House 2 Home Gifts Free Thrillbillies Baseball Game

(Marion, Ill.) – Celia Robertson and her family had a blast at the Thrillville Thrillbillies Opening Day game on Wednesday, and it got her thinking. Robertson, the designated managing broker and owner of House 2 Home Realty, knew that Black Diamond Family of Businesses co-founders Rodney Cabaness and Shad Zimbro primarily purchased the former Rent One Park in Marion, so the community would not lose an important entertainment venue.

"Rodney and Shad never planned to own a baseball team," Robertson said. "They just knew saving Rent One Park was the right thing to do. Wednesday's Home Opener was so much fun, I thought, 'We're so lucky to have this. Everyone in Southern Illinois needs to experience Thrillville.' "

So, Robertson and her team at House 2 Home Realty decided to purchase the remainder of the available tickets for the Thrillbillies home game on Sunday, June 4^th, and gift them to the community. "We are the presenting sponsor for Sunday's game anyway, so we thought it would be a great idea if anyone that wants to attend can do so at no cost," Robertson said.

Thrillbillies Field Manager, Ralph Santana was floored by House 2 Home's generosity. "I couldn't believe it! What a big-hearted thing to do," Santana said. "They are real community heroes in my book!"

Ticket sales for Thrillbillies' games have been brisk, so Santana encourages anyone wanting tickets to visit the Stadium Box Office as soon as possible. "It's our Totally Awesome 80's Night," Santana said. "The first 500 people get LED 80's glasses, plus the Thrillbillies will be wearing really cool, 80's inspired jerseys and hats that will be auctioned off during the game." Proceeds from the auction will go to the House 2 Home Realty We Care, We Share initiative.

The Stadium Box Office is open from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm on Friday, with extended hours on Saturday. "All folks have to do is visit the box office, tell them they want tickets for Sunday, and our team will get them all set up," according to Santana. "But don't wait too long! Sunday's weather looks perfect for baseball, and I'm sure it's going to be a packed house."

Robertson agrees. "We have lots of fun activities planned for everyone," she said. "So, get your tickets now, and we'll see you at the ballpark!"

The Thrillbillies play the Cape Catfish on Sunday, June 4^th. Gates open at 5:15 pm with the first pitch at 6:18 pm.