Dallas Cowboys Great Drew Pearson Will Toss Ceremonial First Pitch

Published on July 27, 2010 under American Association (AA)
Grand Prairie AirHogs News Release


Grand Prairie, TX. The Grand Prairie AirHogs announce the guest appearance of Dallas Cowboys' great Drew Pearson on their upcoming Fireworks Saturday Night, July 31st game versus the El Paso Diablos. Pearson, a sportscaster and former wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys, will toss the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

About Drew Pearson: The accolades accumulated during the ten-year (1973-1983) NFL career of Drew Pearson include three Super Bowl appearances (one victory in 1978), three All-Pro nominations (1974, 1976-77), an All-NFC nomination (1975), a 2nd All-NFC nomination (1978), three Pro Bowl appearances (1974, 1976, 1977), and a 1980 NFL Man of the Year nomination.

Pearson was named All-Pro 3 times (1974, 1976-77) All-NFC in 1975 and 2nd Team All-NFC in 1978. In addition, Pearson was a Pro Bowler in 1974, 1976 and 1977. Pearson led the National Football Conference (NFC) in pass receptions in 1976 with 58. He served as offensive captain for the Cowboys in 1977, 1978, 1982 and 1983.

His career records of 489 receptions and 7,822 receiving yards, along with 189 rushing yards, 155 yards returning kickoffs, and 50 touchdowns (48 receiving and 2 fumble recoveries) earn him a spot among the NFL's greatest wide receivers. Pearson was named one of the Top 20 Pro Football All-Time Wide Receivers, and was also recognized for his achievements by being named to the NFL 1970s All-Decade Team.

Pearson is known around the NFL as "Mr. Clutch" for his numerous clutch catches in game-winning situations, and in particular the "Hail Mary" reception from Roger Staubach that sealed the victory in a 1975 playoff game for the Cowboys-one of the most memorable plays in NFL history.

About Fireworks Saturday Night! : The Grand Prairie AirHogs' "Fireworks Saturday Nights" offer fans an opportunity to watch post-game fireworks following an evening of fun and baseball. This Saturday, July 31st will also feature "Halloween in July" which means fans dressed in Halloween costumes will receive a discounted $5 box seat ticket when they say "Trick-or-Treat" at the box office. Spooky between-inning promotions and a Thriller dance performance by the resident Mini-Michael Jackson will also be featured throughout the night!

Tickets are on-sale now and can be purchased in-person at the QuikTrip Park Box Office, located at 1600 Lone Star Parkway, Grand Prairie, TX 75050, by calling 972.504.9383 or visiting www.airhogsbaseball.com.

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