Slippery Rock Pro Baseball announces Name the Team contest

Published on December 11, 2006 under Frontier League (FL)
Midwest Sliders of Ypsilanti News Release


Slippery Rock, PA - Slippery Rock Professional Baseball, the newest member of the Frontier League, has announced the structure for its "Name the Team" contest. Butler County Radio Network (WBUT 1050 AM, WISR 680 AM, and WLER 97.7 FM) will be administering the contest on behalf of the team.

Through Sunday, December 17, fans are invited to e-mail (srprobaseball@yahoo.com), fax (724-738-4974), or mail their submissions to the ballclub. Four finalists will be announced on Monday, December 18, and fans will be able to vote for their choice at www.insidebutlercounty.com through Sunday, December 31.

A drawing amongst the fans who submitted the winning name will take place to determine the contest winner, who will receive four reserved tickets to Opening Night, be introduced during the pregame ceremonies along with the team, and participate in the ceremonial first pitch. In order to qualify for the contest, fans must include their name, mailing address, and phone number on their entry.

"We have received a tremendous welcome during our first few weeks in Slippery Rock," commented general manager Steve Tahsler. "We are glad that our fans can be involved in determining the identity of the club.

"The Butler County Radio Network is pleased to be a part of the "name the team" contest," said Ron Willison, sports director for the Butler County Radio Network. "This is an exciting venture for Butler County and for Slippery Rock, and we are glad that SR Pro Baseball has asked us to help. I hope to continue this relationship throughout the season."

Slippery Rock Professional Baseball will begin its inaugural season on Wednesday, May 23, at the Washington Wild Things. The home opener will be on Tuesday, May 29, against the Florence Freedom. 32 home games will be played during at Jack Critchfield Park on the campus of Slippery Rock University.

Additional information about Slippery Rock Professional Baseball can be found at www.srprobaseball.com or by contacting the team at 724-738-4903.

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