FL Joliet Slammers

Slammers Taking on Monica Abbot and the Bandits

Published on July 16, 2015 under Frontier League (FL)
Joliet Slammers News Release


Joliet, IL - The Joliet Slammers, presented by ATI Physical Therapy, are just days away from taking on the Chicago Bandits of the National Pro Fastpitch, and their dominating lefty, Monica Abbott. The team's ace will pitch at least one inning for the Bandits. Abbott is widely considered to be one of the top two or three pitchers in the world. She holds many collegiate records and has pitched for Team USA in addition to pitching for the Bandits since 2011.

All youth softball teams, high school age and under, that purchase group or fundraiser tickets will be allowed on the field with the Bandits from 5 PM-6 PM. Gates open to all fans at 6:05 PM. All softball players must wear their jersey top. No parents or coaches are allowed on the field during this time- players only. If the age of your team is too young to be on the field without an adult then they cannot go on the field. No adults, no exceptions.

Both the Joliet Slammers and Chicago Bandits will be available for autographs/photos following the game.

Last year the Slammers were shown a thing or two as they took on the Netherlands National team, losing 4-0 in seven innings. The crowd was wildly entertained as Slammers players at times looked like they were facing Randy Johnson from 40 feet away. Slammers season ticket holder, Chris Colwell, even got into the action by winning a roster spot auctioned off prior to the event.

The Bandits have consistently proven to be one of the best teams National Pro Fastpitch has to offer. Coach Michael Steuerwald is returning for a sixth season with the team after taking a year off, and has helped lead the Bandits to NPF Championship appearances in each of his previous five seasons with a victory in 2011.  Many players will also be returning from last season with a few new faces for the upcoming season.

Outfielders Brittany Cervantes and Tammy Williams highlight the Bandits offense. Cervantes won the Worth Home Run Award last season with a league leading 12 home runs to go along with 41 RBIs. Williams tied for second in the NPF with 9 home runs. Emily Allard was second in the league last year with an impressive .385 batting average.  The Bandits are always an exciting team to watch, and they are ready to give the Slammers a great fight this summer!

What: "Battle of The Sexes" Fastpitch Softball game Chicago Bandits versus Joliet Slammers

Where: Silver Cross Field located at 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive in Joliet, IL 60432

When: Monday, July 20, 2015; 6:05 PM gates open; 7:05 PM first pitch

Tickets:   Call the Slammers box office at (815) 722-2287, purchase online at   Jolietslammers.com, or visit the box office Mon-Fri from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  Individual Tickets: - $16 Club Seat, $14 Reserved Seat, $7 Lawn

-   Save $2 per ticket by pre-ordering

  Group Tickets: - $10 each for 20 or more Reserved Seats ($5 for Lawn)

-   $500 for 20-person Luxury Suite (tickets only)

-   $800 for 20-person Luxury Suite with hamburgers (2 per), hot dogs (2 per), dish of summer fruit salad, dish of cole slaw, bowl of chips, cookie platter, and Pepsi products (2 per) including bottled water

-   Other exclusive areas available including pre-game picnics

Fundraising Tickets - Only eligible for non-profit groups

-   Minimum 50 tickets purchased

-   Sell Reserved Seat tickets at $10 and keep $3 for your organization

Partnerships: Call the Slammers at (815) 722-2287 to learn more about event partnership opportunities.

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