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Published on August 24, 2005 under Carolina League (CarL1)
Potomac Nationals News Release


Schedule and Promotions Highlights:

Aug 24 vs. Salem 7:05

FAMILY FUN FEST! Presented by Principal Financial Group. FREE interactive games, exhibits and demonstrations outside the gates of the Pfitz before the game starting at 4:00p.m. Then after the game, stay to watch the feature movie: Shrek 2 on a portable, state-of-the-art video projection system featuring digital picture and sound!

Aug 25 vs. Salem 7:05

"HAIRIEST BACK AT THE BALL PARK" CONTEST! sponsored by Cosmetic & Laser Services of Dr. Don Brideau and Dr. Foster Montalbano. The winner will receive a complimentary laser hair removal service valued at $2,500. Call 703-590-2311 by TODAY, August 24th to enter!

DOLLAR NIGHT! Presented by The Washington Post. $1 hot dogs, Pepsi, popcorn and grandstand tickets! (Available when gates open)

Sept 3 vs. Winston-Salem 7:05

FINAL FIREWORKS SHOW OF THE SEASON! Sponsored by Dale City Volunteer Fire Department. The first 1,000 fans will also receive a FREE Potomac Nationals lanyard courtesty of DCVFD!

Sept 4 vs. Winston-Salem 6:35

FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT! Prizes will be drawn throughout the game!

Sept 5 vs. Winston-Salem 1:35

FINAL REGULAR SEASON GAME!

DOLLAR DAY! Presented by The Washington Post. $1 hot dogs, Pepsi, popcorn and grandstand tickets! (Available when gates open)

For a full list of all of our exciting promotions, visit our website at http://www.potomacnationals.com/promotions.html. More promotions will be added in the coming weeks! All promotions, dates and times are subject to change.

Nationals News:

UNCLE SLAM VOTED THE #1 MOST COLORFUL CHARACTER IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY

Uncle Slam, the popular new mascot of the Potomac Nationals, has been named the #1 Most Colorful Character in Prince William County in a poll of readers conducted by The Manassas Journal Messenger and The Potomac News.

Uncle Slam, in his patriotic red, white and blue ensemble, was unveiled prior to the game on April 30, 2005 and became an instant fan favorite. His irresistible smile and magnetic personality have made him a huge hit with kids, and adults, at Pfitzner Stadium this season. He can be seen cheering on the P-Nats at all home games and he likes to shake hands, sign autographs and greet fans before, during and after games. Uncle Slam also makes appearances throughout the community, including visits to schools, hospitals, birthday parties, parades and many other fun events.

To book an appearance by Uncle Slam, contact Maureen Connolly, Director of Community Relations, at 703-590-2311 ext. 224.

DON'T MISS FAMILY FUN FEST TONIGHT AUGUST 24th!

Sponsored by Principal Financial Group. Arrive Early and Stay Late! The fun begins with FREE interactive games, exhibits and demonstrations outside the gates before the game, starting at 4:00 p.m. Then stay after the game to enjoy the feature movie: Shrek 2, on a portable, state-of-the-art video projection system featuring digital picture and sound! A game ticket is required for the game and the movie.

"HAIRIEST BACK AT THE BALLPARK" CONTEST sponsored by Cosmetic & Laser Services of Dr. Don Brideau and Dr. Foster Montalbano. Do you have a hairy back or chest, or know someone who does? If so, register for the first-ever "Hairiest Back at the Ballpark" Contest on TOMORROW AUGUST 25th at Pfitzner Stadium. The winner will receive a complimentary laser hair removal service valued at $2,500 courtesy of Doctors Brideau and Montalbano (call the Nationals office by the end of the day TODAY to register). If you don't want to participate in the pre-game Hairy Back Contest but would like to win, there will also be a drawing for a complimentary laser removal service valued at $1,200. Stop by the table on the concourse to register for your chance to win. All entrants must be at least 18 years of age.

JASON STEVENSON NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK FOR THE SECOND WEEK IN A ROW

Jason Stevenson delivers for the Nationals

Potomac Nationals left-handed pitcher Jason Stevenson was been named Pitcher of the week for the week of August 15-21. This is the second week in a row that Stevenson has been awarded the honor.

Stevenson went 2-0 with a 2.08 ERA in two starts last week. He went 8.1 innings allowing only three runs on six hits with six strikeouts at Frederick on August 15th. He topped that performance with a complete game against Kinston this past Saturday, August 20th . He allowed only one run on five hits while striking out eight in the Nationals 7-1 victory over the Indians. Stevenson's record with the Nationals improves to 4-3 with a 3.38 ERA for the season.

Winston-Salem outfielder Noah Hall was named the Carolina League Batter of the Week.

Hall went 11-for-25 for the week with a .440 batting average, .880 slugging percentage and .563 on-base-percentage. He hit two home runs and five doubles. Hall also scored nine runs, drove in three and stole two bases in seven games against Wilmington and at Salem.

THE P-NATS SEASON WINDS DOWN

Aug 17 Frederick 5 Potomac 4 Salomon Manriquez hit a two-run homer in the top of the seventh to give the Nationals a 4-2 lead until the eighth when they Keys would tie it up at four. The Nationals couldn't hold off Frederick's Mario Delgado as he hit a solo shot for the win in the ninth.

Aug 18 Frederick 9 Potomac 2 Frank Diaz had an RBI that scored Desmond for the P-Nats first run in the seventh followed by Kory Casto's RBI single that scored Jason Belcher.

Aug 19 Kinston 4 Potomac 2 Greg Thissen was back in the lineup after being on the DL and went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI. LHP Brett Price pitched six innings allowing three runs on four hits and three walks and he struck out eight.

Aug 20 Potomac 7 Kinston 1 Jason Stevenson pitched a complete game allowing only one run on five hits. He walked none and struck out eight. Offensively, Casto, Shawn Norris and Josh Whitesell all homered in the game.

Aug 21 Kinston 3 Potomac 1 The game was held at a scoreless tie until the seventh when Chad Chop singled to score Vince Rooi and put the Nationals on the board. Unfortunately, the Nationals wouldn't hold the lead long as Kinston went onto the win.

Aug 23 Salem 8 Potomac 2 Norris had a double in the fifth that knocked in Chop and Doc Brooks for the 2-1 lead until Salem came back in the sixth.

The Nationals will continue the three-game series tonight starting at 7:05PM. LHP Mike Hinckley is the probable starter for the P-Nats. The Avalanche will send RHP Matt Albers to counter Hinckley. The series finale is set for tomorrow night at 7:05 and then the Nationals head to Kinston where they will play a four game set before going to Myrtle Beach for three games. The team returns home for the final three games of the season on Saturday September 3, 2005.

To listen to the games, visit our website www.potomacnationals.com and click where it says: Listen to Live play-by-play!

Ticket Information:

Buy tickets online via our website at www.potomacnationals.com or call 703-590-2311 ext. 225. You may also purchase them at the ticket office M-F 10am-5pm and when gates open on game days. If you have questions, contact the Potomac Nationals Ticket Office at 703-590-2311 ext. 225 or e-mail tickets@potomacnationals.com

Group Events:

Let the Nationals feed your group before the game! Our picnic buffet options give fans a choice of two menus, and can adequately feed any appetite. The event begins one hour and fifteen minutes prior to the game and ends as the game begins. Minimum is 20 guests. Picnic packages include a reserved seat ticket, entrees, several side items, chips, dessert, drinks and $2.00 beer. Please call (703) 590-2311 ext. 213 or log onto www.potomacnationals.com/groups.html for more details!

For information on these or other exciting group events offered throughout the season, please call (703) 590-2311 ext. 213 or visit www.potomacnationals.com/groups.html

Merchandise:

SHOW OFF YOUR NATIONALS SPIRIT! Shop at The Team Store for all kinds of Potomac Nationals and Washington Nationals merchandise. Take your pick between a variety of fitted and adjustable hats, long-sleeved and short-sleeved t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets and blankets! The Team store also carries novelty items such as seat cushions, horns, foam fingers and 3-D glasses and collectibles like mini bats, logo baseballs and Team Card Sets. With such great variety, you'll want to buy it all! And don't forget, Team Store merchandise makes a great gift for the #1 Nationals fan in your family!

Check out the store online at www.potomacnationals.com or stop by and visit us at the stadium any Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.

We look forward to seeing you at the ballpark this season!

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