Storm Chasers Series Highlights: May 6-9
May 3, 2016 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Omaha Storm Chasers News Release
OMAHA - The Storm Chasers return to Werner Park on Friday, May 6 to begin an eight-game homestand. They begin the stretch with a four-game series against the Iowa Cubs with Star Wars Night and Hy-Vee Friday Fireworks (May 6). The homestand will also feature the pre-game 5th Anniversary Season Celebration, Werner Park Stadium Replica Giveaway presented by Fairfield Inn and Suites of Papillion and an appearance by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles courtesy of Valentino's on Saturday among other activities throughout the week.
STAR WARS NIGHT with HAN SOLO JERSEY AUCTION and HY-VEE FRIDAY FIREWORKS - Friday, May 6 at 7:05 p.m.
On Star Wars Night presented by ParentSavvy.com, Storm Chasers players and coaches will be wearing special Han Solo themed Star Wars jerseys. The jerseys will be auctioned off during the contest to benefit Methodist Hospital Foundation. The 501st Legion, Central Garrison & Mandalorian Mercs will also be on hand appearing as Star Wars characters. Fans will also have the opportunity to win Star Wras Prize Packs by playing "Where's Yoda?" during the game. Following the game will also be a fireworks spectacular accompanied by Star Wars music, presented by Hy-Vee.
May 6 Media Partners: KETV, Power 106.9
5th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION with WERNER PARK STADIUM REPLICA GIVEAWAY (1,500) and TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES APPEARANCE - Saturday, May 7 at 7:05 p.m.
Fans are invited to the 5th Anniversary celebration of the Storm Chasers playing at Werner Park and the first 1,500 fans through the gates beginning at 6:00 p.m. Werner Park will receive a special Werner Park Stadium Replica Giveaway thanks to the Fairfield Inn & Suites of Papillion. Pre-Game festivities will begin at 6:30pm. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will also be on hand to pose for pictures courtesy of Valentino's. Fans will also have the opportunity to win Valentino's gift cards.
May 7 Media Partners: WOWT 6 News, The KAT 103.7, The WOLF 93.3
U.S. BANK FAMILY FUNDAY with GILDAN PAMPERING THE PARK FOR MOM and OMAHA WORLD-HERALD AUTOGRAPH CARDS GIVEAWAY (1,000) - Sunday, May 8 at 2:05 p.m.
Mothers will have an opportunity to enjoy a free mini-massage or mini-manicure while their kids enjoy fun Mother's Day activities during the game as part of Gildan Pampering the Park. The first 1,000 fans through the gates will also receive the first in a set of four Omaha World-Herald Autograph Cards Giveaways, with the first set featuring Balbino Fuenmayor, Jorge Bonifacio, Malcom Culver and John Lannan. Those four players are scheduled to be available for autographs from 1:00-1:30 p.m. U.S. Bank Family FUNday will also feature clowns, balloon artists, face painting and a live reptile show from Wildlife Encounters. The Hardee's Post-Game Kids Run The Bases is also scheduled to take place after the game, allowing fans 12 or younger to circle the same bases as Storm Chasers players. Fans can also bring two Hy-Vee labeled canned food items and receive one FREE McDonald's Berm Ticket to benefit Heartland Hope Mission.
May 8 Media Partners: 100.7 THE FISH
FIVE DOLLAR DAYS on AARP CAREGIVING DAY - Monday, May 8 at 11:05 a.m.
The four-game series concludes with Five Dollar Day, featuring a great deal for fans that includes nachos, along with cheese, and a small Pepsi fountain drink for just $5. As part of AARP Caregiving Day there will be special programs for AARP members and the general public, including resources for family caregivers and their loved ones, including BINGO, and a Senior Stroll on the concourse.
May 9 Media Partners: Boomer 1490
The homestand will continue with a four-game series against the Memphis Redbirds from May 10-13, and is highlighted by Tallboy Tuesday (May 10), Five Dollar Day (May 11), Husker Night on Thirsty Thursday (May 12) and Hy-Vee Friday Fireworks on Zombie Night (May 13)
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.
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