THE FINTASTIC FIRST EDITION 2 Sharks Fans, Wow! We missed each and every one of you. Welcome back to Buck Hardee Field at Legion Stadium for the 24th summer of Wilmington Sharks at The Shark Tank!

Through the season that never was in 2020, the Sharks maintained our mission dedicated to promoting and providing a safe, fun, affordable and exciting family atmosphere for our fintastic fans. More so, we aspire to continue to be a positive influence on the greater Cape Fear community.

So, in the time you spend at the ballpark we encourage you to take part in the numerous amenities we provide for fans of all ages and to enjoy everything we strive to provide each time you visit us for a night at the ballpark. Whether you're having a feeding frenzy on our concessions offerings or refreshing your gills with a cool drink from the Bill's Front Porch Beer Garden, our goal is to ensure you have the absolute best experience possible.

After losing so much in 2020, we want YOU to have an escape from the everyday worries of life while enjoying Sharks baseball but steadfastly encourage you to adhere to safe practices prescribed in local and state health guidelines. We also encourage you to practice good sportsman ship in regard to your fellow fans, members of both teams on the field and the umpires throughout your visit to Buck Hardee Field. Remember that sharks can be fierce but they don't often swim alone.

If you do encounter any issues during your experience at Buck Hardee Field, please find the nearest Sharks staff member and allow us to resolve any matters large or small. And whether it's your first or 500th game with us, we're glad you are here!

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3 3 JUDGMENT-FREE WILMINGTON LOCATIONS

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4 5 MEET THE SHARKS STAFF

ALLAN LUSK - GENERAL MANAGER Allan brings nine years of Minor League Baseball experience to the Sharks, most recently with the Biloxi Shuckers, Double-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. He spent six years with the Shuckers while playing a key role in the development and creation of the new franchise and the opening of the Shuckers’ new stadium, MGM Park. He also spent time with the Kinston Indians (former High-A affiliate of the ), the Corpus Christi Hooks (Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros), and the Bowling Green Hot Rods (Class A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays). NICK CAREY - ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Nick enters his first season with the Sharks after nearly 10 years in varying levels and positions in baseball. The alum of Middle Tennessee State University spent three years assisting the Blue Raider baseball program before taking his first professional role with an Astros affiliate in 2015 then becoming a general manager in Princeton, WV the next season. Most recently, he spent more than two years with the Burlington Bees assisting the team in all facets of sales, ballpark operations and community relations. DANIEL COVINGTON - DIRECTOR OF GROUP SALES Daniel is entering his 1st season with the Wilmington Sharks. A native of the Cape Fear region, Daniel graduated from NC State in 2019 with a Degree in Sport Management and brings with him 3+ years of experience within the industry. He has worked with the NHL's & New Jersey Devils, the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, the CPL's & Minor League Baseball's Trenton Thunder. He brings to the team a background with experience in promotions, operations, marketing, sales and food & beverage! In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family and enjoys hobbies like golf, disc golf & skim-boarding! TOM LAMONT - DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY RELATIONS Tom joined the sharks Front office after a 20 year career in broadcast journalism and an additional 20