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Pat Sajak to coach first base for Fightin\' Falcons

April 12, 2005 - Golden Baseball League (GBL)
Surprise Fightin' Falcons News Release


The Surprise Fightin' Falcons announced today that Golden Baseball League owner and "The Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak will be coaching first base during the team's home opener May 26, 2005.

Sajak will also throw out a ceremonial first pitch as part of the pre-game ceremonies to take place that night. The first 2000 fans through the gates at Surprise Stadium will receive a Pat Sajak Bobblehead.

"After more than 30 years in show business, I know I've arrived, because the giveaway that night will be--are you ready for this--Pat Sajak Bobbleheads!" said Sajak.

As well as hosting "Wheel", the number one program in syndicated television since September 1983, Sajak also hosts a weekly radio show. "The Pat Sajak Baseball Hour" can be heard on Fridays at Noon Eastern Time (9AM Pacific) on MLB.com Radio. Sajak has three Emmys, a Peoples' Choice Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The Fightin' Falcons start their Inaugural 2005 Season in the GBL May 26th at 7:05 PM. The Falcons will face the Japan Samurai Bears in the first home stand. Group tickets are currently on sale, while single game tickets will go on sale April 18, 2005.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Marlena Huenefeld at 623-977-9255 ext. 305 or by e-mail mhuenefeld@goldenbaseball.com.

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