The Atlanta Braves and Pointstreak 5050: A Brave, New World
Apr 10th, 2012 |
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The Atlanta Braves, the Braves Foundation and Pointstreak 5050. are excited to announce the introduction of the Pointstreak 5050 raffle system into Turner Field for opening day. The Braves made the decision to install Pointstreak 5050 into the ballpark during the offseason and preparations have been ongoing to launch the system on opening day. The Braves Foundation has worked with the Pointstreak 5050 staff to create a holistic solution that will benefit the fans, the team and most importantly the Braves Foundation and their member charities.
Ericka Newsome-Hill, Executive Director of the Atlanta Braves Foundation stated, "The Atlanta Braves Foundation is truly excited about unveiling the new Pointstreak 5050 system at Turner Field. We've seen the results from other teams and organizations and we fully expect the Braves Foundation's 5050 raffles to be an integral part of raising funds in support of the metro Atlanta community." Pointstreak 5050 President Kevin Lovitt remarked, "The Atlanta Braves and the Braves Foundation have set a standard in their preparation to introduce the Pointstreak 5050 system. Our staff has been able to work closely with every Braves department, from marketing to game entertainment, to create a dynamic, customized solution that will become an exciting part of the fan experience at every home game. We want to thank the Braves for allowing us to become a partner in their efforts to benefit charities across metro Atlanta."
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ABOUT Pointstreak 5050:
Pointstreak 5050 is an electronic 50/50 raffle management system that drives consumer participation in raffle events while providing clear accountability for leading sports organizations. The Pointstreak 5050 system electronically captures every transaction while providing updated real-time raffle information to displays (e.g. Jumbotron) located throughout the venue. Tickets are sold to fans through fixed touch-screen terminals and mobile devices, creating an effortless data collection system that provides accountability and eliminates human error. Sports organizations benefit through clear accountability and their associated charities benefit by sharing the revenue of larger raffle pots. Pointstreak 5050 is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pointstreak Sports Technologies Inc. and boasts some of sports' best brands as clients, such as: Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Braves, Boston Bruins, Calgary Flames, Hockey Canada and the Canadian Football League. For more information, visit fifty.pointstreak.com.
ABOUT ATLANTA BRAVES FOUNDATION:
The Atlanta Braves Foundation is the non-profit arm of the Atlanta Braves that actively supports community organizations and their programs within the metro Atlanta area. Since its inception in 1992, the Atlanta Braves Foundation has provided support to thousands of metro Atlanta-based organizations and has annually contributed more than $3.3 million in financial and in-kind assistance to the community. Through the generous support of Braves players, employees, sponsors and fans, the Atlanta Braves Foundation continuously strives to make a positive impact in our community.
