Trusted Choice Jersey Auction with Appearance by Washington Redskins Legend, Joe Theismann to benefit Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic
Woodbridge, VA- The Potomac Nationals have teamed up with Trusted Choice® and Washington Redskins legendary quarterback, Joe Theismann, to benefit Make-A-Wish® Mid-Atlantic via a commemorative jersey auction on Sunday, April 21st, 2013 at Pfitzner Stadium as the P-Nats host the Frederick Keys (Baltimore Orioles) at 1:05 p.m.
Washington Redskins Super Bowl XVII Champion, Joe Theismann, will be on hand giving wish families in attendance and P-Nats fans the experience of a lifetime.
Paul Teutul, Sr. of American Chopper is no longer able to attend this event due to a scheduling conflict.
"We are excited to be benefiting organization of this wonderful and fun community event," says Laura Caldwell, Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic President & CEO.
"The support of our organization, and the local children we serve, by Trusted Choice and the Potomac Nationals is heart-warming and will certainly have an impact on our mission to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions here in the Mid-Atlantic region."
A group of local wish kids will participate in an exclusive VIP session with the entire Potomac Nationals' clubhouse, and partake in a pre-game work out with the P-Nats that includes stretching, hitting, and fielding with Nationals players.
Theismann will meet and greet the Make-A-Wish group one-on-one, and the children will receive a surprise gift pack from the P-Nats.
Additionally, Theismann will take to the pitcher's mound to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the game starts.
Theismann will engage P-Nats fans in a pre-game autograph session on the Pfitzner Stadium concourse in which fans may receive one autograph per person. This signing session will continue again in the top of the 1st inning and Theismann will sign through the completion of the 2nd inning.
"This special event will truly make up an unbelievable day here at The Pfitz. P-Nats fans will get the unique opportunity to meet a Washington D.C. sports hero and see the Trusted Choice bike during the game, and also bid on one-of-a-kind jerseys while benefiting Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. We can't wait for the event to get here and we are excited to bring smiles to the faces of all the Make-A-Wish kids," says Potomac Nationals Vice President/General Manager, Josh Olerud.
During the ballgame, P-Nats players and coaching staff will wear Make-A-Wish/Trusted Choice® themed jerseys before signing the jerseys following the conclusion of the ballgame.
The Nationals will host a silent auction for these game used, autographed jerseys on the stadium concourse with 100% of all proceeds going to Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, and one jersey will be signed by Joe Theismann himself. Winners of these one-of-a-kind jerseys will have the opportunity to take a picture with P-Nats players and coaches after the game.
Additionally, there will be a 50/50 raffle for the Make-A-Wish Foundation that will also be matched dollar-for-dollar by Trusted Choice.
Trusted Choice® will match every dollar raised in the jersey auction and the raffle up to $7,500.
"We are honored to partner with the Potomac Nationals to benefit our mutual adopted charitable organization, Make-A-Wish," says Robert Rusbuldt, Trusted Choice® President and Big "I" President & CEO.
"Independent agents are there to instill confidence and hope in their clients and customers, and that's what Make-A-Wish does. We are proud of what they do to help thousands of children and look forward to this event."
Throughout the game, the Make-A-Wish kids will have the opportunity to pose with the custom chopper made for Trusted Choice® that was featured in a 2012 Discovery Channel episode of American Chopper. The custom bike will also be on display for the P-Nats faithful to see, as well.
Be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime event with P-Nats Baseball by purchasing your season tickets or mini plans now. For all your Nationals ticket needs, call the P-Nats Ticket Office at 703-590-2311. For more information on Potomac Nationals ticket options head to www.potomacnationals.com.
Joe Theismann played 12 seasons as quarterback for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League and took the 'Skins to a Super Bowl XVII Championship over the Miami Dolphins in 1983 to earn the NFL Championship Title for the 1982 season. Most recently, Theismann spent the last decades working for ESPN on their NFL broadcast.
Theismann graduated in 1971 from the University of Notre Dame where he was an All-American and led the Fighting Irish to consecutive Cotton Bowls and was the runner-up to Jim Plunkett in the 1970 Heisman Trophy balloting. In 2003, Theismann was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
After being drafted by the Miami Dolphins, as well as Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins, Theismann chose to play in the Canadian Football League for the Toronto Argonauts from 1971-1973. In 1974, he joined the Washington Redskins.
Theismann played in 163 consecutive games from 1974-1985 and holds Redskins' record for passing yardage (25,206), completions (2,044), and attempts (3,602), and was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and Pro Bowl MVP.
Theismann was selected as the NFL's Man of the Year in 1982 for his community service and dedication to the health and welfare of children. He won the league's 1983 Most Valuable Player Award for leading the Redskins to an NFL-record 541 points and a second consecutive Super Bowl appearance.
Theismann is a much sought after motivational speaker and also oversees a popular Washington, D.C. restaurant called, "Joe Theismann's."
Make-A-Wish® Mid-Atlantic grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. According to a 2011 U.S. study of wish impact, most health professionals surveyed believe a wish-come-true can have positive impacts on the health of children. Kids say wishes give them renewed strength to fight their illnesses, and their parents say these experiences help strengthen the entire family. Founded in 1983, the Foundation has granted the wishes of over 7,600 children in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland and Northern Virginia. For additional information, please visit www.midatlantic.wish.org.
Trusted Choice® educates consumers about the benefits of using independent agents and brokers for their insurance needs: choice of companies, customized policies and advocacy support. Trusted Choice® is the consumer marketing identity for more than 22,000 independent insurance agencies and brokerage firms and 67 leading insurance companies. For more information, go to www.TrustedChoice.com.
The Potomac Nationals Professional Baseball Club is the Class-A Advanced affiliate of the Washington Nationals and competes in the Carolina League. P-Nats 2013 season tickets and mini plans are on sale now. Renew your season tickets at Pfitzner Stadium for only $50 per seat. Sponsorship opportunities for the '13 season are now available. Plan your corporate outing now in preparation for next season as the P-Nats offer discounted group rates and all-inclusive picnic options. Visit the P-Nats online at www.potomacnationals.com or call the ticket office at 703-590-2311 for more!
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