Cougars host military appreciation weekend
May 20, 2005 - Midwest League (MWL1)
Kane County Cougars News Release
GENEVA, IL â The Kane County Cougars put Summer into full swing next week, as the Memorial Day weekend will keep fans exploding with excitement over the four-day stretch, which brings the Lansing Lugnuts (Toronto Blue Jays) to Geneva. Carrying the team into the weekend, Jake the Diamond Dog will ignite the festivities, as he wags his way into town on Monday, May 23. In honor of the holiday weekend, the Cougars will host their annual Military Appreciation Weekend, with special events making tribute to past and present members of the armed forces. Generating awareness and funds for the Illinois Military Family Relief Fund and Operation Home Front, Kane County is currently running an online auction for a day in Elfstrom Stadium's hot tub and will hold a silent auction at the ballpark Monday, May 30, giving fans the opportunity to bid on participating in on-field events and make a contribution to a great cause at the same time. Throughout the entire weekend, past and present members of all service branches will receive discounted tickets when they show proper military I.D. at the ballpark ticket windows, based on ticket availability. Fans are encouraged to show their support by bringing items for care packages which will be sent to U.S. service members around the world (a list of suggested items is available on our web site at www.kccougars.com). Highlights of the holiday weekend include fireworks shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and special appearances by Myron Noodleman (Friday), Zooperstars and Skydivers (Saturday) and a fly-over by the Naperville based Lima Lima Flight Team, Birdzerk and the Jesse White Tumblers (Sunday).
Monday, May 23, 6:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 5:45 PM
The long home stand starts with a visit from the division rival Wisconsin Timber Rattlers (Seattle Mariners affiliate). Ozzie's best friend, JAKE THE DIAMOND DOG makes his first visit of the season, entertaining the crowd with his special talents.
Tuesday, May 24, 6:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 5:45 PM
Both the Timber Rattlers and JAKE THE DIAMOND DOG return for game two of the four game series. This series is also the last chance for students participating in OZZIE'S READING CLUB to redeem the complimentary ticket vouchers they earned and participate in the pre-game parade in their honor.
Wednesday, May 25, 12:00 PM
Gates open at 10:00 AM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 11:45 AM
Game three of the series is highlighted by the special noon start time, a great opportunity to take a half day from work or school and enjoy an afternoon at the ballpark. Both JAKE THE DIAMOND DOG and the Timber Rattlers return as well.
Thursday, May 26, 6:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 5:45 PM
The fourth game of the eight game homestand is the last for the visiting Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. The first 2,000 fans to arrive at the ballpark will receive a Cougars Team Baseball Card Set, compliments of Provena Mercy Medical Center. It's also your last chance to see JAKE THE DIAMOND DOG in action until his visits in both July and August.
Friday, May 27, 6:30 PM
Gates open at 4:30 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 6:15 PM
The Cougars start the holiday weekend with a bang when they host the Lansing Lugnuts (Toronto Blue Jays affiliate) in game one of a four game set, followed by a FIREWORKS show. Fan favorite MYRON NOODLEMAN makes his first of six visits during the season to amuse the crowd with his classic vaudeville antics. After fans see the fireworks show and RUN THE BASES, girl scouts are invited to watch a movie on the video screen and camp out overnight at the ballpark (advance registration required).
Saturday, May 28, 6:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 5:45 PM
A weekend staple at the ballpark, fans will be invited to meet the Cougars players and get their signatures in the on-field AUTOGRAPH SESSION. The show starts before the game when SKYDIVERS literally drop in from the skies above Elfstrom Stadium. During the second game of the series against the Lugnuts, the ZOOPERSTARS will delight the crowd with their skits by characters who spoof professional athletes. Following the post-game FIREWORKS show and chance to RUN THE BASES it will be the boy scouts turn to watch a movie and camp out overnight at the ballpark (advance registration required).
Sunday, May 29, 6:00 PM
Gates open at 4:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 5:45 PM
A special Sunday night game gives fans one more chance to see a night game and FIREWORKS show during the holiday weekend. After another on-field AUTOGRAPH SESSION, fans will need to turn their eyes toward the sky as the flight team from LIMA LIMA will buzz the ballpark at the end of the National Anthem. More entertainment is packed into the game against Lansing as BIRDZERK arrives, bringing some of the most entertaining skits in the business. Following the game, the JESSE WHITE TUMBLERS will wow the crowd with their high-flying stunts before giving way to another FIREWORKS show and chance to RUN THE BASES. Due to overwhelming demand, we're giving boy scouts one more chance to camp out at the ballpark (advance registration required).
Monday, May 30, 2:00 PM
Gates open at 12:00 PM
Broadcast on WBIG 1280 AM, Pre-Game Show at 1:45 PM
The series versus the Blue Jays affiliate and homestand conclude with a holiday matinee. The first 2,000 fans arriving for the game will receive MINI CARS from AVIS RENT A CAR. For the first time ever, the Cougars will conduct a silent auction at the ballpark for fans to bid on the opportunity to participate in one of the on-field events to raise money for the Illinois Military Family Relief Fund. Following the game, fans will have one more chance to RUN THE BASES.
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The Cougars battle the Fort Wayne Wizards in Fort Wayne, IN tonight at 6:00 p.m. in game two of a four-game stint. The squads close out the series Sunday, May 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Cougars 2005 individual, group and season tickets and mini-plan packages are on sale now. For additional information regarding 2005 tickets, contact the Cougars box office at 630/232-8811 or visit kccougars.com.
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