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TL1 Northwest Arkansas Naturals

Homestand Highlights: July 19 - July 25

July 19, 2018 - Texas League (TL1)
Northwest Arkansas Naturals News Release


SPRINGDALE, Ark - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return to Arvest Ballpark tonight - Thursday, July 19 - to begin a stretch of eight (8) games in seven (7) days against a couple of Texas League North Division rivals. The Naturals will host Tulsa (Double-A Affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers) for a 4-game set before welcoming the Arkansas Travelers (Double-A Affiliate of the Seattle Mariners) to town on Monday, July 23 for a 4-game series featuring a doubleheader on Tuesday, July 24.

Thursday, July 19 - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- NATURALS BUCKET HAT GIVEAWAY ON THIRSTY THURSDAY PRESENTED BY FOGHORN'S

- BUCKET HAT GIVEAWAY - The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a Naturals Bucket Hat courtesy of Foghorn's

- THIRSTY THURSDAY - Thirsty Thursday features $1 Farm Rich Mozzarella Sticks & 12 oz. Coca-Cola Fountain Drinks as well as $2 Bags of Peanuts & 16oz. Pabst Blue Ribbon Drafts for only $2 at specific locations on the concourse.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are 93.3 The Eagle and Hot Mix 101.9

Friday, July 20 - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT ON FIREWORKS FRIDAY PRESENTED BY BLACK HILLS ENERGY

- MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT - The Naturals will honor and recognize the brave men and women that serve and have served our country in the United States Military at home and abroad. Military Appreciation Night is presented by Black Hills Energy.

- PRE-GAME RECOGNITION - The Naturals will host one (1) of their largest pre-game recognitions of the season on Military Appreciation Night. All of the Military groups in attendance that night will be recognized on the field prior to the game.

- MILITARY TICKET DISCOUNT - Fans with a Military ID will receive $6 Dugout Premium tickets (normally $11.50) for Friday night's game at the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Fans must present the Military ID prior to buying the tickets.

- FIREWORKS FRIDAY - A spectacular fireworks show follows every Friday home game.

- NATURALS TEAM STORE SPECIAL - Fans with a Military ID will receive 25% OFF merchandise during the game

- MEDIA PARTNERS are Arkansas CW and KIX 104

Saturday, July 21 - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 6:05 P.M. (Gates open at 4:35 P.M.)

- PRINCESS AND COWBOY NIGHT PRESENTED BY MARCO'S PIZZA AND JERSEY MIKE'S

- PRINCESS AND COWBOY NIGHT - It's the first-ever Princess and Cowboy Night at Arvest Ballpark when the Naturals take on the Tulsa as fans, especially dads and daughters and moms and sons are invited out to celebrate this fun-filled event. Fans are encouraged to dress up for the occasion whether that be their favorite princess dress and tiara or cowboy boots and their trusty hat. Princess and Cowboy Night is presented by Marco's Pizza and Jersey Mike's.

- SPECIAL APPEARANCES by Miss AR USA 2018 Lauren Weaver and Miss AR Teen USA 2018 Mackenzie Hinderberger. Kids that are interested in meeting Miss AR USA 2018 or Miss AR Teen USA 2018 for an autograph or picture will have the opportunity during a special meet and greet in the Community Room during the first inning of the game.

- PRINCESS AND COWBOY CHARACTERS will be at Arvest Ballpark to pose for pictures with fans throughout the game. Special characters like Ariel, Elsa, Elena of Avalor, Woody and Jessie are scheduled to appear courtesy of Spotlight Characters.

- PRE-GAME PARADE for fans and kids that dress up like their favorite princess or cowboy will be led by Ariel, Elsa, Elena of Avalor, Woody, Jessie, Miss AR USA, Miss Teen AR USA, and a mini horse. We ask that fans that are dressed up and would like to participate in the pre-game parade to please meet at the top of section 104 by 5:15 p.m. to be taken to the field. No prop guns will be allowed into Arvest Ballpark.

- PRIZES AT GUEST SERVICES for the first 20 kids that are dressed up as either a princess or a cowboy at Guest Services by using the code: Princess and Cowboy.

- PRINCESS AND COWBOY THEMED PHOTO BOOTHS will be setup near the Naturals Hall of Fame for fans to enjoy

- MINI HORSES courtesy of Equestrian Bridges will be located between the Home Run Porch and playground for kids to see.

- SATURDAY HAPPY HOUR - Fans can enjoy a Saturday Happy Hour at Arvest Ballpark in advance of EVERY Saturday home game from 4:35pm-5:35pm in the Bullpen Craft Beer Bar located down the 1st base line. Fans attending can enjoy 1/2 price deals on over 100 different alcoholic beverage options in advance of the Naturals 6:05 p.m. game.

- MEDIA PARTNERS are Power 105.7 and 98.3 K-Keg

Sunday, July 22 - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 2:05 P.M. (Gates open at 1 P.M.)

- FIRST RESPONDERS DAY ON KIDS EAT FREE FAMILY SUNDAY PRESENTED BY SLIM CHICKENS

- FIRST RESPONDERS DAY - The Naturals will honor and recognize the heroic First Responders from throughout Northwest Arkansas. The Little Flock and Springdale Police Department will showcase vehicles in a pre-game drive around while Pineville and Springdale Fire Department will showcase fire trucks around the front of the ballpark. First Responders Day is presented by Slim Chickens.

- FIRST RESPONDERS TICKET SPECIAL as ALL first responders will receive four (4) complimentary Super Premium seats to the game with proof of employment at the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Fans must present proof of employment prior to purchasing tickets.

- COMPLIMENTARY FIRE HATS for the first 100 kids courtesy of the Keep Kids Fire Safe Foundation.

- SPECIAL FIRST PITCH will be delivered by Molly the Fire Safety Dog

- KIDS EAT FREE - ALL kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a Hot Dog, Animal Crackers, Swedish Fish, and 12 oz. Soda as they arrive courtesy of Tyson Foods, Inc., Ball Park Buns, Mondelez International, and Coca-Cola.

- FAMILY SUNDAY features activities for the family highlighted by MERCY KIDS RUN THE BASES.

- MERCY KIDS RUN THE BASES - Kids will be invited to partake in the Sunday tradition at Arvest Ballpark of running the bases following the conclusion of the game.

- NATURALS TEAM STORE SPECIAL - Fans will enjoy 25% OFF Kid's Merchandise during the game

- BUSH'S FOOD DRIVE BENEFITING THE NWA FOOD BANK - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, along with Bush's, will be hosting a food drive benefitting the NWA Food Bank at Arvest Ballpark from Sunday, July 22 through Wednesday, July 25 where fans will receive Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for ANY seating level if they bring in a canned food, or non-perishable item to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Maximum of five (5) items per transaction - 10 total tickets (five paid and five free).

- MEDIA PARTNERS are KNWA, Fox 24 and Magic 107.9

Monday, July 23 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- MONDAY NIGHT LIGHTS PRESENTED BY OZARKS ELECTRIC

- MONDAY NIGHT LIGHTS - Fans who bring their Ozarks Electric bill or Co-op Connections Card to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office will receive $5 PREMIUM TICKETS to all Monday night games.

- $1 HOT DOGS BY TYSON FOODS - Hot dogs are available at the concessions stands every Monday for just $1 each courtesy of Tyson Foods, Inc.

- INDIGO SKY CASINO BASEBALL BINGO - Grab a bingo card when you enter the ballpark and follow along with the action while the Naturals are at-bat for a chance to win a prize from Indigo Sky Casino. (Limited number of winners).

- BUSH'S FOOD DRIVE BENEFITING THE NWA FOOD BANK - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, along with Bush's, will be hosting a food drive benefitting the NWA Food Bank at Arvest Ballpark through Wednesday, July 25 where fans will receive Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for ANY seating level if they bring in a canned food, or non-perishable item to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Maximum of five (5) items per transaction - 10 total tickets (five paid and five free).

- MEDIA PARTNERS are 94.3 Nash ICON and Big Country 107.3

Tuesday, July 24 - DOUBLEHEADER - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 5:05 P.M. (Gates open at 4:30 P.M.)

- ARVEST TWO FOR TUESDAY WITH JOHNSONVILLE BUCK-A-BRAT

- $5 DUGOUT PREMIUM TICKETS for Arvest Customers.

- JOHNSONVILLE BUCK-A-BRAT every Tuesday Night - Fans can enjoy $1 Brats at select Grill Carts on the concourse courtesy of Johnsonville.

- TWO FOR ONE SPECIALS on Kansas City Royals Kids Zone Wristbands and Programs.

- T-SHIRT TUESDAY at the Naturals Team Store - Buy One, Get One 1/2 OFF T-shirts.

- $5 GROUP NIGHT on 1B/3B Reserved Tickets - Minimum of 20 tickets, must be purchased in advance.

- USSSA MIDWEST NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP OPENING CEREMONY will be held between games of the doubleheader as the Naturals will recognize the players and coaches of 90 softball teams from 12 different states.

- DOUBLEHEADER SCHEDULE - Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. with first pitch of Game 1 at 5:05 p.m. Game 2 will begin approximately 35 minutes following the conclusion of Game 1. Each game in the doubleheader is seven (7) innings and you must have a ticket for Tuesday, July 24 to enjoy both games.

- BUSH'S FOOD DRIVE BENEFITING THE NWA FOOD BANK - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, along with Bush's, will be hosting a food drive benefitting the NWA Food Bank at Arvest Ballpark through Wednesday, July 25 where fans will receive Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for ANY seating level if they bring in a canned food, or non-perishable item to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Maximum of five (5) items per transaction - 10 total tickets (five paid and five free).

- MEDIA PARTNERS are 92.1 The Ticket and 94.9 Radio Jon Deek

Wednesday, July 25 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)

- WHAT'S IT? WEDNESDAY

- WHAT'S IT? WEDNESDAY - Fans will have chances to win prizes all game by following along on the videoboard and participating in social media contests through the Naturals Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts during the day.

- $5 GROUP NIGHT on 1B/3B Reserved Tickets - Minimum of 20 tickets and must be purchased in advance.

- BUSH'S FOOD DRIVE BENEFITING THE NWA FOOD BANK - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, along with Bush's, will be hosting a food drive benefitting the NWA Food Bank at Arvest Ballpark through Wednesday, July 25 where fans will receive Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for ANY seating level if they bring in a canned food, or non-perishable item to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office. Maximum of five (5) items per transaction - 10 total tickets (five paid and five free).

- MEDIA PARTNER is Hog Radio Group - 96.7 The Coyote, 99.5 ESPN, Star 101.5 and Lite 106.5

Follow the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on Facebook and Twitter @NWANaturals all throughout the year by using the hashtag #NaturalPastime and #CrowntoCrown for all of our up-to-date information on the 2018 season of Naturals baseball.

The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. The Naturals play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including statistics, ticket options, and more, please visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.




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