'Battle of the Sexes' Returns to Silver Cross Field

Joliet, IL — The Joliet Slammers, presented by ATI Physical Therapy, and the Chicago Bandits of National Pro Fastpitch will play in a “Battle of The Sexes” Fastpitch Softball game at Silver Cross Field on Monday, July 20th at 7:05 PM.

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.

The Bandits are headlined by pitcher Monica Abbott who has had a decorated career to this point. She holds many collegiate records and has pitched for Team USA in addition to pitching for the Bandits since 2011. 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.

Roster Spot: One roster spot will be made available at a later date!

About the Chicago Bandits: The Chicago Bandits are members of the National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) and have entertained the Chicagoland area with the best softball players in the world since 2005. Dozens of Olympians from around the world have played with the Bandits and in NPF, including two-time Olympian and former NPF Pitcher of The Year, Jennie Finch. The Bandits currently have a 4-1 record against the men from various professional baseball teams. This game will mark the second visit to Silver Cross Field by the Bandits.

About the Joliet Slammers: The Joliet Slammers presented by ATI Physical Therapy play at Silver Cross Field in downtown Joliet, Illinois, and are members of the professional, independent Frontier League. The Frontier League is a 14-team league entering its 23rd season of play in 2015. Slammers season ticket and advertising packages are now available for the 2015 season. Visit the Slammers online at www.jolietslammers.com or call the ticket office at 815-722-2287 for more information!