TL1 Frisco RoughRiders

Riders Homestand Preview: Monday, April 25 - Monday, May 2

Published on April 25, 2016 under Texas League (TL1)
Frisco RoughRiders News Release


FRISCO, TEXAS - The Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, host the critically acclaimed Runner-Up Night, the first Bark in the Park Night of the year, give away bobbleheads of Riders mascot Deuce, and shoot off Post-Game Fireworks during the team's next homestand from April 25 through May 2. Beginning tonight at Dr Pepper Ballpark, the RoughRiders host the San Antonio Missions (San Diego Padres) and Corpus Christi Hooks (Houston Astros) over the next eight days in the club's second homestand of the season.

Highlighting the homestand is Runner-Up Night on Tuesday the 26th, a promotional night that went viral when announced back in December. The RoughRiders have extended invitations to famous runner-ups, including Miss Colombia of the 2015 Miss Universe pageant and members of the Buffalo Bills Super Bowl runner-up teams of the 1990s.

On Friday, April 29, the Riders will hand out the first bobblehead of the season, a souvenir of team's lovable mascot Deuce, and fire off Post-Game Fireworks.

Fans can bring their dogs out for the team's first Bark in the Park night, sponsored by Muenster Pet Foods and presented by VCA Animal Hospital, on Saturday, April 30.

Entering play with the best record in the Texas League, the Riders play host to two South Division opponents in the eight-game stretch beginning Monday night. The club will also celebrate two Big Money Mondays, Taco Tuesday, Weiner Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday, Post-Game Fireworks on Friday, a Post-Game Party Saturday, and a Kids Sunday Funday.

The following is a breakdown of the entire promotional schedule during the upcoming homestand:

Monday, April 25, 2016 - Riders vs. San Antonio Missions (SD) (7:05 p.m.) - Big Money Monday

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Big Money Monday: Select fans in attendance will have the chance to win "Big Money" in various games and contest. One lucky fan will even have the chance to win a big money JACKPOT of up to $25,000 on a game situation or in a game of chance. Fans can sign up at Guest Services from the time that gates open through the 3rd inning.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - Riders vs. San Antonio Missions (SD) (7:05 p.m.) - Runner-Up Night and Taco Tuesday

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Runner-Up Night: Join us on a night dedicated to the second-place winners of the world, a promotion lauded by Darren Rovell of ESPN, Yahoo! Sports, Fox Sports, and CBS Sports. Prizes for on-field contests will go to the second-place finisher, a lucky fan will win a seat upgrade to the second-best seats in the house, and there will be other festivities to celebrate those that fall one spot shy of first place.

Taco Tuesday: Fans can enjoy $2 tacos all game long, select $3 beers, and half-price margaritas

Wednesday, April 27, 2016 - Riders vs. San Antonio Missions (SD) (11:05 a.m.) - Weiner Wednesday

Gates: 10:00 a.m. to the public, 9:30 a.m. for Founder's Members

Weiner Wednesday: Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all game long. The club will also host a hot dog eating contest. The winner of each week will be invited to compete in the final round on the final Wednesday home game of the season.

Education Day: School children pour into the ballpark with opportunities to learn fun and interesting facts throughout the game on RiderVision.

Thursday, April 28, 2016 - Riders vs. San Antonio Missions (SD) (7:05 p.m.) - Thirsty Thursday

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Thirsty Thursday: Enjoy $1 domestic draft beers, $2 craft and import beers, and $1 Dr Pepper products from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Dr Pepper 4 for $44 Fan Pack: Every Thursday and Sunday home game, for just $44, receive four tickets, four hot dogs, and four Dr Pepper products when purchasing the Dr Pepper 4 for $44 Fan Pack online at www.ridersbaseball.com/dpfanpack.

Friday, April 29, 2016 - Riders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks (HOU) (7:o5 p.m.) - Deuce Bobblehead Giveaway and Fireworks Friday

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Deuce Bobblehead Giveaway: The first 1,500 fans through the gates will take home a Deuce bobblehead doll

Fireworks Friday: Join us on the field after the game for another spectacular fireworks show

Saturday, April 30, 2016 - Riders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks (HOU) (7:05 p.m.) - Bark in the Park and Saturday Post-Game Party

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Bark in the Park, sponsored by Muenster Pet Foods and presented by VCA Animal Hospital: For the first time this year, fans can bring their dogs to the park and enjoy Riders baseball on the berm next to their furry friends. Support for Bark in the Park night is also presented by VCA Animal Hospitals.

Special Guest Group: Canine Companions will have a veteran, assisted by one of their dogs, throw a ceremonial first pitch. The group will also show off their talented canines in a special presentation!

Dog Bone Bag Dispenser Giveaway: The first 500 dogs through the gate will take home a dog bone bag dispenser.

Saturday Post-Game Party: Half-price drinks beginning in the ninth inning with live entertainment in the Bull Moose Saloon down the left field line.

Sunday, May 1, 2016 - Riders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks (HOU) (4:05 p.m.) - Team Poster Giveaway and Kids Sunday Funday

Gates: 3:00 p.m. to the public, 2:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Team Poster Giveaway: The first 2,000 fans will receive a free poster, featuring the 2016 RoughRiders

Kids Sunday Funday: Kids and their parents can play catch on the field (up to 3:30 p.m.) and fans can enjoy $1 ice cream sandwiches throughout the game.

Dr Pepper 4 for $44 Fan Pack: Every Thursday and Sunday home game, for just $44, receive four tickets, four hot dogs, and four Dr Pepper products when purchasing the Dr Pepper 4 for $44 Fan Pack online at www.ridersbaseball.com/dpfanpack.

Monday, May 2, 2016 - Riders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks (HOU) (7:05 p.m.) - Big Money Monday

Gates: 6:00 p.m. to the public, 5:30 p.m. for Founder's Members

Big Money Monday: Select fans in attendance will have the chance to win "Big Money" in various games and contest. One lucky fan will even have the chance to win a big money JACKPOT of up to $25,000 on a game situation or in a game of chance. Fans can sign up at Guest Services from the time that gates open through the 3rd inning.

Tickets for all games during the homestand and the rest of the season are available now online at RidersBaseball.com, via email at info@ridersbaseball.com, over the phone at (972) 731-9200, or in-person at the RoughRiders box office. The RoughRiders host 70 games through Labor Day, September 5.

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