PCL1 Memphis Redbirds

Redbirds' final 2003 homestand starts Tuesday

Published on August 19, 2003 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Memphis Redbirds News Release


Memphis Redbirds vs. New Orleans Zephyrs (Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros)
Tue., August 19 - Sat., August 23
Memphis Redbirds vs. Oklahoma RedHawks (Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers)
Sun., August 24 - Thu., August 28

For tickets, call (901) 721-6000 or "ClickNPrint" your own tickets at http://www.memphisredbirds.com/tickets.

TIME WARNER TUESDAY / WORKING MONEY BANKS - TUE., AUGUST 19
Every Tuesday game night in 2003 is a Time Warner Tuesday! The first 1,500 fans will receive Baseball Ponchos from Time Warner. As an added bonus, we'll also have First Tennessee Working Money Banks for the first 1,500 fans as well. Be sure to tune in to TV Time Warner to watch Tuesday's game if you can't make it to the ballpark. Game time is 7:05 and gates open at 6:00. Tuesday's game sponsored by Time Warner Cable and First Tennessee.

REDBIRDS VS. NEW ORLEANS - WED., AUGUST 20
The Redbirds take on the New Orleans Zephyrs at 7:05. Be sure to visit exhibits from The Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore which will be on display in the Cellular South Connection. Gates open at 6:00. Wednesday's game sponsored by Smirnoff Triple Black.

REDBIRDS VS. NEW ORLEANS - THU., AUGUST 21
The Redbirds take on the New Orleans Zephyrs at 7:05. Gates open at 6:00.

ZOOPERSTARS - FRI., AUGUST 22
Those crazy Zooperstars are back for one final time in 2003! Bring the whole family and enjoy the zany exploits of Harry Canary, Shark McGwire and pals. Gates open at 6:00 for a 7:05 game. Friday's game sponsored by SchoolTrans.

REDBIRDS PENNANT - SAT., AUGUST 23
Display pride in your home team with a Redbirds Pennant! The first 1,500 fans Saturday can take on home. Game time is 6:05 and gates open at 4:30. Saturday's game sponsored by Aramark.

DUCK POND DAY - SUN., AUGUST 24
It's the final weekend game at AutoZone Park in 2003 and, as a show of appreciation to our fans, Sunday will be Duck Pond Day! The first 1,500 fans will choose a duck from a giant duck pond in the Plaza to redeem for a great 2003 promotional item. Don't forget that kids can run the bases like the pros after every Sunday game thanks to Dulins Sports Academy and News Channel 3. Gates open at 12:30 for the 2:05 game as the Redbirds welcome the Oklahoma RedHawks to start the final home series of the season. Sunday's game sponsored by Maui Wowi.

BOBBLE MANIA MONDAY: ROCKEY - MON., AUGUST 25
Bobble Mania Monday concludes with the final Bobblehead Doll of the season - Rockey, the Rockin' Redbird! Be sure to be one of the first 1,500 fans to complete your 2004 collection. Game time is 7:05 and gates open at 6:00. Monday's game sponsored by STAR...Connecting people with their money.

TIME WARNER TUESDAY - TUE., AUGUST 26
Every Tuesday game night in 2003 is a Time Warner Tuesday! The first 1,500 fans will receive a Special Gift from Time Warner. Be sure to tune in to TV Time Warner to watch Tuesday's game if you can't make it to the ballpark. Game time is 7:05 and gates open at 6:00. Tuesday's game sponsored by Time Warner Cable.

REDBIRDS ALUMNI TRADING CARD SET - WED., AUGUST 27
Look for your favorite former Redbirds player in the Redbirds Alumni Trading Card Set. The first 1,500 fans Wednesday will receive this unique set featuring such names from the past as Stubby Clapp, Albert Pujols, J.D. Drew, Gaylen Pitts, Rick Ankiel, Bud Smith and many more! Game time is 7:05 and gates open at 6:00. Wednesday's game sponsored by Capri Sun Sport.

FINAL HOME GAME OF 2003 - THU., AUGUST 28
The Redbirds wrap up the 2003 home season as they take on the Oklahoma RedHawks at 7:05. Gates open at 6:00.


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WIN A YEAR'S SUPPLY
OF TURNER ICE CREAM

Turner Dairies and the Memphis Redbirds are teaming up to offer Free Ice Cream for a Year to two lucky winners from fans attending the final homestand at AutoZone Park in 2003!

Look for entry forms and sign up at the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee FanFirst Center or any of the Hand Dipped Turner Ice Cream carts located throughout the ballpark during Redbirds games.

The two winners selected from a random drawing at the end of the season will each receive 52 certificates good for half-gallons of delicious Turner Ice Cream.


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PLAY A ROUND OF GOLF WITH ONE OF BASEBALL'S LEGENDS
Redbirds Classic teams forming now!

You are cordially invited to participate in the 5th Annual Redbirds Classic hosted by the Grand Casino Tunica that will be held Oct. 5 & 6, 2003. The prestigious Cottonwoods Golf Course located on the grounds of the beautiful Grand Casino Tunica will once again host this exciting tournament.

We are proud to bring the Mid-South region an incredibly rare and spectacular event giving individuals and companies the opportunity to play in a golf extravaganza with some of baseball's renowned legends, particularly Hall of Famers such as Robin Roberts, Ferguson Jenkins and Bill Mazeroski. These legends have spread the word that this event is the best of its kind in the country...a first-class golf tournament.

By partnering with the Grand Casino Tunica, we are able to offer a magnificent venue combined with star quality celebrities. This event is one you, your clients or employees will not want to miss. You can sign up for a team for either Sunday or Monday - or both if you choose!

All proceeds from the Redbirds Classic will benefit the Memphis Redbirds Baseball Foundation committed to bringing baseball and softball back to Mid-South youth. All entry fees support the efforts of the Memphis Redbirds Baseball Foundation and contribute to our city's children, civic pride and downtown revitalization.

Find out more or download an entry form at the following link...

http://www.memphisredbirds.com/not-for-profit/golf.html

There is a limit of 21 teams per day and the spaces will fill quickly. To reserve your spot, please call Rob Edgerton, Redbirds Sales Executive, at 901-722-0270, or Pete Rizzo, Senior V.P. of Sales, at 901-722-0263. We appreciate your support of the Memphis Redbirds and look forward to seeing you at the 5th Annual Redbirds Classic.

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