
Storm Chasers Series Highlights: June 30-July 3
June 28, 2016 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Omaha Storm Chasers News Release
OMAHA - The Storm Chasers return to Werner Park on Thursday, June 30 to begin a four-game homestand against the Memphis Redbirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Among the highlights of the homestand are Thirsty Thursday with Marlins Man appearing (June 30), as well as Hy-Vee Friday Fireworks (July 1). The back-to-back-to-back fireworks nights continue with First National Bank Independence Fireworks on July 2 and July 3. In addition, WWE Hall of Famer "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan will in attendance on July 1.
MARLINS MAN APPEARANCE on THIRSTY THURSDAY by CHARLIE HUSTLE - Thursday, June 30 at 7:05 p.m.
The weekend starts early at Werner Park on Thirsty Thursday presented by Charlie Hustle, with drink specials beginning when gates open at 6:00 p.m. Bud and Bud Light drafts will be available for just $2, in addition to small Pepsi fountain beverages for just a $1. Laurence Leavy also known as "Marlins Man" will also be in attendance sitting behind home plate and available for in-game autographs as well.
June 30 Media Partners: AM 590, Z-92, CD 105.9, Action 3 News
"HACKSAW" JIM DUGGAN APPEARANCE with HY-VEE FRIDAY FIREWORKS- Friday, July 1, at 7:05 p.m.
Kick off Independence Weekend with one of the most patriotic characters of all time! WWE Hall of Famer "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan is scheduled to be attendance at Werner Park, and will be signing autographs and posing for photos with fans for a limited time during the game. After the contest, the first of three straight fireworks nights blasts off with a post-game Fireworks Spectacular presented by Hy-Vee.
July 1 Media Partners: NRG Media, KETV Newswatch7
INDEPENDENCE FIREWORKS PRESENTED BY FIRST NATIONAL BANK - Saturday, July 2 at 7:05 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Weekend with the first of two Independence Fireworks nights presented by First National Bank.
July 2 Media Partners: Star 104.5, WOWT 6 News
INDEPENDENCE FIREWORKS PRESENTED BY FIRST NATIONAL BANK with PATRIOTIC JERSEY SALE- Sunday, July 3 at 7:05 p.m.
The organization's 48th Annual Independence Fireworks Spectacular blasts off the biggest fireworks in the metro, presented by First National Bank. The biggest show of the weekend will ignite the skies for the second straight evening after the game. All fans are also welcome to watch the post-game fireworks show on the field. In addition, Storm Chasers players and coaches will also be wearing special patriotic jerseys in commemoration of Independence Day. Fans will have the chance to purchase the game worn jerseys by placing bids during the game, the highest bidder will receive the jersey from the player who wore the jersey on the field after the game.
July 3 Media Partners: Star 104.5
Capacity crowds are expected for these events. On Saturday, July 2nd and Sunday July 3rd, Werner Park Parking Lots will open at 4:30pm. Unless otherwise noted, Werner Park Parking Lots will open 2 hours prior to the first scheduled pitch for all other games. Tickets for all remaining 2016 Storm Chasers contests are still available and can be purchased online at www.omahastormchasers.com/tickets, or by calling the Werner Park Ticket Office at (402) 738-5100.
Pacific Coast League Stories from June 28, 2016
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- Exciting Promotions Await Sky Sox this Independence Day Weekend - Colorado Springs Sky Sox
- River Cats 86 51s in Series Win - Sacramento River Cats
- Reyes Selected for MLB Futures Game - Memphis Redbirds
- Nate Smith Selected to All-Star Futures Game - Salt Lake Bees
- Nashville Sounds Game Information: Omaha Storm Chasers (32-44) at Nashville Sounds (46-33) - Nashville Sounds
- Iowa Wins Finale to Take Series - Oklahoma City Comets
- Richards, La Stella Give Iowa Boost - Iowa Cubs
- Nate Smith Selected to All-Star Futures Game - Salt Lake Bees
- Bonifacio & Dozier Selected to Play in MLB All-Star Futures Game - Omaha Storm Chasers
- Healy Selected for 2016 SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game - Nashville Sounds
- Reno Aces Game Information: El Paso Chihuahuas (46-32) at Reno Aces (41-37) - Reno Aces
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- Richard Begins Rehab Stint with Iowa - Iowa Cubs
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- Grizzlies lose ground on Rainiers, fall 6-2 - Fresno Grizzlies
- Colorado Springs Outlasts Round Rock 3-2 in 14 Innings - Round Rock Express
- Chihuahuas Win 13-3 in Reno Monday - El Paso Chihuahuas
- Three-Run Eighth Gives Tacoma 6-2 Victory Over Fresno - Tacoma Rainiers
- El Paso Sails Past Aces in Rout - Reno Aces
- Isotopes Fall 5-3 to Bees for 11th Straight Loss - Albuquerque Isotopes
- Blach Beats the Heat, Tosses Shutout in Vegas - Sacramento River Cats
- Sky Sox Survive to Win 3-2 in 14 - Colorado Springs Sky Sox
- McGowin Stymies Lsotopes - Salt Lake Bees
- Redbirds Prevail to Set up Chance for Series Sweep - Memphis Redbirds
- Sounds Win on Nunez's Walk-Off Single - Nashville Sounds
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