Hillsboro Hops, Hometown Heroes return!
Spring is here, and once again the Hillsboro Hops return for their third season at Ron Tonkin Field. The Hops season kicks off on June 18th following an impressive 2nd season, hoping to reclaim back-to-back Northwest League championships.
At the May 12th Business Forum, join Hops General Manager, KL Wombacher and team mascot Barley (two time winner of best mascot in the Northwest league), as we take a look at the Hops first two seasons, and what the future holds.
K.L. Wombacher, Executive Vice President & General Manager: K.L. enters his eleventh year as general manager, and his fifteenth season with the franchise. In the Fall of 2006, K.L. joined the ownership group. Beginning his career with the Yakima Bears as an intern during the 2001 season, K.L. joined the full-time staff after completing his degree in Fitness and Sports Management from Central Washington University. He was the Director of Stadium Operations and Assistant General Manager before his promotion to General Manager in September of 2004. In 2008 and 2013, K.L. was honored by his peers as League Executive of the Year for the Northwest League and has served as the NW League Vice President.
All members are invited to attend at the Walters Cultural Arts Center from 11:30am-1:00pm. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for guests- RSVP required- includes lunch. Cancellations must be received 48 hours prior to event for full refund. Contact Shelly Olsen at shellyo@hillchamber.org or 503.726.2145 for more information.