Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights: August 2-3
August 1, 2014 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - The Gwinnett Braves open the month of August with a two-game set against the Charlotte Knights starting Saturday, August 2. The G-Braves will play the Chicago White Sox' Triple-A affiliate from August 2-3 at Coolray Field. Join the festivities as the G-Braves will have exciting promotions for both games.
The homestand kicks off with "Back to School Night" on Saturday, August 2 at 7:05 PM. The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a G-Braves Tin Lunch Box presented by Georgia Power. The mini-series concludes on Sunday at 2:05 PM with "Goodwill Day." Goodwill of North Georgia will have donation trucks and bins outside the concourse for all patrons who are interested in donating. Sunday is also "Sunday Family FunDay," including Pre-Game Catch in the Outfield and the Post-Game Kids Base Run presented by Kid-to-Kid Buford.
Sunday is also the "Day of the Dead" at Coolray Field, as cast members from the hit AMC show The Walking Dead will be at the game. Fans can get autographs and pose for pictures with their favorite zombie/actor for additional costs and also have the ability to win great prizes throughout the day.
Here's a full look at the homestand:
Saturday, August 2
Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM
National Anthem performed by: Addison Baker
Presenting Sponsor: Georgia Power
Features:
§ Back to School Night - Tin Lunch Box Giveaway for the first 2,000 fans in attendance presented by Georgia Power.
Sunday, August 3
Charlotte Knights (Chicago White Sox) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:05 PM
National Anthem performed by: Kindra Shenoy
Presenting Sponsor: Goodwill
Features:
§ Goodwill Day - Goodwill of North Georgia will have donation bins located outside the concourse for all fans interested in donating for a good cause.
§ Pre-Game Catch in the Outfield - Bring your ball and glove to Coolray Field for a pre-game catch in the outfield! The 20-minute catch starts when the gates open.
§ Post-Game Kids Base Run - Let the youngsters loose on the Coolray Field bases after the game. Children must be 12 and under to participate. Sponsored by Kid-to-Kid Buford.
§ Day of the Dead - Members of the cast of the hit TV series The Walking Dead will be on hand for autographs and pictures at additional costs.
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