With whom are the Schaumburg Flyers affiliated? The Schaumburg Flyers are a member of the independent Northern League, a 6 team professional league. Because the Northern League is independent, the Flyers have no affiliation with any major league organization. The Northern League has the freedom to deal with any big league club when trying to negotiate contracts for its players. Northern League players are scouted and signed by major league organizations.
Since the Flyers are not affiliated with major league organizations, what is the talent level of the players on the roster? Most Northern League players have a skill level comparable to a Double A (AA) minor league player. The Northern League also has many players with Triple A (AAA) and major league experience.
Do the Schaumburg Flyers ever play affiliated
teams? Members of the Northern League do not play teams affiliated with Major League Baseball.
How do I find out about public transportation
to Alexian Field? Alexian Field is serviced by METRA. The Milwaukee District/ West Line (Elgin/Big Timber Line) stops directly adjacent to Alexian Field. For more information or route scheduling, call Metra Metropolitan Rail at (847) 895-9260.
How can I listen to the Schaumburg Flyers
games live? Flyers games will be broadcast over the internet this summer. The link to the games can be found on the Flyers webpage www.flyersbaseball.com.
To whom do I send a request for a charitable
donation for my church, school or organization? Requests for charitable donations must be submitted on letterhead containing the date, sponsor and purpose of the event at least three weeks in advance to the following address:
Community Relations Dept.
Schaumburg Flyers Baseball
1999 S. Springinsguth Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60193Requests may also be faxed to the following number:
Attn: Community Relations Dept.
(847) 891-6441
Who is the official mascot of the Schaumburg
Flyers? "Bearon", the official mascot of the Schaumburg Flyers, entertains fans young and old in the stands and participates in various events during Flyers home games. "Bearon" is also available for public functions. For additional information, contact Community Relations Dept. of the Schaumburg Flyers at (847) 891-2255.
Can I bring a camera or video tape recorder
to the ballpark? Fans are permitted to bring cameras and video equipment into the stadium provided that they are intended for personal use only. Fans are not permitted to stand in the aisles, wells or walkways, or obstruct others from viewing the game while taking photographs. Tripods and monopods for photographic equipment are not permitted in the stadium and fans will be asked to return this equipment to their vehicles before entering the stadium.
Can I carry containers into Alexian Field? Coolers, cans and bottles of any type (including water bottles) are not permitted in the stadium.
How long does a Flyers game usually last? A Flyers game averages about 2 hours and 40 minutes (2:40).
What time do stadium gates open before
Flyers games? Alexian Field gates open one hour and twenty minutes prior to the start of a regular game. Due to a Village of Schaumburg policy, no tailgating is allowed prior to the opening of stadium gates or at anytime during Flyers games.
How can my child celebrate his or her
birthday at the ballpark? Vist our Kids Programs link for more information on scheduling a birthday party
Are tours of Alexian Field available? Tours of Alexian Field are available for your group. Please call Community Relations Dept. of the Schaumburg Flyers at (847) 891-2255 for further details.
Are ATM machines available at Alexian
Field? For your convenience, Automated Teller Machines (ATM's) are located on the stadium concourse level of Alexian Field.