Milons drove in three runs with two hits and was voted the game's most valuable player as Coach Mark Haley's East team defeated the West Division's finest, 4-2, in Midwest All-Star game action.

Milons also had two superb catches, one of them when he backed into the outfield fence and another on a stretch-out dive in left-center.

Carlos Gonzales had three singles in five at-bats and made five catches in right field -- three of them beyond the routine.

A.J. Shappi, who pitched only the first inning, was the winning pitcher under all-star game scoring rules -- the pitcher who was the pitcher of record when his team takes the lead and holds it gets the victory. He pitched a 1-2-3 first inning.

Emilio Bonafacio had a walk in two trips to the plate, Agustin Murillo had a walk in three trips. Allen Mottram and Javier Brito were each 0-for-2. Alberto Gonzalez was 0-for-1.

South Bend pitcher Josh Perrault worked the sixth inning and allowed the first West run on hits by Peoria's Luis Montanez and Clinton's Emerson Frostad.

"There is lot of parity in this league, and we had lots of guys who excelled,' said Haley.

He didn't use pitcher Ross Ohlendorf who worked on Sunday, and saved reliever Matt Elliott in case the game went extra innings.

"We weren't going to have a major league situation where we had to stop the game because we ran out of pitchers,' said Haley.

Haley's team scored enough to make a winner of Shappi in the second inning.

Consecutive singles by Carlos Gonzalez, Wilkin Ramirez of West Michigan and Tony Gutierez of Dayton preceded a two-RBI single by Milons.

Milons doubled to the right field corner in the fourth, scoring West Michigan's Brent Dlugach who had singled.

"I love Peoria, I love the stadium,' said a happy Haley, who never before had managed an all-star team.

Story by Forest Miller, South Bend Tribune, Wednesday, June 22nd

Clash at the Cove

South Bend, IN - June 25

Clash at the Cove returns to Stanley Coveleski Regional Stadium.

This jam-packed IAW event will feature some of the best in wrestling with several great matches. The main event will have IAW Champion Brian "The Crippler" Costello facing "The Barbarian" while a semi main event - a ladies match, pits Jacqueline against Vanessa Harding.

Andy Chene will take on Kurt Beyer in a TV Title match and a tag team with Damage, Inc. taking on Cousin Bubba and Billy Ray Saylor. Robbie Chance will battle Cold Justice while "The Ripper" and "Dr. Love" tangle.

Tickets for Clash at the Cove VII are $10 for general admission and $20 for VIP seating. Tickets can be purchased at the Coveleski Stadium Box Office.

For more information, please visit the Silver Hawks website or call 574.235.9988.

Week Ahead

Monday, June 27 at 7:00 p.m. - Budweiser Dollar Monday with ABC 57 and B100 with a game against the Fort Wayne Wizards. Enjoy $1 tickets, $1 hot dogs, $1 Pepsi products and $1 beers!

Tuesday, June 28 at 7:00 p.m. - TCU Kids Club night with U93. All kids club members will receive 2 free tickets with their membership card. Their will be pre-game kickball on the field and ice cream sundays in the Fun Zone. It is also Season Ticket Holder Appreciation Night.

Wednesday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m. - Pepsi Wednesday featuring buy one get one free tickets with a Pepsi product proof of purchase. McDonalds vouchers are redeemable for $2 off each ticket with a portion of each ticket sale going to the McDonald's Family Room in Memorial Hospital. Pick up your voucher at local participating McDonalds.

Thursday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m. - Following the game, there will be fireworks provided by First Source Bank, Centennial Wireless, and WNDU. Ultra Thursday with WB 25 & 103.9 The Bear, featuring live post-game entertainment (Probable Cause) with the Michelob Ultra Concert Series and a special edition of Launch-a-Ball, where you could win $1,000! Thursday is also Bud Limo Tour.

Friday, July 1 at 7:00 p.m. - Following the game, there will be fireworks provided by First Source Bank, Centennial Wireless, and WNDU. The College Football Hall of Fame RV will be parked out front of the Cove before the game. Stop on by and check it out.

Saturday, July 2 at 7:00 p.m. - Following the game, there will be fireworks provided by First Source Bank, Centennial Wireless, and WNDU.

After the game and fireworks, there will be a post-game movie. The movie of the night will be Rookie of the Year.

Sunday, July 3 at 7:00 p.m. - Following the game, there will be fireworks provided by First Source Bank, Centennial Wireless, and WNDU. WFRN Faiths Day; bring your church, mosque or synagogue bulletin and receive $2 off your game ticket.

Scout Night at The Cove

Scout Night at The Cove was a huge success. Over 850 happy campers attended the over-night camp out. They enjoyed a snack and a movie after the game Saturday and then woke up Sunday morning to dougnuts, coffee, and orange juice.

Player Profile - Matt Elliott

Pitcher
6'0", 175 lbs.
Born April 6, 1984

Biggest Influences: "I'd have to say my parents the most [but] all in all my entire family helps make decisions and is open to talk and help each other out"

Hobbies: "In the off-season I enjoy sleeping, at least the first month. I like to fish, hunt, and work."

Awards Won:

4 yr letter-winner in high school
Made all-tournament team in Junior College World Series
Member of 2004 Junior College World Series championship team (Dixie State College)
Player of the year at Dixie State College in 2003
Relatives or friends in the big leagues: "I have a lot of friends that I played college ball with and then went on and are now playing in the minor leagues."

Silver Hawks Win The First Half Title

SOUTH BEND - During their three game slide, the South Bend Silver Hawks made it difficult on themselves in attempting to secure the first half eastern division crown. Saturday night at the Cove the Hawks were finally able to pop the cork on champagne bottles that have chilled for three days. Coupled with a Fort Wayne Wizards loss the South Bend Silver Hawks clinched the first half division title with a 4-1 win over the West Michigan Whitecaps.

The Hawks got on the board first when Cesar Nicolas crushed his eighth home run of the campaign to give the Hawks a 1-0 lead through five innings.

After the Whitecaps knotted the game in the visitor's half of the sixth frame, the Hawks bounced back to plate three. With one retired, Agustin Murillo walked and moved to second when second baseman Steve Young mishandled a Carlos Gonzalez ground ball allowing Gonzalez to reach as well. Cesar Nicolas broke the tie game by driving in Murillo with a run scoring single, while Javier Brito's fielder's choice advanced Carlos Gonzalez to third, putting runners at the corners. Allen Mottram closed the scoring when he scored two with a booming double off the right center field wall.

Steven Jackson got the win and improves to 5-2, while Josh Rainwater drops to 1-2. Matt Elliott came out of the pen to record his seventeenth save of the season.

Fireworks at the Cove!

June 30th, July 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will be firework nights at the Cove. After each game there will be a fireworks display provided by WNDU, Centennial Wireless, and First Source Bank.

Reggy The Purple Party Dude is coming to the Cove!

Reggy The Purple Party Dude will be at the Cove on July 16th. Join in the fun as Reggy and his sidekicks, including a nine-foot monkey, bring their barrel of laughs to the ballpark for your entertainment. Look for Reggy on the field and in the stands, entertaining fans throughout the game.

Little Big League Night at the Cove

Anyone wearing their little league uniform or favorite MLB team apparel will receive $3 box seats and $2 reserved seats. There will also be a discount on concessions and in the Fun Zone. A raffle will be held for a bat autographed by the South Bend Silver Hawk players. Following the game, fans get a chance to take a "Crack at the Cove". Tickets will be sold for $1 a swing and $5 for 6 swings with a maximum purchase of 6 swings. Fans will have an oppurtunity to win great prizes.

San Francisco Trip

Lawrence Szymanski from Adams H.S. just got back from his trip to San Francisco that he won here at the Cove on June 16th sponsored by TCU. While in San Francisco, he visited Alcatraz, Fisherman's Wharf, walked the Golden Gate Bridge, ate dinner in Chinatown, attended an Oakland A's/Phillies game (where it was free tie day), and rode in a cable car.

Upper Deck Parties

Book your baseball party in the Upper Deck, the "luxury skybox" of the Cove! Whether your party is formal or casual, the Upper Deck has all the menu selections to meet your needs. Our executive chef has prepared special menus featuring ballpark favorites and traditional fare. Choose from the suggested menus or our professional cateres will help you choose your own! Check out all the special amenities the Upper Deck has to offer:

Indoor dinner and stadium seating
Climate-controlled environment
Exclusive restrooms
Private beverage services with full bar
Tickets to the game
For more information contact Cindy at 574-235-9985.

Corona Light Party Deck NOW OPEN!!!!!

You can have this exclusive view of the stadium all to yourself. The Corona Light Party Deck can be rented for the entire game and catered by the Silver Hawks. For more information call 235-9988 and ask for a group represenitive.

Def Leppard and Bryan Adams at the Cove!

Jam presents The Rock 'N Roll Double-Header Tour with Bryan Adams and Def Leppard on Friday, August 5 at Coveleski Stadium. Two of the most popular rock acts ever are teaming up for the first time and will be performing at 26 minor league baseball stadiums, including making an appearance right here at the Cove! Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at the Silver Hawks box office. For more information check out the Silver Hawks website.



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