SAL1 Charleston RiverDogs

RiverDogs Open Eight-Game Homestand on Tuesday

Published on June 6, 2005 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Charleston RiverDogs News Release


CHARLESTON, SC – The autumn wind blowing through the park. The roar of a jubilant crowd. The tension and angst with each pitch and every crack of the bat. These are the sights and sounds of playoff baseball, and they could be heading back to Charleston for the second consecutive year.

The RiverDogs drive for a first half South Atlantic League Southern Division championship and a playoff berth continues at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park on Tuesday night as the RiverDogs open an eight-game homestand, their final contests at "The Joe" in the first half.

The homestand begins with four games against the Kannapolis Intimidators. Tuesday will be another Two for Tuesday, presented by 96 WAVE, Harris Teeter, Northwoods and Citadel Malls as fans can receive two tickets for the price of one. Tuesday is also The Holy City has Tattoos Night as the RiverDogs will distribute temporary tattoos at the gates and fans can register to win a free tattoo in Savannah, GA.

Also beginning Tuesday is a three-day RiverDogs baseball camp for 5-8 year olds, presented by Trident. The camp runs through Thursday and gives youngsters a chance to learn the game from the future New York Yankees.

Wednesday is B-I-N-G-O Night at Riley Park. Fans will be handed bingo sheets as they walk into the park and can play Grandma's favorite game from their seats. And B-I-N-G-O is her Game-o is presented by The Drive @ 100.5 FM.

Discounted beverages will be on tap at "The Joe" for another Thirsty Thursday, presented by Wild Wing Café and 95 SX. Thursday night will also be Mis-Manners Night, as the first year New York Yankees affiliate will have a "rude" awakening for the city voted the best-mannered in the country for the 10th straight year.

The four-game set with Kannapolis concludes with a Sprint Friday Night Fireworks display. Friday is also Dukes Mayonnaise/Food Lion Family Night as fans can bring a receipt showing a Dukes Mayonnaise purchase or a product label and receive free admission. It's also Alex Sanders Night at "The Joe," as the former College of Charleston president will be on hand. Friday night's game is also sponsored by Q104.5 FM.

On Friday and Saturday, the BellSouth Summer Swing tour visits Charleston. The BellSouth E-Zone will be set up at the front gates of Riley Park, giving fans a chance to see all that BellSouth has to offer in the way of communications technology.

A crucial four-game set at "The Joe" begins on Saturday as the RiverDogs welcome in the second place Augusta Greenjackets in a series that could decide the first half championship. All fans attending Saturday's game will receive a Vintage Milk Bottle, courtesy of SUDIA and Pet Dairy, Got Milk?, and Sunny 96.9.

Before Saturday's game, the RiverDogs will host the second annual Fun is Good 5K Race and Fun Walk, presented by Carolina First. The race will begin at 5:30 pm in Riley Park, pass through Hampton Park, and conclude at home plate at "The Joe" with RiverDogs players and coaches congratulating the participants. Registration for the event includes the race entry, a post-race party in the RiverDogs picnic area and a ticket to the game. More information can be obtained about the event by calling (843) 577-DOGS (3647).

Sunday is another Bubba Gump Shrimp Company Family Sunday. It will also be the third Dog Day of the season, as fans can bring their four-legged friends to Riley Park for an afternoon of fun. In addition, the RiverDogs will be participating in the Bair Fund on Sunday. Former Minor League pitcher Dennis Bair has spearheaded a project to find missing kids by having hometown athletes sign their photos in a special post-game autograph session. Sunday's game is also presented by Coast 92.5 FM.

Monday is Dogs with a Cause Night, as the RiverDogs welcome Lowcountry Lab Rescue to raise awareness for their cause. It's also Beazer Homes Food and Beverage Night as the first 500 fans receive a free hot dog and soda. Monday's game is also presented by WSC 94.3 FM.

The homestand ends with another Two for Tuesday, presented by 96 WAVE, Harris Teeter, Northwoods and Citadel Malls. It's also "Bring Your Mother-in-Law Night", featuring a special mother-in-law drop-off zone at the main gates. The RiverDogs will also be giving away an "old bag" (a game-used base) and handing out ear plugs for, well, obvious reasons.

Tickets for the entire eight-game homestand can be purchased by calling the RiverDogs box office at (843) 577-DOGS (3647) or by visiting the team's website at www.riverdogs.com.

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