Express games to be televised
Published on January 25, 2005 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Round Rock Express News Release
(ROUND ROCK, TX) â The Round Rock Express and KXAN-TV / KNVA-TV have reached an exclusive broadcast partnership agreement for the 2005 season.
The broadcast team will consist of KXAN-TV Sports Director Roger Wallace and former major leaguer baseball player and University of Texas great Keith Moreland. Wallace and Moreland have worked together broadcasting UT football games on the Longhorn Sports Network. Wallace will handle the play-by-play duties with Moreland serving as color analyst.
The first six televised games will air on:
Saturday, April 9 @ 7:05 PM (Omaha Royals versus Express) on KXAN-TV 36
Sunday, April 10 @ 2:05 PM (Omaha Royals versus Express) on KNVA-TV 54
Saturday, April 23 @ 7:05 PM (New Orleans Zephyrs versus Express) on KNVA-TV 54
Saturday, April 30 @ 7:05 PM (Oklahoma RedHawks versus Express) on KNVA-TV 54
Sunday, May 1 @ 2:05 PM (Oklahoma RedHawks versus Express) on KNVA-TV 54
Sunday, May 14 @ 7:05 PM (Portland Beavers versus Express) on KNVA-TV 54
"We are very excited to partner with KXAN / KNVA to bring Express baseball to a broader audience through television in 2005. Fans will have a chance to see what Triple-A baseball is all about and also see the great facilities we have here at The Dell Diamond," says Express CEO Reid Ryan.
Carlos Fernandez, President and GM of KXAN/KNVA agrees, "KXAN 36 and Austin's WB have always been known for giving viewers a vast choice of programs. We are excited to embark on the next level of our partnership to bring this incredible sports franchise into the homes of Central Texans"
The Express open the 2005 Pacific Coast League season at home against the Omaha Royals on April 7th at 7:05 PM. Season tickets are on sale now starting as low as $100. For more information, call 255-BALL or go on line to www.roundrockexpress.com.
Upcoming Events at The Dell Diamond:
Event: Houston Astros Caravan
When: 12:00 PM â 2:00 PM on Tuesday, February 8, 2005
Where: The United Heritage Center located at The Dell Diamond Details: Coming from the Astros will be Manager Phil Garner, General Manager Tim Purpura, Lance Berkman, Jason Lane and Hall of Fame Broadcaster Milo Hamilton.
Ticket Information: Individual tickets will be $25 or $185 for a table of eight. Fans can purchase tickets on line at www.roundrockexpress.com or call 512-255-BALL.
Event: Express Open House / National Anthem Try Outs / Insure-A-Kid Health Fair
When: 10:00 AM â 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 12, 2005
Where: The Dell Diamond
Details: Available season ticket seats will be marked. Children can run the bases, play in the Fun Zone and sign up for the Spike's Kid Club.
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