IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights

Published on June 10, 2010 under International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


Monday, June 14 - Durham Bulls (Tampa Bay Rays) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Flag Day Presented by Kipper Tool - In addition to recognizing all Veterans of Foreign Wars with discounted tickets and giveaways, the Gwinnett Braves are also celebrating the Army's birthday and Flag Day at Coolray Field. Fans can support your troops and purchase discounted tickets by contacting your local VFW Post or calling the Gwinnett Braves at 678-277-0340.

- Supply Drive for the Troops - Fans are encouraged to bring supplies for soldier care packages to be sent overseas by Kipper Tool Company. Supplies needed include SPF lotion, baby wipes, waterless hand cleanser, packs of Kleenex tissue, envelopes, cards, pens, paper, pre-paid phone cards, trail mix, nuts, tuna fish in aluminum pouches, hard crackers, hot cocoa pouches, Crystal Light on the go pouches, M&M's. Fans that donate to the drive will receive a voucher good for half-off an Adult Field Box ticket to the Heroes of the Diamond game and fireworks show on July 3rd at 7:05 p.m. at Coolray Field.

Tuesday, June 15 - Durham Bulls vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- 12Stone Tuesday Charity Nights - The Gwinnett Braves and 12Stone welcome the Southeast Gwinnett Co-Op. The Southeast Gwinnett Co-Op provides a central location where sponsoring churches can direct any or all assistance requests to in order for them to be properly handled. The ministry serves Snellville, Loganville and Grayson. Reverend Matt Henning, volunteer and Pastor of one of the Co-Op's supporting churches (Community of Grace Church), will be the 10th Man of the Game.

- KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets - The G-Braves and KRAFT Singles have teamed up to offer fans a steal of a deal on Tuesdays! Bring your package wrapper to Coolray Field, Buy 1 Ticket and Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles! Offer applies to Adult Baseline Box and Adult General Admission-Lawn seating. Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Offer is subject to availability

Thursday, June 17 - Syracuse Chiefs (Washington Nationals) vs. Gwinnett Braves, Game One - 6:05 p.m.

- Let's Play Two - The G-Braves will resume their suspended game against the Syracuse Chiefs (Washington Nationals), originally played on Saturday, May 8, on Thursday, June 17 at Coolray Field at 6:05 p.m. The contest will begin in the top of the 5th inning, G-Braves leading 4-2, and the teams will play nine innings or until a winner is determined. Approximately 30 minutes following the suspended game's completion, the teams will play the regularly scheduled matchup. Game two will be shortened to a seven-inning contest (or until a winner is determined).

- Keychain Giveaway Presented by CORT Furniture - The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a co-branded keychain courtesy of CORT Furniture.

- Duluth City Spotlight Night - The Gwinnett Braves will host City Spotlight Nights on each remaining Thursday home game. Residents, businesses and organizations in Duluth will receive special opportunities and ticket offers for this evening.

Friday, June 18 - Syracuse Chiefs vs. Gwinnett Braves, Game One - 6:05 p.m.

- Let's Play Two - The game postponed on Sunday, May 9 due to snow will be made up in a doubleheader on Friday, June 18 at Coolray Field beginning at 6:05 p.m. Gwinnett and Syracuse will play two, seven-inning games with approximately 30 minutes between the end of game one and the beginning of game two.

- Fireworks Extravaganza - A choreographed fireworks show will follow the game.

- Need for Speed Night - Fans, start your engines! Zoom down to Coolray Field as the G-Braves pay homage to the Auto Racing Industry. In addition to high-speed movie clips and in-game promotions, a pace car from the Atlanta Motor Speedway will be on display and available for photo opportunities.

- Tennis Toss - Following the game fans will have the chance to win prizes by throwing tennis balls to targets on the field. The tennis balls will be sold for $1 during the game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Gwinnett Braves division of the Atlanta Braves Foundation.

- 50/50 Raffle - Volunteers from Hi-Hope will sell 50/50 Raffle Tickets. One lucky fan will go home with half of the pot, with the other half going Hi-Hope and the Braves Foundation.

Saturday, June 19 - Syracuse Chiefs vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Chopper Bobblehead Giveaway Presented by Georgia Power - The first 4,000 fans in attendance will receive a Chopper Bobblehead courtesy of Georgia Power.

- Tennis Toss - Following the game fans will have the chance to win prizes by throwing tennis balls to targets on the field. The tennis balls will be sold for $1 during the game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Gwinnett Braves division of the Atlanta Braves Foundation.

- 50/50 Raffle - Volunteers from Operation Homefront will sell 50/50 Raffle Tickets. One lucky fan will go home with half of the pot, with the other half going to Operation Homefront and the Braves Foundation.

Sunday, June 20 - Syracuse Chiefs vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:05 p.m.

- Father's Day Celebration - Dads and families that take advantage of the G-Braves Dad Pack will have an on-field catch and take photos in the Braves dugout from noon - 1 p.m., receive a video board welcome and get a G-Braves pint glass. Fans interested in purchasing the Dad Pack should call (678) 277-0340. The first 1,000 dads in attendance will receive "Member for a Day" invitation courtesy of Canongate Golf Clubs.

- FRITOS Family Friday...on Sunday - For Father's Day, the G-Braves will make this Sunday family night with FRITOS corn chips and America's pastime. Fans will be randomly selected to take part in special ballpark experiences like throwing out the first pitch. Plus, a bag of FRITOS corn chips will get you 10% off select Gwinnett Braves merchandise in the team store (valid only on FRITOS Family Friday games, restrictions apply).

- 10th Man of the Game - Leslie Leatherwood, Senior Communications Officer of the Gwinnett County Police Department, will be the game's 10th Game.

- Race Around the Bases - Fans 12 and under are invited to run the bases following the game.

- Chick-fil-A Family Toss - Families are invited to play catch in the outfield following the game.

- Tennis Toss - Following the game fans will have the chance to win prizes by throwing tennis balls to targets on the field. The tennis balls will be sold for $1 during the game. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Gwinnett Braves division of the Atlanta Braves Foundation.

- 50/50 Raffle - Volunteers from Beta Sigma Phi will sell 50/50 Raffle Tickets. One lucky fan will go home with half of the pot, with the other half going Beta Sigma Phi and the Braves Foundation.

Monday, June 21 - Buffalo Bisons (New York Mets) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Item of the Homestand - The Gwinnett Braves Batting Helmet is the item of the homestand in the team store at Coolray Field. The helmet will be sold for $6, normally priced at $12.

Tuesday, June 22 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- 12Stone Tuesday Charity Nights - The Gwinnett Braves and 12Stone welcome the North Gwinnett Co-Op. The North Gwinnett Cooperative was formed in 1991 as a ministry that provides food, clothing, financial assistance and spiritual support to those in need in the Buford, Suwanee, and Sugar Hill communities.

- KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets - The G-Braves and KRAFT Singles have teamed up to offer fans a steal of a deal on Tuesdays! Bring your package wrapper to Coolray Field, Buy 1 Ticket and Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles! Offer applies to Adult Baseline Box and Adult General Admission-Lawn seating. Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Offer is subject to availability.

Wednesday, June 23 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Youth Group Night - Youth groups from local churches will be in attendance for the game and a pregame concert by 12Stone Youth Group Worship Band.

Thursday, June 24 - Buffalo Bisons vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 p.m.

- Heineken Concert Series - Fans can enjoy a postgame concert by Departure, a Journey tribute band, courtesy of Heineken.

- Norcross City Spotlight Night - The Gwinnett Braves will host City Spotlight Nights on each remaining Thursday home game. Residents, businesses and organizations in Norcross will receive special opportunities and ticket offers for this evening.

- Peach Night - Presented by the Georgia Peach Council, fans will hear peachy keen facts about Georgia's famous fruit, have the chance to bob for peaches and walk out of the gates with a sweet and juicy Georgia peach.

The Gwinnett Braves are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. All Gwinnett Braves 2010 tickets packages and individual tickets are available at gwinnettbraves.com, the Coolray Field Box Office and by calling (678) 277-0340. Follow the G-Braves at gwinnettbraves.com, facebook.com/GwinnettBraves1, and twitter.com/GwinnettBraves1.

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