
Homestand Highlights: June 9 - June 16
June 8, 2015 - Texas League (TL1)
Northwest Arkansas Naturals News Release
SPRINGDALE, AR - The Naturals return to Arvest Ballpark tomorrow night to play seven (7) out of their next nine (9) games at home in a span of eight (8) days. The upcoming homestand will consist of three (3) games against the Tulsa Drillers, Double-A Los Angeles Dodgers, including a doubleheader on Tuesday, June 9. Following a brief two (2) game road trip to Tulsa on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12 the Naturals will return for four (4) games against the Arkansas Travelers, Double-A Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, stretching from Saturday, June 13 through Tuesday, June 16. The first three (3) games against Tulsa features an Arvest Two for Tuesday with Johnsonville Buck-A-Brat and our second Winning Wednesday presents #NaturalAwesomeness. The final four (4) games against Arkansas is highlighted by Star Wars Night featuring a post-game Fireworks Spectacular on Saturday, June 13, a Royals-themed Naturals cap giveaway on Kids Eat FREE Family Sunday on June 14, Monday Night Lights by Ozarks Electric Cooperative on June 15, and Matinee Baseball at Arvest Ballpark on June 16.
Tuesday, June 9 - DOUBLEHEADER - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 5:05 P.M. (Gates open at 4:45 P.M.)
- Doubleheader Baseball - The Naturals and Tulsa will make up their rainout from May 24 by playing two (2) seven inning games. Game 1 will begin at 5:05 p.m. while Game 2 will follow 30 minutes after Game 1 concludes.
- Tickets to June 9 are valid for BOTH games. All other tickets, or tickets from the rainout on May 24, will need to be exchanged at the Arvest Ballpark Box Office for a ticket to June 9 to attend the doubleheader.
- Arvest Two for Tuesday presented by Arvest Bank
- Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for Arvest Bank customers
- Select TWO FOR ONE Specials throughout Arvest Ballpark
- Johnsonville BUCK-A-BRAT - Brats are available at the Johnsonville Grill Cart down the third base line for just $1 every Tuesday night game as well as at our Grill Cart down the first base line.
- Half Price Group Night - Groups of 20 or more can purchase Reserved tickets for half price every Tuesday and Wednesday night game; however, it must be done in advance of the game.
- Media Partners are 92.1 The Ticket & 94.9 FM Nash ICON
Wednesday, June 10 - Naturals vs. Tulsa Drillers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)
- Winning Wednesday presents #NaturalAwesomeness
- Televised Game - The first of three (3) televised games on Cox Communications and Time Warner Cable Sports Channel this year and the fourth consecutive year that at least one (1) Naturals game has been televised.
- The game will be seen on the following Cox and Time Warner Channels:
- Cox Channel Arkansas: HD - 2078 / SD - 78
- Cox Channel Kansas: HD - 2022 / SD - 22
- Time Warner Cable Sports Channel in Kansas City
- #NaturalAwesomeness - Follow along on Twitter and Facebook using #NaturalAwesomeness for a chance to win select prizes all throughout the year on Winning Wednesday
- Winning Wednesday - If the Naturals win on Wednesday night, ALL tickets to the June 10 game are good for a FREE Reserved ticket to the Naturals home game on Wednesday, July 8 (tickets must be exchanged in-person)
- X Marks the Spot - Follow along on Social Media to find the 'X' at the ballpark and take it to Guest Services to claim a prize courtesy of The Loyal & Royal Army of 104.9 The X & the Naturals
- Half Price Group Night - Groups of 20 or more can purchase Reserved tickets for half price every Tuesday and Wednesday night game; however, it must be done in advance of the game.
- Media Partner is The Loyal & Royal Army of 104.9 The X
Thursday, June 11 - ROAD GAME - Naturals AT Tulsa Drillers, 7:05 P.M.
Friday, June 12 - ROAD GAME - Naturals AT Tulsa Drillers, 7:05 P.M.
Saturday, June 13 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 6:05 P.M. (Gates open at 5 P.M.)
- Star Wars Night Post-Game Fireworks Spectacular presented by Cobb-Vantress
- Star Wars Night - A TBD cast of Star Wars characters are scheduled to appear to interact with fans during the game.
- Post-Game Fireworks Spectacular - A spectacular fireworks show follows the game, presented by Cobb-Vantress
- Star Wars Jerseys - In celebration of Star Wars Night at Arvest Ballpark, the Naturals will be wearing special Star Wars themed jerseys courtesy of Grand Lake Casino that will be available to fans via silent auction during the game. All of the proceeds from the auction will benefit the Turkey Ford School District.
- Happy Hour - Beer in the Craft Beer corner will be ½ price from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. in advance of the game
- Media Partners for the night are the Power 105.7 & 98.3 The Keg
Sunday, June 14 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 2:05 P.M. (Gates open at 1 P.M.)
- Kids Eat FREE Family Sunday featuring a Royals-themed Naturals Cap Giveaway by OC Sports with a special Post-Game Catch on the Field
- Royals-themed Naturals Cap Giveaway - The first 1500 fans in attendance will receive a special Royals-themed Naturals cap courtesy of OC Sports.
- Kids Eat Free Sunday - Kids 12 and under eat FREE at all Sunday home games during the season. They'll receive a voucher as they enter the gates and it is presented by Tyson Foods, Coca-Cola, Mrs. Baird's, and Cape Cod Chips.
- Post-Game Catch On the Field - All fans are invited down to the Arvest Ballpark outfield after the game for a 15 minute post-game catch on the field. Fans are asked to bring their own gloves and baseballs for the event.
- Family Sunday - Enjoy great activities including a balloon artist, and more.
- Media Partner is Magic 107.
Monday, June 15 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 7:05 P.M. (Gates open at 6 P.M.)
- Monday Night Lights presented by Ozarks Electric Cooperative
- Monday Night Lights - Fans who bring their Ozarks Electric bill or Co-op Connections Card to the Arvest Ballpark Box Office can purchase buy one, get one FREE Premium, Reserved, or Jack Link's Jerky Grass Berm tickets.
- Dollar Hot Dogs - Hot dogs are available at the concession stands for just $1 each courtesy of Tyson Foods.
- Indigo Sky Casino Baseball Bingo - Grab a bingo card on the way into the ballpark and follow along with the action while the Naturals are at-bat for a chance to win a prize courtesy of Indigo Sky Casino. (Limited number of winners)
- Media Partners are Nash FM 94.3 & 92.1 The Ticket
Tuesday, June 16 - Naturals vs. Arkansas Travelers, 12:05 P.M. (Gates open at 11 A.M.)
- Matinee Baseball at Arvest Ballpark
- Summer Camp Day - Tuesday is Summer Camp Day at Arvest Ballpark where local campers and chaperones can receive discounted tickets for the game, if purchased in advance.
- Buy One, Get One FREE Tickets for Arvest Bank customers
- Media Partners are 92.1 The Ticket & 94.9 FM Nash ICON
Follow the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on Twitter @nwanaturals all throughout the year by using the hashtag #NaturalPastime for all of our up-to-date information on tickets, groups, promotions, and team-related information.
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the American League Champion Kansas City Royals. The Naturals play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, AR. 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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