Jackson Rancheria River Cats Partnership: $10K Grand Slam Winner & Community Giving
As a dedicated partner of the Sacramento River Cats, Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort was thrilled to help close out the 2023 season in style. The action-packed Fan Appreciation Day featured several memorable moments, from throwing the first pitch to awarding $10,000 in the Grand Slam Cash Drawing.
First Pitch Tradition
To kick off the festivities, a Jackson Rancheria Tribal Member and his family had the honor of throwing the first pitch at the final home game of the season — a proud moment celebrating the tribe’s heritage and partnership with the team.
Donation to the Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Diabetes Program
At the end of the 3rd inning, Jackson Rancheria presented a donation check to the Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Diabetes Program.
Throughout the 2023 season, Jackson Rancheria pledged $75 per stolen base during home games — resulting in 61 stolen bases and a donation total of $4,575.
This initiative reflects the Resort’s broader commitment to community giving and supporting health-focused programs.
$10,000 Grand Slam Cash Drawing
Perhaps the most anticipated moment of the day was the $10,000 Grand Slam Cash Drawing, which took fan engagement to the next level.
Here’s how it worked:
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From August 16 through September 16, three fans were randomly selected at each home game to play a High and Low Cards game.
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Winners from each game received:
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Entry into the $10,000 final drawing
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A custom Jackson Rancheria jersey
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Tickets to Fan Appreciation Day
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Additionally, fans could enter online via Fan Compass for a final drawing spot.
During the 7th inning stretch, 17 finalists gathered atop the dugout. When the moment came, contestants simultaneously opened their prize boxes — and one lucky fan walked away with $10,000!
The remaining 16 runner-ups received a Play Stay Dine certificate for Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, plus River Cats merchandise.
A Winning Partnership
“On behalf of Jackson Rancheria, we greatly value our partnership with the Sacramento River Cats, and we are pleased with the awesome events that took place at the last home game of the season,” said Jake Zanetta, General Manager of Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort.
“We hope that our donation to the Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Diabetes Program will make a significant impact, and we are excited for our Grand Slam Cash Drawing winner. It was great to see all the contestants walking around the stadium in their custom Jackson Rancheria jerseys. True to our mission, we pride ourselves on bringing phenomenal, one-of-a-kind experiences to the region.”
About the Jackson Rancheria River Cats Partnership
The Jackson Rancheria River Cats partnership was a key highlight of the 2023 season. Jackson Rancheria proudly assumed naming rights for the Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort Legacy Club — the first all-inclusive club space of its kind at Sutter Health Park.
Beyond offering a premium game-day experience, the Legacy Club also hosts corporate meetings, holiday parties, wedding receptions, and more.
Learn More & Stay Connected
To explore other exciting community giving programs and events, visit Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort’s community page.
View the Ledger Dispatch article for more.
