Bats To Host First-Ever Media Hot Dog Eating Contest

The first-ever Louisville Bats Media Hot Dog Eating Contest will take place at Louisville Slugger Field prior to the July 3 Fireworks Extravaganza game on Tuesday, July 3. The contest will begin at approximately 6:15 PM on the field. Gates open at 5:45 PM. 

- The competition will last 5 minutes. Whoever eats the most hot dogs (bun included) in the five minute timeframe will be crowned the 2018 Hot Dog Eating Contest Champion.
- Hot Dogs will be presented by Centerplate.
- Water (or Pepsi product of choice) will be provided to the competitors.
- Gameday staff will be administering the event, with Bats associate broadcaster Matt Schumacker hosting the event.
ESPN LOUISVILLE: Nick Valvano
WAVE3: John Boel
WHAS11: Joe Federle
WLKY: Jay Cardosi
SPECTRUM: Michon Lindstrom
THE COURIER-JOURNAL: Kenzie Winstead
RIVER CITY CARDS: Seth Spalding
BATS MEDIA RELATIONS: Alex Mayer
BATS FAN CONTEST WINNER: Janelle Eden
Think you have what it takes to become the Champion? Fans may enter for a chance to participate in the hot dog eating contest. One lucky fan will be randomly selected to compete! For details & to enter, visit https://goo.gl/forms/Z8puOHoEFi8a2L552
The winner will receive a specially made trophy, as well as a prize pack courtesy of the Louisville Bats, and of course the admiration and respect of your peers and the entire city of Louisville.
With gates opening on Tuesday at 5:45, the Hot Dog Eating Contest will be available for fans with a game ticket.