PCL1 Round Rock Express

Manny Ramirez & River Cats Prowl in for a Four-Game Series Starting Tonight

Published on May 21, 2012 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Round Rock Express News Release


Monday, May 21 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Sacramento River Cats (Oakland A's)

- Presented by KEYE & 103.5 BOB FM

- $1 Hot Dogs & Sodas compliments of Mrs Baird's

- Chasco Community Partner of the Night: Muscular Dystrophy Assoc.

- Fireworks Plus Ticket Plan Game

- Purchase Tickets

Tuesday, May 22 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Sacramento River Cats

- Presented by KASE 101

- 2-For Tuesday - buy one ticket, get one free

- Chasco Community Partner of thet Night: Nolan Ryan Foundation

- Purchase Tickets

Wednesday, May 23 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Sacramento River Cats

- Presented by Mix 94.7

- Winning Wednesday presented by Texas Lottery

- GIVEAWAY: Texas Lottery Koozie (first 1,000 fans 18 & up)

- Sodexo "STOP Hunger" Canned Food Drive

- Texas State Technical College Expo - free for all game attendees

- Chasco Community Partner of the Night: NCMEC

- Fireworks Plus Ticket Plan Game

- Purchase Tickets

Thursday, May 24 | 7:05 p.m. | vs. Sacramento River Cats

- Presented by 93.7 KLBJ FM

- The Original Thirsty Thursday presented by Firetrol Protection Systems

- Mommy & Baby Expo in the United Heritage Center

- Chasco Community Partner of the Night: American Heart Assoc.

- Double Play Ticket Plan

- Purchase Tickets

Mommy & Baby Expo in the United Heritage Center May 24

Join us during the Thursday, May 24 Express game for the Mommy & Baby Expo in the United Heritage Center. The expo is free for all game attendees and will feature a variety of vendors offering services and advice on activities for kids and families, fun things for moms and dads, healthy living, nutrition and more!

For more information, please contact Kathy Irwin at irwinenterprises@gmail.com.

'Pink in the Park' Returns Thursday, June 21

For the fourth consecutive season, the Round Rock Express Baseball Club will turn The Dell Diamond pink in support of the Austin Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Thursday, June 21, will be "Pink in the Park" night as the Express host the Iowa Cubs at 7:05 p.m.

The Round Rock Express will donate $3 from each Reserved seat ticket and $2 from each Lawn seat ticket purchased online when using the Special Offer Code "pink". All those who purchase tickets online between now and June 1 will be entered in a random drawing for a pink jersey where 5 separate winners will be selected.

Visit the Komen Austin website to learn more about the event and how to reserve your spot at The Dell Diamond.

Spirit Fest is Back and Bigger Than Ever!

It's back and bigger than ever! Spirit Fest returns to The Dell Diamond on Sunday, November 11th for a day of faith, family, fun and freedom - This Veteran's Day weekend celebration will again feature today's biggest Christian artists!

We know that Texas-native David Crowder will be on the bill so listen this week to Spirit 105.9 to find out who else will be playing at this all-day family music festival!

Get your tickets at the Express Box Office today by calling (512) 255-2255 x 6 and get a $5 discount. Plus, enter to win a custom Spirit Fest guitar at The Railyard Team Store!

Find out more information and how you can get involved at www.Spirit1059.com!

Baseball's Greatest Flick Promotion Thursday, June 14

The Round Rock Express and Flix Brewhouse are "co-starring" to bring fans "Baseball's Greatest Flick Promotion" Thursday, June 14 at The Dell Diamond. Over the coming weeks Express players and fans will be asked to vote on their favorite baseball movie as we settle once and for all which flick reigns supreme!

During the June 14th game vs. the Oklahoma City Redhawks, one lucky fan will be randomly selected for the Grand Prize (dinner for two and a movie) AND their whole section will be invited to a private screening of the winning movie - which will be announced that night! The screening will take place at Flix Brewhouse Monday, June 18 and they'll also host a Q&A with two Express players before the movie.

Be on the lookout for more information on "Baseball's Greatest Flick Promotion" and how you can cast your vote!

'School's Out Scavenger Hunt' Saturday, June 2

Kick off your summer right as Spike and the Express host a "School's Out Scavenger Hunt" Saturday, June 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! The first stop on the hunt will be at The Dell Diamond where fans can find their first clue.

The Express Street Team will be passing out small giveaways at each stop and all participants who complete the scavenger hunt will be entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize!

Check out the Round Rock Express Facebook and Twitter for more details!

Express Summer Camps Are Open for Registration

The Round Rock Express will host three Half-Day Summer Camps for players ages 6-11 and a Full Day/Overnight Camp for players ages 8 and up at The Dell Diamond this summer. The Half-Day Camps are June 11-14, June 25-28 and July 23-26, and the Full Day/Overnight Camp is July 9-12.

The Half-Day Camps are for ages 6-11 and runs from 9 a.m. to noon. This session is an instructional/development camp, focusing on the fundamentals of hitting, throwing and fielding. The Full Day/Overnight Camp is for ages 8 and up and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the overnighters staying at The Dell Diamond. This session is an advanced/specialty camp, focusing on specific positions, pitching, catching, base running, theory and strategy, and scrimmage games will be held on The Dell Diamond field.

For additional information and to enroll, contact camp director and Express Asst. GM Chris Almendarez at 512-238-2214 or via email at calmendarez@rrexpress.com.

REGISTER ONLINE

USA Football Hosts the 2012 IFAF Under-19 World Championship

The Round Rock Express and USA Football are happy to announce a marketing partnership for this summer's 2012 IFAF Under-19 World Championship in Austin, TX June 30 - July 7. The U-19 World Championship hosted by USA Football, brings together eight teams of high school-age players representing four continents in a celebration of the sport through competition and cultural exchange. The eight-day tournament culminates in a gold-medal championship game.

Through this partnership, all Round Rock Express fans can attend any tournament game for nearly 60% off (just $5 per ticket). For more information about the tournament or to purchase your tickets, visit www.u19championship.com/tickets/. (Enter offer code: express)

USA Football is a non-profit organization and is the national governing body for the sport of football in the United States. Their organization is also the official youth football development partner of the NFL and the NFL Players Association.

For any further questions, please call (609) 662-4495 or email ticketservices@usafootbal.com.

Go Cruzin' With the Round Rock Express

The Round Rock Express have announced the 3rd Annual Express Alumni Cruise. The seven-day trip, coordinated through Round Rock Travel, takes place December 16-23, 2012, in the western Caribbean Sea through Royal Caribbean Cruise Line out of Galveston.

Several alumni will be in attendance for the cruise including currrent manager Bobby Jones and his wife Debbie. Points of call on the trip include Roatan, Honduras, Belize City, Belize and Cozumel, Mexico.

For more information on booking your spot on the Express Alumni Cruise, contact Round Rock Travel at (512) 255-4011.

Express Yourself at The Railyard Team Store

Swing by the Railyard to check out some new Express items including: an Express drawstring bag, Express acrylic tumbler cups and the widely-popular snap-back hats!

Can't make it out to the store? Don't worry, you can always browse the online store!




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