18-Jul-2011
Indianapolis (July 18, 2011) - Local business owner Jim Wolff of Indy South Extra Innings, a premier, state-of-the-art indoor baseball and softball training facility, was recently named Franchisee of the Year at the company’s national 2011 Team Meeting in Danvers, Mass. The prestigious award is reserved for owners who exemplify exceptional performance, contribution to the system and active community involvement.“The ownership group at the Indy South Extra Innings is a top performer in our business,” said Extra Innings Vice President of Operations Mark Andrews. “It’s a hard working, family-run business that has continually put the youth and the community first. Not only is their business performance stellar, they also epitomize the true meaning of the word ‘teammates’ and always are willing to help out a fellow franchisee.”
Despite a down economy, the Indy South location has managed to continue to grow their business with overall business up 21 percent over 2010. They continue to grow in all aspects of the business including lessons, team workouts and team sales.
“I’m so honored to be recognized as Franchisee of the Year and to be part of such a great company and team,” said Wolff. “Extra Innings has been an awesome opportunity and it’s given me a chance to be involved and make a difference in the Indianapolis community. I’m looking forward to continued success and expanding the concept throughout Indiana.”
Established in 1996, Extra Innings provides state-of-the-art practice facilities, professional instruction and a nationally recognized Pro Shop to fulfill the needs of players of all ages and ability levels in a fun, family atmosphere. The Extra Innings Franchise Company was started in 2004 to franchise the unique and profitable business model throughout the United States. Extra Innings has 40 locations in 19 states in all regions of the country and projections call for close to 60 locations to be in operation by the end of 2012. For more information, visit www.extrainnings.us or contact Ashley Varano at 978-762-0448.

