FSL1 Lakeland Flying Tigers

Flying Tigers Return Home Friday for Weekend Series against Tortugas

Published on May 31, 2018 under Florida State League (FSL1)
Lakeland Flying Tigers News Release


Lakeland, FL - The Lakeland Flying Tigers return to Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium for a weekend series against the Daytona Tortugas (Reds) June 1-3.

Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visiting LakelandFlyingTigers.com. Tickets can be purchased at the BayCare Box Office at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium located at 2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd. Advance sale box seat tickets are $9 and reserved seats are $6. Seniors 60 and over, children 12 and under and active military personnel receive a $1.00 discount. Day of game tickets are an additional $3. Saturday tickets are an additional $1. Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $12 for box seats and $10 for reserved seats (in advance). Parking is FREE.

Friday, June 1 vs. Daytona Tortugas (Reds) Doubleheader @ 5:00 p.m. (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)

7-11 Friday's Presented by 7-11 Socrum Loop

Princess Night

Calling all local princesses. Put on your tiaras and join the Flying Tigers for a magical night of fairy tales and baseball. Meet the Snow Queen and Ice Princess, Little Mermaid, Island Princess and Belle from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the stadium concourse. Fans will have the opportunity to meet the princesses, take photos as well as autograph opportunities.

Sun Safety Night

The Flying Tigers in partnership with Minor League Baseball Charities and the American Cancer Society will participate in a sun safety initiative. The goal of the initiative is to educate fans about sun safety and the importance of age appropriate screenings, to ultimately save lives.

The first 300 fans will receive a free pair of sunglasses, compliments of the MLB Network.

Complimentary samples of sunscreen will be available while supplies last.

PSA's will be made throughout the game to support the initiative.

3, 4, 5 Happy Hours

Adults 21 and older can enjoy $3 domestic drafts, $4 premium drafts and $5 specialty cocktails.

MetroPCS Family 4-Pack

Families can enjoy the MetroPCS Family 4-Pack on Friday nights. With a MetroPCS coupon you receive 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs and 4 sodas for only $32! Vouchers are available at Lakeland Metro PCS locations.

Saturday, June 2 vs. Daytona Tortugas (Reds) @ 6:00 p.m. (Gates open at 3:00 p.m.)

Fireworks Extravaganza following the game (weather permitting) sponsored by Corona and the Ledger Media Group.

Battle of the Badges 3

It is round three in a battle of the badges as the Lakeland Police Department takes on the Polk County Sheriff's Office in a charity softball game. Pregame ceremonies will begin at 3:30 p.m. and the game will start at 3:45 p.m. Following the softball game will be the trophy presentation and a special fallen officer tribute.

Flying Tigers players and coaches will be wearing specialty designed jerseys representing both LPD and PCSO uniforms. The 28 game worn jerseys will be available for purchase for $100 beginning at 6:00 p.m. Jerseys will be game worn and autographed by a Flying Tigers player or coach following the game. There will also be a special jersey auction of Polk County Sherriff Grady Judd and Lakeland Police Department Chief Larry Giddens autographed jerseys. Proceeds from the jersey raffle and auction will benefit the corresponding foundations of the LPD and PCSO.

The Ledger Media Group Customer Appreciation Night

Look in The Ledger or visit TheLedger.com for exclusive offers.

Hospitality Night

Polk County tourism industry professionals receive complimentary admission with proof of employment.

Sunday, June 3 vs. Daytona Tortugas (Reds) @ 1:00 p.m. (Gates open at 12:00 p.m.)

Sunday Brunch

Enjoy brunch in the '34 Club Presented by Miller Lite from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $24 in advance and $27 on the day of game. Menu includes French toast with assorted toppings, omelet

station, bacon, scrambled eggs, fruit salad, breakfast sausage, hashbrowns and create your own parfait. There will also be $3 mimosa and bloody mary specials. There will also be pre-game entertainment featuring live music beginning at 12:00 p.m.

Military Sunday

All active and retired military members receive complimentary admission to each Sunday home game. Flying Tigers players and coaches will be wearing special military themed jerseys each Sunday home game.

Kids Day

Kids 12 and under can play catch on the field beginning at 12:00 p.m. (weather permitting).

Kids 12 and under can also run the bases just like the Flying Tigers following the game (weather permitting).

Dairy Queen Sunday Sundae

All fans will receive a voucher for a free sundae, compliments of Dairy Queen - North Lakeland.

The Flying Tigers are the Class A Advanced Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

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