Cedar Rapids Kernels

Project Description:

• Construction is underway on new 5000+ - seat Veterans Memorial Stadium
• New Stadium replaces current Veterans Memorial Stadium, built in 1949
• Ballpark will have 12 Diamond Suites, 700 Box Seats, excellent sight-lines and state-of-the-art amenities
• Public/Private development
• Kernels are Midwest League (A) affiliate of Anaheim Angels
• Cedar Rapids has been home to professional baseball for over 100 years
• Teams have won 13 championships under several names:

Season	Team	League
1897	Cedar Rapids Rabbits	Western Association
1906	Cedar Rapids Bunnies	Three - I
1922	Cedar Rapids Bunnies	Mississippi Valley
1925	Cedar Rapids Bunnies	Mississippi Valley
1930	Cedar Rapids Bunnies	Mississippi Valley
1937	Cedar Rapids Raiders	Three - I
1940	Cedar Rapids Raiders	Three - I
1941	Cedar Rapids Raiders	Three - I
1942	Cedar Rapids Raiders	Three - I
1958	Cedar Rapids Braves	Three - I
1988	Cedar Rapids Reds	Midwest
1992	Cedar Rapids Reds	Midwest
1994	Cedar Rapids Kernels	Midwest

SFMG Scope of Work:

• Sole marketing agency for Kernels
• Worked with team to create additional revenue streams
• Consulted with architects (Heinlein Schrock Stearns) to enhance design of new Stadium
• Directed Kernels Fan Preview Center design, buildout, and operation
• Currently marketing Naming Rights, Luxury Suites, and Sponsorships

  For more information - www.kernels.com

Project Architects:

Heinlein Schrock Stearns - www.heinleinschrock.com

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