Blue Wahoos Host 'Green Out' to Honor Bubba Watson
Published on May 8, 2012 under Southern League (SL1)
Pensacola Blue Wahoos News Release
Bubba Watson, 2012 Masters champion and Milton High School graduate, will throw out the first pitch on Friday, May 11 as the Wahoos open a five-game homestand against the Birmingham Barons.
The first pitch is set for 7:00 p.m. with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. Fans are encouraged to participate in a green out at the stadium in honor of Watson winning golf's coveted Green Jacket. Members of the Blue Wahoos staff will also be wearing green as a tribute to Watson's accomplishment.
Watson ranks fourth by the Official World Golf Ranking and second in the FedExCup Ranking. In addition to the Masters, he has four PGA Tour victories and wins at the 2010 Travelers Championship, 2011 Farmers Insurance Open and Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
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