Hot Rods Announce Additional 2009 Promos
Published on February 26, 2009 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Bowling Green Hot Rods News Release
(Bowling Green, KY) - The Bowling Green Hot Rods, Class A affiliate of the American League Champion Tampa Bay Rays, have announced their second installment of promotions and giveaways for the 2009 season. The new slate of promotions honors a World Series Champion, celebrates student achievers, recognizes first responders, and pampers pregnant women.
"We're excited to continually add value for Hot Rods guests through promotions and giveaways that make a day at the ballpark fun and memorable," said Brad Taylor, Hot Rods General Manager and CEO. "With less than two months until Opening Night, these promotions will add to the anticipation and excitement of the Hot Rods' inaugural season."
Three limited edition giveaways have been added to the Hot Rods promotional schedule. At the team's home opener on Friday, April 17, the first 1,000 fans will receive a laser-engraved, miniature baseball bat courtesy of Citizens First to commemorate the first Hot Rods game at Bowling Green Ballpark. On Tuesday, July 28, the first 1,000 fans will receive a Joe Blanton Bobblehead courtesy of the Bank of Edmonson County. The bobblehead giveaway will celebrate the accomplishments of the Philadelphia Phillies pitcher and Edmonson County native, who pulled off a rare feat in the 2008 World Series by hitting a home run and earning a victory in the same game. On Saturday, August 15, the Hot Rods will have a little fun exploring alternate realities on "What Could've Been" Night, highlighted by a "Bowling Green Cave Shrimp" T-shirt giveaway to the first 1,000 fans ages 13 & older. "Cave Shrimp" was a polarizing yet unsuccessful finalist in the franchise's fan-interactive "Name the Team" Contest.
The Hot Rods also have added new community impact programs aimed at rewarding the area's brightest and most talented students. Prior to the Hot Rods' game against the Savannah Sand Gnats (New York Mets) on Tuesday, May 12, the team will recognize talented musicians and artists on the field as part of Royal Music Student Music & Art Awards Night. Additional student recognition dates include Junior Achievement Night (Monday, May 18) and Honor Roll Night (Monday, June 1). On Honor Roll Night, students that made the Honor Roll during any marking period of the 2008-2009 school year will be eligible for two free tickets to the game with proof of the accomplishment.
Other notable new promotions include Post-Game Fireworks (April 24), Kentucky Lottery Night (May 1), and First Responders Day (August 16) in recognition of police, fire, and EMT personnel. In addition, the Hot Rods will use the "honor system" to grant free admission to pregnant women on Labor Day (September 7). Fans who aren't expecting may enjoy the Hot Rods' new season-long Thirsty Thursdays promotion, featuring specially-priced drinks during each 2009 Thursday night home game.
Please find the entire 2009 promotional schedule on the next page.
Fans can purchase group outings, season tickets, and multi-game ticket packages by calling the Hot Rods' Administrative Office at (270) 901-2121 or by visiting www.bghotrods.com. Opening Night, presented by Citizens First, is Friday, April 17, against the Kannapolis Intimidators.
2009 Promotional Schedule (as of February 26, 2009)
All promotions subject to change. Some restrictions may apply.
Purchase of a ticket does not guarantee receipt of promotional items.
Game times are Central Daylight Time (CDT).
Date Time Opponent Promotion
Fri, Apr 17 7:05 PM Kannapolis Citizens First Opening Night Mini-Bats (First 1,000 fans) / Fireworks
Sat, Apr 18 1:05 PM Kannapolis Gerald Printing Team Posters (First 1,000 fans) / Autism Awareness Day
Mon, Apr 20 6:35 PM Kannapolis Coca-Cola Most Improved Student Night
Tue, Apr 21 6:35 PM West Virginia Student-Athlete Night
Thu, Apr 23 6:35 PM West Virginia Thirsty Thursday
Fri, Apr 24 7:05 PM West Virginia Fireworks
Tue, Apr 28 6:35 PM Augusta Coca-Cola Most Improved Student Night
Wed, Apr 29 11:05 AM Augusta Educational Day
Thu, Apr 30 6:35 PM Augusta Thirsty Thursday
Fri, May 1 7:05 PM Augusta Kentucky Lottery Night presented by Kentucky Lottery
Mon, May 11 7:05 PM Savannah Coca-Cola Most Improved Student Night
Tue, May 12 7:05 PM Savannah Royal Music Student Music & Art Awards Night
Thu, May 14 7:05 PM Savannah Thirsty Thursday
Sat, May 16 7:05 PM Charleston Bucket Hats presented by Crazy Eddy's Furniture (First 1,000 fans)
Sun, May 17 1:05 PM Charleston Inaugural Season Logo Balls (First 1,000 fans 12 & under)
Mon, May 18 7:05 PM Charleston Junior Achievement Night
Sat, May 30 7:05 PM Rome Inaugural Season Tees (First 1,000 fans 13 & older)
Mon, June 1 7:05 PM Rome Honor Roll Night
Thu, June 4 7:05 PM Lexington Thirsty Thursday
Wed, June 10 7:05 PM Greenville Pigeon Forge Night presented by Pigeon Forge, TN
Thu, June 11 7:05 PM Lexington Thirsty Thursday
Fri, June 12 7:05 PM Lexington Fireworks
Sat, June 20 7:05 PM Asheville First Choice Home Medical Fans Choice Tees (First 1,000 fans 13 & older)
Sun, June 21 1:05 PM Asheville Mascot Banks (First 1,000 fans 12 & under)
Sat, July 4 7:05 PM Augusta Independence Day Fireworks
Sun, July 5 1:05 PM Augusta Team Card Sets (First 1,000 fans)
Thu, July 9 7:05 PM Charleston Thirsty Thursday
Sat, July 11 7:05 PM Charleston Glow in the Dark Baseballs (First 1,000 fans) / Scout Sleepover Night
Thu, July 23 7:05 PM Hagerstown Thirsty Thursday
Sun, July 26 5:05 PM Lake County Back-to-School Backpacks (First 1,000 fans 12 & under)
Tue, July 28 7:05 PM Lake County Bank of Edmonson County Joe Blanton Bobbleheads (First 1,000 fans)
Wed, July 29 12:05 PM Lake County Camp Day
Sat, Aug 8 7:05 PM Greenville Stadium Replicas (First 1,000 fans)
Sun, Aug 9 1:05 PM Greenville Inflatable Mascots (First 1,000 fans 12 & under)
Thu, Aug 13 6:35 PM Hickory Thirsty Thursday
Sat, Aug 15 7:05 PM Hickory "What Could've Been" Night/Cave Shrimp Tees (First 1,000 fans 13 & up)
Sun, Aug 16 1:05 PM Hickory First Responders Day
Tue, Aug 25 6:35 PM West Virginia Pigeon Forge Night presented by Pigeon Forge, TN
Thu, Aug 27 6:35 PM West Virginia Thirsty Thursday
Mon, Aug 31 11:05 AM Asheville Educational Day
Sat, Sep 5 7:05 PM Lexington BBQ Grill Utensil Set (First 1,000 fans 18 & older)
Sun, Sep 6 5:05 PM Lexington Fan Appreciation Day
Mon, Sep 7 1:05 PM Lexington Labor Day / Pregnant Women Get in Free
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