April 4, 200620 yr If you were incharge of promotions, specials etc: what would you do to get fans out to the ballpark. Maybe the FO will read this and get ideas. I would do.. Kids Day - (Kids 12 and under get a free hot dog and drink on Weekend/Weekday games) College Night- College kids (Free Drink and Hotdog) If the Marlins win everyone gets a free ticket Raffles- Chance to meet the players (Numbers called out during the game) Day games- Free bottle of water Any more ideas? This will probably never happen but its just an idea. We really won't be losing money because more people more $$$ being spent. Parking, Food etc:. They still have to buy the tickets.
April 4, 200620 yr For the Marlins, I'd make more incentives to have season tickets in such a down year. Like an enhanced meet and greet, autograph days, that sort of thing. Given the location and season outlook it's impossible to reach out to the casual fan, I think serious steps need to be taken to lock up the serious fans who are just disgusted with what went on in the offseason; that's the franchise's bread and butter right there, can't walk away from it. Here's a crazy thought that would never work, but why not do half-price for every game started by Dontrelle for just this season? Anyone who watches him pitch can't help but love baseball...and that's the goal at this point.
April 4, 200620 yr Change the ticket prices to accurately reflect the level of on field talent. 4 Dollars not the right price to watch this team??? BTW Holly, last season they did have a college night, but you didnt get any free food or beer. Marlins aren't in charge of that... thats all Mr. WAYNE
April 4, 200620 yr Change the ticket prices to accurately reflect the level of on field talent. because they're so expensive now? How cheap do you want them, and do you think people aren't going because they can't afford tickets??
April 4, 200620 yr topless private in between inning sessions from the mermaid of your choice to anyone 21 and over and willing to give money for it $25 minimum (plus tips to mermaids) im thinking it will be a good way to bring people / make money ... mixing sports & tits and all
April 4, 200620 yr topless private in between inning sessions from the mermaid of your choice to anyone 21 and over and willing to give money for it $25 minimum (plus tips to mermaids) im thinking it will be a good way to bring people / make money ... mixing sports & tits and all This man is thinking.
April 4, 200620 yr Change the ticket prices to accurately reflect the level of on field talent. because they're so expensive now? How cheap do you want them, and do you think people aren't going because they can't afford tickets?? Yes, but substantially increased prices for a greatly diminished product is just not fair and it's bad business.
April 4, 200620 yr Get something similar to the Krispy Kreme deal (change it to like 10 hits though). I remember the fascination with it in '04, and how many people would bring relative signs and cheer as they approached the magic number.
April 4, 200620 yr An ad campaign that introduces the players to the public. Forget about firesales and stadium debates, focus on baseball and the personalities. If people can get to know just a little bit about the players and their personalities, people will be able to relate to them and will be more interested. Billboards and newspaper ads that each feature one individual player, with a big picture of that player, postition and number, and like two or three random facts about him will go a long way to having people feel like they know that player and make them want to root for him to do well. Then they'll see him on SportsCenter, for example, and they'll know who he is, and maybe even get excited about the team. Get people interested and knowledable about these players and they'll feel like they're a part of the team in a way- like they're "in the club."
April 4, 200620 yr Billboards and newspaper ads that each feature one individual player, with a big picture of that player, postition and number, and like two or three random facts about him what kind of random facts? 1 ... hasnt played a major league game 2 ... we dont know what to expect but we hope he's good 3 ... he has a dog named cookie players need to get out to the streets ... but its hard with such a long campaign
April 4, 200620 yr With gameday revenues such a small source of revenue, the Marlins should focus on cultivating a strong relationship with young fans. However the effort may not be worth it given the possibility of relocation. I'd consider the effort worth it though. I believe present discounts do not translate well to establishing a strong fan base. You send a negative impression of the quality of your product.
April 4, 200620 yr How about a 'generations' night or something? You can bring a parent and/or grandparent for free. Or a grandparent can bring a son and/or grandson for free. Basically, a 2-for-1 or 3-for-1 deal. As Tony Soprano would say: "Hey, we're family."
April 4, 200620 yr what kind of random facts? 1 ... hasnt played a major league game 2 ... we dont know what to expect but we hope he's good 3 ... he has a dog named cookie players need to get out to the streets ... but its hard with such a long campaign Maybe something like this... Hanley Ramirez, Shortstop, #2 ::big smiling picture of him:: * Rated one of baseball's top prospects * Considered a 5-tool player * Models playing style after Derek Jeter ?He can run. He can hit. He has power. He runs the bases well, plays good defense. He's fun to watch. Nothing he really does makes you say, 'I can't believe he made that play, or got that hit.' If you're around him long enough, you're not surprised.? ?Joe Girardi, Marlins Manager Mike Jacobs, First Base, #17 ::big smiling picture of him:: * Hit 11 Home Runs in 100 at bats last season * Sweet left handed swing compared to Ken Griffey, Jr. * Pedro Martinez once fought to keep him on Major League roster "I was just like him at one point, and when they gave me the opportunity I became who I am today. I wish him the same thing... and I know that he's going to do good." ? Pedro Martinez
April 4, 200620 yr Change the ticket prices to accurately reflect the level of on field talent. because they're so expensive now? How cheap do you want them, and do you think people aren't going because they can't afford tickets?? actually, if we do it based on "talent", the ticket prices would go up :mischief
April 4, 200620 yr free lapdances by the mermaids LOL..... Maybe they could pay us to go to games....Honestly they should have may more of those games where they give out a certain item likes hats ext. Something like that.
April 4, 200620 yr MarlinatPenn ... those facts give me absolutly no desire to go to a game ... I go to games to support my team regardless of the talent they are putting in the field but those facts wont do anything to anyone simply market the only two marketable players ... Willis & Cabrera then you can have another adverstiment for the baby marlins ... a group picture billboard kind of thing but nothing about facts ... i dont think it would do much to your regular south florida fan
April 4, 200620 yr get a stadium deal complete with no attachments (like additional funding from the State) once the average fan can trust that the team will be here for the long haul, they will be back
April 4, 200620 yr For all our New York fans, I think we need to do a Bobby Granger's guide to the Marlins. If you watch MSG, you know what I'm talking about.
April 4, 200620 yr MarlinatPenn ... those facts give me absolutly no desire to go to a game ... I go to games to support my team regardless of the talent they are putting in the field but those facts wont do anything to anyone simply market the only two marketable players ... Willis & Cabrera then you can have another adverstiment for the baby marlins ... a group picture billboard kind of thing but nothing about facts ... i dont think it would do much to your regular south florida fan you go to games to support the team regardless, as do I, but the casual fan goes to see star power... there is the perception this is a Minor League team with a bunch of Bad News Bears... introduce the new faces, explain to people that they have talent, and are highly thought of, and it will work towards improving the recently tarnered image of this team... people are skeptical of ownership, and are upset that the "stars" were traded... explain to people that these new guys are "stars" too... and there is still something to cheer for, despite any possible hatred towards ownership.
April 4, 200620 yr Lower the price of the cheapest tickets from $8 to like $3. I don't really care if it brings more people to the ballpark, I just want to go to more games. :whistle
April 4, 200620 yr Lower the price of the cheapest tickets from $8 to like $3. I don't really care if it brings more people to the ballpark, I just want to go to more games. :whistle You're telling me that 5 dollars keeps you from coming to the games? Or maybe I misread that.
April 4, 200620 yr The White Sox do a kids day, and all tickets for kids 12 and under are $1. I am not sure if they are doing it this year, but for about the last 8 years they did do it. It will take a helluva lot more then a free drink and/or hot dog to get people to come to the game
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