With about 90 days before the first pitch of the 2010 ISC World Tournament, the Host Committee is working hard behind the scenes to make sure this event is a great one for teams, players and fans.  Below are a few of the things being worked on that we're happy to share with you at this point. 

 

 

With about 180 total games, the Under-19, Legends and ISC World Tournament has enough action to keep any fan happy.  The purchase of a ticket, or pass, gets you entrance to both Emerson Park and St Charles fields - you will not need to purchase a separate ticket for each location.

 

- Adult Tournament Pass:  $40

We will be adding a feature to the website so that fans can purchase their tickets online very soon.  In the meantime, fans can visit Sports Junction - the official souvenir vendor the of the 2010 ISC.

 

Midland Location:  152 Ashman Circle.  Midland, MI  48640.  989-835-9696

Saginaw Location:  5605 State Street.  Saginaw, MI  48603.  989-791-6036

 

Anyone purchasing a ticket at Sports Junction will be able to get their tournament bracelet at the park with a photo ID when they come to their first game.  Cutoff date for early ticket purchases is August 1st.

 

Out of town fans can mail a check (payable to Midland Explorers Booster Club) to:  Midland Explorers Booster Club.  PO Box 1311.  Midland, MI  48641

 

 

This year's Hall of Fame Breakfast, being held at the Great Hall/Valley Plaza and Resort, features a tremendous class of inductees - headlined by Darren Zack and Mark Sorenson.  Fans should take this opportunity to show their appreciation for the careers of these two players, along with the rest of the 2010 Hall of Fame class:  John Becker, Alan Rohrback, Joe Avila, the Sonnetag Family (County Materials), and Dennis Johnson.

 

Tickets for this breakfast are $20 and can be purchased during the opening weekend of the tournament, or either Sports Junction location (please see above for details).  Tickets purchased prior to the event will be handled as 'will call' with attendees picking up their tickets at the event with a photo ID.

 

If you'd like to mail your request for tickets, they can be sent to the following (checks payable to Midland Explorers Booster Club):  Lee Isenhart.  335 Cherryview.  Midland, MI  48640

 

 

On the first Saturday of the tournament (August 14th), a clinic will be held at Emerson Park that will feature two of the most recognizable names in fastpitch softball.  Legendary ISC, ASA and USA Softball pitcher Doug Gillis and his Academy staff will conduct a Youth Softball pitching and hitting clinic open to all softball enthusiasts who want to improve their game.  The feature speaker at the clinic will be current University of Arizona coach, and Olympic Gold Medal winning coach - Mike Candrea!

 

Many ISC fans have seen Doug pitch throughout the years at the park, but will want to take the opportunity to hear him teach his craft.  Coach Candrea is regarded by many as the greatest softball coach in collegiate history.  For years, Mike has been a strong advocate of the men's game, and his addition to the clinic shouldn't be missed.

 

We think this is a great opportunity to expose the ISC World Tournament to a young group of fans as there will be games to watch after the clinic is concluded, and plenty of chances for them to see games as the week unfolds.  More details to follow on this exciting piece of news!

 

Stay tuned for more news - the countdown is on to the start of the 2010 ISC!!!