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https://www.growthegamebaseball.org FOUNDATION/COMPLEX INFORMATION AND SPONSORSHIP

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org A LETTER FROM THE OWNERS When we started our first tournament four years ago, we wanted to bring together families and friends to enjoy America’s favorite pastime. Since that first tournament, we have consistently sold out all our tournaments, grown the game of baseball, and donated over $21,000 to fight cancer. We are excited to announce a new project that will greatly benefit our community: the construction of a state-of-the-art, all turf sports complex in Troy, located at Donald J. Flynn Park. This complex will provide a safe and inspiring environment for athletes of all ages to develop their skills, foster teamwork, and build lifelong friendships. It will also be accessible to everyone in our community. This is why we are asking for the community’s help. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to achieving our goal. Together, we can create a lasting legacy for our community, make a difference in the lives of our young athletes, and help inspire and nurture our future generations of baseball players. Warm regards, Mike Morris Co-founder/CEO Patrick Koneval Co-founder/President 2 League Sports Foundation

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org HOW YOU CAN HELP • Spread the Word: Share our vision with your friends and family. Your support will not only help build a sports complex but also foster a sense of community, promote healthy lifestyles, and inspire future generations of athletes. • We are seeking to raise 10 million dollars to cover the expenses of construction, equipment, and maintenance. • Each turf field will cost approximately one million dollars. • Your generous contribution will make a significant difference in turning this dream into reality. AVAILABLE SPONSORSHIP • If you would like to further support the baseball complex and get on the sponsorship side, please see below for additional opportunities. Your sponsorship will last ten years. Naming of the complex $2,000,000 Naming of a dugout (8 total) $50,000 each Naming of a bullpen (4 total) $50,000 each Naming of a batting cage (4 total) $50,000 each Naming of the concession building $600,000 Naming of the storage building $100,000 Naming of the scoreboards (4 total) $35,000 Picnic area $30,000 Banner in the outfield $300 per year/$500 for 2 years League Sports Foundation 3

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org HELP BUILD A BETTER TOMORROW At League Sports Foundation, we take pride in our exceptional customer service. We are committed to supporting the youth in our community and will continue to back local non-profits. League Sports Foundation was created to help provide a safe, enjoyable, and competitive environment where players will make a commitment to improve their skills and be part of a team. Winning will never be more important than teamwork and sportsmanship. Our sports leagues, tournaments and events will not only help teach youth to be better players in their respective sport, but also be better people. With a diverse array of athletes, parents, coaches, and scouts regularly visiting our complex, the opportunities for exposure are limitless. Through strategic partnerships and strong community support, the League Sports Foundation aims to enhance our region both economically and culturally by establishing the only state-of-the-art, all-turf outdoor complex in Michigan. 4 League Sports Foundation

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org A GEM IN OUR OWN BACKYARD • Sports Tourism is a common term now, but it was largely unheard of until around 12 years ago, and one of the fastest growing sectors in tourism according to the United World Tourism Agency. • According to the Sports Events and Tourism Association (SETA), sports tourism generated over $90 billion dollars in economic impact across the U.S. in 2021. Sports tourism provides communities big and small millions of dollars in economic impact each year. • Troy will claim a share of this market by welcoming teams to tournaments from all over the country and Canada. • Sports tourism is projected to grow by 12% each year through 2027. • Our complex is expected to boost the Troy economy by more than $7 million in the first five years of existence. • We anticipate at least 100,000 athletes, coaches, visitors, and scouts to regularly visit our complex in the first year. League Sports Foundation 5

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY On any given weekend, thousands of young athletes across the nation utilize their talents in baseball, football, soccer, tennis, volleyball and lacrosse. Most of these events occur in complexes developed explicitly for amateur sports. The economic impact on local communities can be divided into three categories: direct, indirect, and induced. Direct impact includes local spending at hotels, restaurants, attractions, retailers, transportation costs and entry fees. Indirect impact is defined as purchasing goods and services and the impact on the supply chain. Induced impact encompasses employee spending—either directly or indirectly associated with sports tourism. A sports complex benefits not only athletes and sports enthusiasts, but also the entire society – it answers the needs of the community, helps people socialize, has a positive impact on the development of sports in the region, and boosts the local economy. 6 League Sports Foundation

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org PROJECTED COSTS - Project Architecture and Engineering ($938,500) - Mobilization to Site ($250,000) - Demolition and Tree Removal ($250,000) - Synthetic Turf (Qnty = 4 Fields) – FieldTurf USA Double Play Natural ($1,500,000) - Subgrade and Grading ($2,400,000) - Dugouts – Chain-link with Short Block Wall ($200,000) - Outfield Fencing & Protective Pad - 5’ Tall Black Vinyl Chain-link ($280,000) - Backstop – CIP Wall with Chain-link ($380,000) - Building for Concessions, Restrooms and Office ($600,000) - Storage Building ($120,000) - Scoreboards ($140,000) - Lights ($1,200,000) - Batting Cages ($50,000) - Bases ($1,000) - Entry Way ($60,000) - Landscaping & Picnic Areas ($200,000) - Sidewalks Throughout Complex – 6’ Wide Concrete ($500,000) - Incidentals ($400,000) Price: $9,500,000 League Sports Foundation 7

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING Mike, I should be thanking you and Patrick for letting me be involved in the Jamie Samuelsen Strike Out Colon Cancer Charity Softball Game, and as far as umpiring anything for the kids. Can’t wait till next year’s game. As soon as you guys get next year dates let me know so I can clear my calendar. Believe me when I say I LOVE being involved in this special event. I LOVE you guys and everyone else involved in this special event, so keep in touch and I will see you guys next year. Take care and once again THANK YOU Guys for Letting Me Be Involved. Darryl E Glenn - Umpire If you're the coach of a community-based travel baseball team, League Sports tournaments should be at the top of your list when looking for tournaments in southeast Michigan. The events are well run and provide a great experience for our team and our families. Paul Wezner Royal Oak Nationals 10U I really can't say it enough, what a great tournament you Gents run! Fields were great, the atmosphere was just so positive, and so much fun for the boys and families. Even though my boys wanted to give me a heart attack during the last couple of games, it was so fun to see them never give up. Just a really great weekend of baseball. As long as I am coaching a team, I will be the first to sign up for any tournament you guys are hosting. Thanks again and we're looking forward to the Jamie Samuelsen Tournament! Great job, Ump! Kevin McDaniel Rochester Rays 12U Thank you for your donation to PALTOWN and your continued support of colorectal cancer. Your donation helps us help our many community members who need support throughout our online COLONTOWN community. Your donation will allow our programs to grow and help impact our many patients and caregivers. We received your donation, thank you so much! We truly appreciate your support and the impact your generosity has on our community. Keep us posted on next year’s event. 8 League Sports Foundation

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org PROPOSED SPORTS COMPLEX League Sports Foundation 9

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org OUR THREE-YEAR GOAL 10 League Sports Foundation • Have over 300,000 people walk through the gates of the complex. • Establish a women’s fast pitch softball League. • Establish a minor league professional baseball team for the City of Troy. • Host weekend tournaments. • Establish a co-ed softball league. • Establish a men’s softball league. • Host MHSAA state tournament games. • Hold a World Series between the east and west side of the state. • Have a positive impact on the development of sports in the region and boost the local economy. • Make this the number one sports complex in the Midwest.

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org IMPACT ON THE CITY OF TROY • Boost the Troy economy by more than $7 million in the first five years of existence. • Create jobs during construction. • Employ and create jobs at the sports complex, as well as maintenance and operations. • Increase revenue for local food, lodging, transportation, and retail shops in the city of Troy. • Provide a space for community events, sports leagues, recreation activities, and encouraging a healthy lifestyle. • Host a variety of events beyond sports, such as parties, gatherings, and special events. • Provide a dedicated space for physical activities, encourage residents to stay active, and improve overall health. League Sports Foundation 11

https://www.growthegamebaseball.org THE POSSIBLITIES ARE ENDLESS Here are two other complexes that are successful with a vision similar to ours. 12 League Sports Foundation RIPKEN BASEBALL • Ripken Baseball brought over $47 million in economic impact to Maryland’s Harford County. • The Ripken Experience® Aberdeen had over 20,000 participants. • Welcomed more than 90,000 visitors through 38 tournaments this year. GRAND PARK BASEBALL • Grand Park brought over $6.7 million in economic impact to Indiana. • Grand Park had over 39,017 participants. • Welcomed more than 197,275 visitors this year.

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