FSL1 Charlotte Stone Crabs

Stone Crabs Open Three-Game Set Tonight

Published on July 15, 2009 under Florida State League (FSL1)
Charlotte Stone Crabs News Release


PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. - The Charlotte Stone Crabs return to Charlotte Sports Park with a three-game series against the Jupiter Hammerheads (Florida Marlins) starting Wednesday, July 15.

The homestand will feature the team's second Faith Night of the season on Friday, July 17, and a Thirsty Thursday with drink specials through the fifth inning on Thursday, July 16.

The Stone Crabs open the homestand against the Hammerheads tonight with a Chick-fil-A Winning Wednesday where fans receive a coupon for a free item at Chick-fil-A if the Stone Crabs win. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and first pitch is at 7:05 p.m.

Thursday's game marks another Thirsty Thursday presented by The Ice House Pub with $1 domestic drafts and $2 domestic bottles at all concession stands through the fifth inning (or 8:30 p.m.). First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. with gates opening at 6:00 p.m.

The series concludes on Friday with the second "Faith Night" concert of the season at Charlotte Sports Park. Recording artist and former All-Star pitcher Kent Bottenfield will take the stage on the concourse at approximately 6:15 p.m. before first pitch at 7:05 p.m. Suncoast Worship Center in Englewood is also hosting a canned food drive and silent auction at the game to benefit the Fig Tree Food Pantry. Tickets purchased through Suncoast Worship Center are just $9 and include a free Stone Crabs hat, but orders must be made in advance by calling SWC at 941-474-5047.

Churches, youth groups, choirs and other groups are encouraged to be a part of this night of faith, fellowship and fun. The first Faith Night on June 5 featured a concert from Julianna Zobrist (wife of Tampa Bay Rays infielder Ben Zobrist), and the Stone Crabs helped raise more than $2,400 for the Englewood Helping Hand food pantry.

Tickets are still available for all games and start at just $5 for advance purchases. To purchase tickets, visit the Charlotte Sports Park box office, ticketmaster.com or call 941-206-HITS. For more information on upcoming games, please go to www.stonecrabsbaseball.com.

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