Fresno Fuego Press Release - www.fresnofuego.com

Thursday, May 29

FRESNO, CALIF. – The Fresno Fuego announced today that their first-ever jersey auction, held after Friday’s match against the San Jose Frogs, raised $3,075 for Disabled American Veterans.

During the match, Fuego players wore special red, white, and blue jerseys. These jerseys were auctioned off in a live auction following the match.

With more than 1.2 million members, Disabled American Veterans is an organization of disabled veterans who are focused on building better lives for disabled veterans and their families.

The organization accomplishes this goal by providing free assistance to veterans in obtaining benefits and services earned through their military service. It is fully funded through its membership dues and public contributions. It is not a government agency and receives no government funds.

For more information on Disabled American Veterans, visit their website at www.dav.org.

The Fuego open a two-match road trip on Friday at Ventura County. Fresno returns to Chukchansi Park on Thursday, June 5, hosting the Bakersfield Brigade at 7:00 p.m. All fans in attendance receive a Fuego Dance Team Poster, courtesy of Advanced Laser Clinic of Fresno. It’s also Thirsty Thursday, with $1 Tecate and Tecate Light available through the first half, and $1 sodas all night long.

Tickets for all Fuego home games can be purchased at the Chukchansi Park Box Office, or by calling (559) 320-TIXS. For more information on the Fuego, visit the team’s new website at www.fresnofuego.com.