Inflatable Tunnel Generates Excitement for Mining-Town Team

Inflatable "Mine Shaft" Tunnel Generates a Thrilling Entrance

Nestled in the heart of West Virginia's coal country, Mingo Central High School is justly proud of its mining heritage. When the school sought a symbol to inspire its team and thrill its fans at home games, they settled on... a mine shaft. An inflatable one, that is.

Says Mingo Football Boosters Club's Wes Wilson, "We wanted something special, unique, and that encapsulated our logo." That's exactly what they got.

At 11.5 feet tall, Mingo's inflatable "Mine Shaft" makes a dramatic impression. It's also an integral part of a beloved kickoff ritual. As the Mingo Miners exit the locker room, members touch a piece of coal from an old mine for luck. Then, as excitement builds, the team bursts through the tunnel and roars onto the field.

The crowd eats it up. In fact, the team's thrilling entrance is now so popular that fans show up extra early to see how it works.

Why did Mingo choose Landmark Creations to design and build their inflatable tunnel? According to Wes Wilson, Landmark's reputation was key. "We had heard nothing BUT positive comments towards the quality and craftsmanship of their tunnels," he says. Mingo football fans would agree!

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What Others Say About Landmark Creations

"People love the inflatable! It's been a great photo op for History Center guests."

- Laura Geffre-Rick, Minnesota Historical Society

"Our giant peach is brand new to us and will help us gain name recognition in our community at health fairs, county fairs, farm markets, school events and almost any event we take it to."

- Greg Stone, Peach Tree Healthcare

“The setup is so easy. We have had event tents and other promotional items in the past that were a nightmare to set up and break down. The inflatable is now the easiest part of the setup, and probably the most identifiable.”

- Vaughan Cutillo, Montauk Brewing Company

"Thank you so much for getting the arch to us in time for our event! The arch looked great and we couldn't of been happier with the look. Looking forward to ordering another arch from you for our 2013 events!"

- Holly Vittengl, Gladiator Assault Challenge

"Simply put, the bobbleheads were a real hit at TwinsFest. Over 21,000 fans attended the two-day event raising more than $100,000 for the Twins Community Fund charities."

- Heidi Sammon, Minnesota Twins

"We had the inflatable hockey player out in front of the coliseum and it caused such a crowd! Thanks for the professional job you and your company did for me!"

- Scott Adams, Liquid Box Inc.