Opening Day at McBride Stadium
May 25, 2005 - Frontier League (FL)
Richmond Roosters News Release
The Richmond Roosters open the 2005 season against the Florence Freedom on May 25. Opening Night is "Baseball Card Strip Night" presented by Logos Imaging. The first 1,000 fans entering McBride stadium get a full color card strip that features four members of the 2005 Richmond Rooster Baseball Team. Field Manager Chris Mongiardo, player/coach Matt Schweitzer, infielder Blake Woods, and 2004 Frontier League Rookie of the Year Kevin White are the featured cards. The strip will be the first of six available on Wednesday night games. Collect all 24 cards! All the action starts at 6:35 PM with gates open at 5:30 PM.
The following morning is a 10:05 AM starts (gates open at 9:00 AM) as the Roosters present Baseball In Education Day. Its Mascot Mania as Rowdy gets to host his large furry pals from all over the area. Over 2,500 students from area schools will be attending the game. They will have a chance to learn about baseball and interact with the many mascots. Subway, Texas Roadhouse, Fazoli's, Richmond Sanitary District, Ryan's Steakhouse, and others will have mascots at the game. They will be participating in events planned throughout the day on and off the field.
On Friday, the Richmond Roosters will host their final home game before heading out on a 15 game, 17 day road trip. Start your Memorial Day weekend with a bang at McBride Stadium as the we host the Roosters Run Car Show kick off with a 50's night that includes Elvis and a fabulous fireworks show. Its also Winchester/Randolph County Chamber Night, so don't miss the fun.
The 2005 Opening Day Roster is set for your Richmond Roosters. Check it out at 2005 RICHMOND ROOSTER ROSTER.
Our cameras have been busy this spring as Rowdy and the crew have been caught having fun just about everywhere. You can catch a glimpse of all the action by checking out the ROOSTERS PHOTO ALBUM 2005. We will be adding more all summer long, so check back often to see what the gang is up to. Who knows, you might just see yourself at one of our events or a game.
LISTEN LIVE! is back. Scott Leo, the Voice of the Roosters, will be back bringing you all the action, all season long. Bring your portable radio to the home games and check out all the road games on 1490 WKBV-AM as well as the LISTEN LIVE! link on our web site. Worldwide, no matter where you are at ... don't miss a minute of the action. In addition to the games, we have some new features for you this year. Scott will be posting a Rooster wrap up for each game, and Rooster Insider shows throughout the season. You can check out the final Spring Training Insider audio report on the front page of our site now. Spring Training Insider Report
Tickets for the opening home stand are available now at McBride Stadium and Side 1 Music. Get In The Game! Get your tickets today and experience the fun of Richmond Roosters Baseball! For more information call 765-935-PLAY (935-7529) or check us out at www.RichmondRoosters.com.
Frontier League Stories from May 25, 2005
- RiverHawks roll over Grizzlies - Rockford RiverHawks
- Otters drop season opener - Evansville Otters
- Wild Things Lose Home Opener to the Ohio Valley Red Coats - Washington Wild Things
- Opening Day at McBride Stadium - Richmond Roosters
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