
Blue Wahoos Homestand Highlights April 9th-13th
April 8, 2015 - Southern League (SL1)
Pensacola Blue Wahoos News Release
PENSACOLA, Fla., - The Pensacola Blue Wahoos open the season against the Biloxi Shuckers on April 9th through April 13th at Pensacola Bayfront Stadium. The first homestand features great food, fireworks, special appearances and giveaways such as magnetic schedules and hats.
What's Cookin': Chef Travis Wilson has prepared the Jackpot Nacho$, a winning combination that doesn't require luck to enjoy! It features lightly fried scallops and sautéed shrimp, topped with avocado de gallo, spicy mayo and a lemon sour cream! Served in our signature souvenir Frisbee, this dish can be found at Port Side Grille.
Featured Merch: Bait and Tackle is featuring MV Sport Sweatshirt Blankets for the homestand. This blanket features a pro-weave design that gives you that super comfy sweatshirt feel! It's perfect for catching a game on the berm, spending some time at the beach or getting cozy at home! It's available in Hot Pink, Caribbean Blue and Royal Blue. Not available online, get yours while you can!
Thursday, April 9th vs. Biloxi Shuckers
First pitch at 6:30 p.m., Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
National Anthem - Firefall who had hits like "You Are the Woman" and "Just Remember I Love You" in the 70s.
Flyover - Training Wing 6 out of NAS Pensacola be performing a pregame flyover.
Giveaway - Magnetic Schedule presented by Andrews Institute/WEAR.
Friday, April 10th vs. Biloxi Shuckers
First pitch at 6:30 p.m., Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
FANtastic Friday Giveaway - Blue Wahoos hat provided by Landrum Human Resources to the first 2,000 fans.
Saturday, April 11th vs. Biloxi Shuckers
First pitch at 6:30 p.m., Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Fireworks Saturday - The best fireworks show on the Gulf Coast will be after game and is presented by Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
Epilepsy Walk - Before the game, join us for the inaugural Walk the Talk for Epilepsy around the park. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. with the walk beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Sunday, April 12th vs. Biloxi Shuckers
First pitch at 4:00 p.m., Gates open at 3:00 p.m.
McDonald's Family Sunday - Kids can run the bases after the game and play catch on the field.
Disney on Ice - What happens when Kazoo celebrates with Mickey? Kids get to enjoy baseball with their FAVORITE characters! The first 200 kids in the stadium will receive Mickey ears or Princess Crowns! Fans will have a chance to win tickets during the game and will receive coupons at the end of the game.
Home Run for Early Literacy - Early Learning Coalition, WSRE and Blue Wahoos team up to hit a home run for early literacy from 2-4 at the WSRE Imagination Station. This is the Kids Club first event of the season.
Performance - Bucket Ruckus is an eclectic group that will rock you throughout the entire game!
Jersey Auction - Fans will have a chance to bid on jersey's right off the players' backs on Sunday. Proceeds for the jersey go to March of Dimes.
Pensacola State College Fan Giveaway - Keep cool on Sunday afternoons with Pensacola State College's fan giveaway!
Monday, April 13th vs. Biloxi Shuckers
First pitch at 6:30 p.m., Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Give Back Monday - Give Back Monday presented by Pensacola News Journal is perfect for any non-profit group to raise awareness for their brands with recognition on our video board and a concourse table. Their organization can raise funds by selling tickets and partaking in our 50/50 raffle.
The first game of the 2015 regular season at Pensacola Bayfront Stadium is on Thursday, April 9th against the Biloxi Shuckers (Milwaukee Brewers) at 6:30 p.m. Follow the Blue Wahoos at bluewahoos.com, facebook.com/PensacolaBlueWahoos and twitter.com/BlueWahoosBBall.
Southern League Stories from April 8, 2015
- Blue Wahoos Homestand Highlights April 9th-13th - Pensacola Blue Wahoos
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- Brooks Hall to Make Opening Night Start on Thursday - Biloxi Shuckers
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