Hooks Corporate Citizen of the Year
Published on August 6, 2008 under Texas League (TL1)
Corpus Christi Hooks News Release
THE SPIRIT OF BUSINESS - The Hooks have been recognized by the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce as its 2008 Corporate Citizen of the Year. Read the full story.
WELCOME HOME - Following a four-game road trip, the Hooks return to Whataburger Field for a pair of three-game series against Arkansas and Springfield. Gates open at 5:30 tonight as the first 1,500 kids 12-&-under receive Hooks Kids' Hampers courtesy of Peerless Cleaners. It's also another Brooks' Buffet. A general admission ticket, plus all-you-can eat hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, tea and soda can be yours for $14.
Click here for a full rundown of homestand happenings. SIGN HERE, PLEASE - In the name of Affordable Family Entertainment, the Hooks show their appreciation for fans with a 15-minute autograph session at Hook, Line & Sinker one hour before each game. Infielder Ole Sheldon and pitcher Sergio Perez greet fans tonight. Autograph sessions are presented by Sharpie and H-E-B.
HOOKS IN PRIME TIME - Become a TV star and visit Whataburger Field Sunday night as Corpus Christi engages Springfield on FOX Sports Net. Matt Hicks and Kelly Wuncsh call the action beginning at 6. For more info on the Astros Minor League Game of the Week, presented by CITGO, click here.
GAME TIME CHANGE - Start time for the final game of the season, Monday, August 25, has been moved to 6:05. This change accommodates families as most districts in the Coastal Bend begin the 2008-09 school year that day. Also, fans have the opportunity to watch fireworks on the field after a massive group photo is taken as part of the Caller-Times' 125 year anniversary celebration.
TOWELS NOT PROVIDED - Splash around and enjoy the coolest feature of North America's No.1 ballpark. Our Pool & Spa, located just beyond the right-field fence, is available Monday, August 11, and Thursday, August 21. Call a group sales representative now at 561-HOOK - extension 2 for details.
WEBSITE POLL - Holding a wild card? Fifty-seven percent of those who voted in last week's poll maintain that the Astros should have been sellers at the trading deadline. This week, we take a sneak peek at the gridiron. To log your entry, go to www.cchooks.com and scroll down the home page to find the poll.
Texas League Stories from August 6, 2008
- Hooks Hammer Travs Late - Corpus Christi Hooks
- Riders Win Opener Over Drillers - Tulsa Drillers
- Fiske Keeps Cards Rolling - Springfield Cardinals
- Naturals Take Opener of Midland Series - Northwest Arkansas Naturals
- Angels Sign Ibanez For Travs Bullpen - Arkansas Travelers
- Hooks Corporate Citizen of the Year - Corpus Christi Hooks
- Naturals Activate Thibault, Place Plummer on Suspended List - Northwest Arkansas Naturals
- Opportunity Knocks for Midland, Naturals - Northwest Arkansas Naturals
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