First-Place Sounds Open Second Homestand On Monday
Published on April 27, 2006 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Nashville Sounds News Release
The Nashville Sounds, who opened the home schedule with a 7-1 record during their initial homestand in mid-April, return to Greer Stadium on Monday following an eight-game road trip. The team's second homestand includes two four-game series, one versus the Iowa Cubs (AAA-Cubs) and another versus the New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA-Nationals).
Monday marks the 6 p.m. series opener against the I-Cubs and also the second H.G. Hill Monday of the year. When fans present a H.G. Hill receipt at the box office, they will get one free ticket with the purchase of another ticket, up to four free tickets. Fans can also enjoy dollar hot dogs at all concession stands throughout the entire game.
The second contest between the I-Cubs and Sounds takes place on GooGoo 2-for-1 Tuesday at 6 p.m. When fans bring a UPC label from any flavor GooGoo six-pack, they will receive one ticket free with the purchase of another ticket, of greater or equal price.
On Wednesday, the Sounds will play their first mid-week day game of the year, with the first pitch being scheduled for noon. Students from area schools that participated in the Sounds Reading Club will be in attendance this day. All students that reached the required goal will partake in a pre-game parade around the warning track, led by Ozzie.
The finale of the Iowa series is on Thursday, May 4th. Thursdays at Greer Stadium throughout the season are Thirsty Thursdays, sponsored by 105.9 The Rock. Fans can enjoy dollar draft beverages until the end on the fifth inning of this 7 p.m. contest. Gates open at 5:30.
On Friday, the Sounds play the first game of a four-games series versus the New Orleans Zephyrs. The Sounds and country singer/songwriter Chely Wright will be sponsoring Reading, Writing, and Rhythm Night at the ballpark. Reading, Writing, and Rhythm is a non-profit organization started by Wright to raise public awareness about the importance of music education for young children. Any fan that brings in a functioning used musical instrument will receive two free tickets to the game.
Friday is also a Sounds Reading Club Night. Area students that met their reading goals can come down onto the field for a pre-game parade, led by Ozzie. Also in attendance this day will be members of the Tennessee 4-H club. 4-H members can receive a ticket to the game, a hot day, and a soda for just $10. 4-H members need to register prior to the game for this offer and they can do this by contacting their local 4-H office or by contacting Amy Alder of the Nashville Sounds (amyalder@nashvillesounds.com).
The Friday festivities will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show. Friday's first pitch is at 7 p.m. with the fireworks following the conclusion of the game.
The second game of the contest takes place on Saturday with another great fireworks show following the game. May 6 is also a Sounds Reading Club Night. Students that participated in the reading club and reached their goals will partake in a pre-game parade around the warning track, led by Ozzie.
On Sunday, the Sounds face off against the Zephyrs at 2 p.m. This is another Sounds Reading Club Day and also a Harris Teeter Family Day. Fans that have a Harris Teeter VIC card can show it at the box office and get one ticket free with the purchase of another one. Sunday will also be Teacher Appreciation Day at the ballpark. All teachers who present their ID at the box office will receive four reserve tickets and be entered into a drawing to win various door prizes.
Monday, May 8th marks the final game of the series versus New Orleans and also the last game of the homestand. It will be the Sounds' annual 10:30 a.m. contest as thousands of area schoolchildren enrolled in the team's Reading Club will be in attendance on field trips as a reward for meeting their reading goals. Gates open at 9 a.m.
Monday's game will also be a H.G. Hill Monday, where fans can present a H.G. Hill receipt at the box office and receive one free ticket with the purchase of another. Monday also marks another dollar dog night. Fans can enjoy dollar hot dogs all game at every concession stand.
Following the homestand, the Sounds leave for an eight-game road trip that includes stops in Tucson and Las Vegas. They will return to Nashville on May 18 for an eight-game homestand during which they host the Tacoma Rainiers and the Portland Beavers.
Individual and season tickets, as well as group packages, are currently on sale. Call (615) 242-4371 ext. 2 or visit the Sounds' website at www.nashvillesounds.com to order or for more information.
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