Sidewinders Upcoming Homestand Highlights

Published on May 12, 2003 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Tucson Sidewinders News Release


Tucson, AZ – The Tucson Sidewinders return home on Thursday, May 15 for a four game series against the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Colorado Rockies) and another four against the Las Vegas 51s (Los Angeles Dodgers). Las Vegas leads the South Division, and the series will be the Sidewinders' first chance to host a division rival at home this season. The homestand is highlighted by Louisville Slugger Bat Night on Friday, May 16th, ZOOperstars/Baby Boom Night on Saturday, May 17th and two Thirsty Thursdays on May 15th and May 22nd.

Good seats remain for all games. The Tucson Electric Park box office can be reached at (520) 434-1021. Gates open one hour before game time unless otherwise noted.

HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS:

Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m. vs. Colorado Springs (Gates Open 5:30) – "THIRSTY THURSDAY LIVE" – Be a part of a Tucson tradition and enjoy $1 beer and soft drinks for 2 hours after the first pitch. As a twist, laugh even more to stand-up comedy on the dugouts between innings! Register to tell your joke at any Fry's Food & Drug location.

Friday, May 16, 6:30 p.m. vs. Colorado Springs (Gates Open 5:30) – "LOUISVILLE SLUGGER BAT NIGHT" – Be one of the first 2000 kids (12 & under) with a paid admission to receive an official regulation size Louisville Slugger bat--a dream come true for all Little Leaguers!

Saturday, May 17, 6:30 p.m. vs. Colorado Springs (Gates Open 5:30) – "ZOOPERSTARS & BABY BOOM NIGHT" – Come enjoy the famous ZOOperstars--the hottest act in baseball! They are giant inflatable mascots of your favorite baseball stars and sure to entertain the entire family! Baby Boom Night is an opportunity for expectant mothers register to win at Guest Relations—the baby born closest after the event date wins prizes from Costco Wholesale and Toys-R-Us! Discount family coupons available at Tucson Medical Center.

Sunday, May 18, 6:30 p.m. vs. Colorado Springs (Gates Open 5:30) – "DOLLAR DOGS" –Enjoy $1 hot dogs at every Sunday home game—and the first 300 are free at the Signature Food Stand!

Monday, May 19, 6:30 p.m. vs. Las Vegas (Gates Open 5:30) – "MARIACHI MONDAY" – Come watch some of the best of Southern Arizona's amateur mariachi groups perform before and throughout the game in the Groves. Enjoy 2-for-1 margaritas. Complimentary tickets are available at all Quik Mart locations.

Tuesday, May 20, 6:30 p.m. vs. Las Vegas (Gates Open 5:30) – "TUCSON TOROS TUESDAY" – Come turn back the clock as your Sidewinders dress in traditional Tucson Toros uniforms. In addition, a special commemorative Toros program will be for sale, there will be throwback prices on some concessions and Toros merchandise will be on sale in the Team Shop. Look for discounted tickets in the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson Citizen.

Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 p.m. vs. Las Vegas (Gates Open 5:30) – "WE CARE WEDNESDAY" – The Sidewinders donate thousands of tickets to Pima County for distribution to charities and fundraisers of their choice.

Thursday, May 22, 6:30 p.m. vs. Las Vegas (Gates Open 5:30) – "THIRSTY THURSDAY LIVE" – Be a part of a Tucson tradition and enjoy $1 beer and soft drinks for 2 hours after the first pitch. As a twist, laugh even more to stand-up comedy on the dugouts between innings! Register to tell your joke at any Fry's Food & Drug location.

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