Hooks Update
Published on August 8, 2007 under Texas League (TL1)
Corpus Christi Hooks News Release
AT A GLANCE - Here's a look at the upcoming homestand: 8/15 vs. ARK 7:05 Join us for Whataburger Fan Day as Dawson Recycling presents Hooks Team Photos to the first 5,000 fans. Come early for an on-field autograph session from 6:00-6:30.
8/16 vs. ARK 7:05 It's a king-sized Thirsty Thursday presented by Stripes. The Hooks pay tribute to Elvis Aaron Presley, the King of Rock & Roll.
8/17 vs. ARK 7:05 Dust off those leisure suits as maestro Clint Musslewhite spins the sounds of the 70's with Friday Fireworks, presented by Bud Light.
8/18 vs. SPR 7:05 Mark Saccomanno Bobbleheads, presented by Watts Law Firm, go to the first 2,5000 fans.
8/19 vs. SPR 6:05 It's HEB Kids Day and the first 1,500 kids 12-and- under enjoy Hooks Lunchboxes, presented by Mrs. Bairds.Bring your Rusty's Kids Club card and receive a free general admission ticket, as well as a 25 percent discount for Animaland Sammy and all youth caps at Hook, Line & Sinker.
8/20 vs. SPR 7:05 Monday's Hooks Hero is Mark Saccomanno. Purchase a limited-edition Saccomanno T-Shirt, hot dog and soda for only $5, subject to availability.
BASEBALL 101 - The third and final Ryan-Sanders Baseball School session is slated for August 15-17. For details, call 361-561-HOOK or register online at cchooks.com
HOOKS AUTOGRAPHS - The Hooks show their appreciation for all fans with a 15-minute autograph session at Hook, Line & Sinker one hour before every game. Infielder Tommy Manzella greets fans Thursday, August 16. Autograph sessions are presented by Sharpie and H-E-B. Here are the details.
"B-G-O!" - The Hooks are planning Craig Biggio Night for Tuesday, August 28. Festivities include retail apparel specials and giveaways, as well as video tributes throughout the game. Biggio, a seven-time all-star and newest member of the 3,000 hit club, announced he will retire at the end of the season. Keep your eyes on cchooks.com for more information.
ONE SWEET RIDE - At every Hooks game, you can register for acustom Hooks chopper, valued over $50,000 and signed by Hall-of-Famer Nolan Ryan. The cost to enter the raffle is $10 and all proceeds benefit the American Diabetes Association. Sign up in Hook, Line & Sinker and at the Whataburger Field Box Office. The drawing will be held Thursday, August 30. Visit cchooks.com for more information.
THE REST OF THE STORY - The ties that bind and Hooks outfielder Ray Sadler are the subject of this week's website feature.
WEBSITE POLL - It's lonely at the top. Forty-two percent of the 452 who voted in last week's poll thought that the NBA's David Stern is the commissioner who's losing the most sleep due to recent scandals. Bud Selig of Major League Baseball checked in with 24 percent, while the NFL's Roger Goodell placed third at 19. This week, it's all about the King on film.... To log your entry, go to cchooks.com and scroll down the home page.
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