MEXICAN BASEBALL FIESTA IS COMING TO DOUGLAS ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5th

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For Immediate Release

August 22, 2017

Contact: Francisco Gamez

(520) 460-5750

francisco@mexicanbaseballfiesta.com

 

The Mexican Baseball Fiesta added Douglas, Arizona to its lineup in 2017. The Mexican Winter Baseball League’s version of “Spring Training”, who has called Tucson it’s home for seven years will now also be coming to Copper King Stadium, once the site of professional baseball in this region.

Two teams from the Pacific Winter League of Mexico (Liga Mexicana del Pacífico) – Los Cañeros de Los Mochis and Los Yaquis de Ciudad Obregónwill participate. Los Mochis will play Obregón in a single game on Thursday October 5, 2017 at 7:00 pm. With the projected success of Douglas on the Mexican Winter League stop, we anticipate a return trip every year.

The Mexican Baseball Fiesta in 2017 will also play in Las Vegas, San Luis, Mesa, Nogales (AZ), and Tucson. This is the first introduction to professional baseball to the City of Douglas that will pair two Liga Mexicana del Pacífico teams.

The Mexican Baseball Fiesta began in 2011 in Tucson and was the brainchild of former professional LMP and minor league baseball pitcher Francisco Gamez.  Mike Feder, at the time the General Manager of the Tucson Padres, worked with Gamez to launch the tour which has been steadily growing in popularity.

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“The Mexican Pacific League, is as popular in Mexico as Major League Baseball is in the U.S., if not more so,” said Francisco Gamez, Mexican Baseball Fiesta, founder and MBF partner. Gamez played over 10 years in the Mexican Pacific League as well as in the Milwaukee Brewers organization in the states. “Constant excitement is the best way to describe the Mexican Baseball Fiesta.  The energy of the fans, the music and fun make this a unique experience for all baseball fans. This event embraces our Mexican friends and visitors.”

Mike Feder, President of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta, said “We are extremely excited that the Mexican Baseball Fiesta continues to grow. Each year’s events draw thousands of passionate fans”. Feder was a general manager in minor league baseball for 30 years (15 years in Tucson). “The Mexican Baseball Fiesta is a rare opportunity for baseball fans in the U.S. and Mexico to experience authentic Mexican baseball games, which features a festive atmosphere including live music and authentic regional Mexican cuisine. The Mexican Baseball Fiesta is not just a baseball game; it’s a party!” said Feder.

Tickets to the general public go on sale in early September online.  Ticket prices are box seats – $12 and general admission – $8, kids (6-16) $5.   Fans will be able to purchase tickets online at 520-417-7331 http://www.douglasaz.gov/ or www.MexicanBaseballFiesta.com. The first 2,000 advanced ticket sales are available on a first come first serve basis from September XX to September XX. Remainder of the tickets to the general public go on sale September XX at general admission $10, kids (6-16) $7. Seating capacity is limited so tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis. For advanced ticket sales call XXX-XXXX.

 

Teams Playing in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta in Douglas:

Cañeros de Los Mochis play in the state of Sinaloa. The Cañeros won the league championship in 1984 and 2003.Luis Sojo will manage the team. Notable players from the Cañeros include Aurelio Rodriguez, Mike Cameron, former Tucson Toros P Bronswell Patrick, Tucsonan Ed Vosberg, and Juan Castro.

 

Yaquisde CiudadObregon

TheteamfromObregonhad wonthreeMexicanPacific LeagueChampionshipsinarow from 2010 – 2012,givingtheteamseveninclub history.They alsowontheCaribbean Seriesin 2011and2012. Gamesbetween theNaranjeros andYaquisare consideredassomeofthebestmatchups inthe league,duetothe longrivalrybetweenboth teams. Former Obregon players includeKansasCityRoyals pitcherJoakimSoria, former BaltimoreOriolespitcherLuis Ayala. The Yaquis are managed by Eddie Diaz.

 

About The City of Douglas, AZ: The City of Douglas is committed on ensuring your visit and attendance at this game will be memorable and exciting for you, your family and friends. We await your arrival in anticipation of sharing this event for the residents of Douglas, this region and all the baseball fans in the Arizona and Mexico.

Information on the Mexican Baseball Fiesta, LLC is available at www.MexicanBaseballFiesta.com

Mike Feder                                                                         Francisco Gamez

President                                                                            Partner

mike@mexicanbaseballfiesta.com                         francisco@mexicanbaseballfiesta.com

Cell: (520) 954-8803                                                       Cell: (520) 460-5750

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