Super Bowl champion to throw out first pitch Saturday
Published on May 18, 2006 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Savannah Sand Gnats News Release
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The Sand Gnats will welcome Pittsburgh Steelers punter and Hilton Head Island resident Chris Gardocki as he throws out the ceremonial first pitch prior to Saturday's 7:05 p.m. game.
Gardocki has attended Sand Gnats games in past years with his son Cole. On Saturday Cole will be an honorary Sand Gnats bat boy for the night.
Gardocki, a 15-year NFL veteran, was born and raised just outside Atlanta in Stone Mountain, Ga. He graduated from Clemson Universty and was a Pro Bowler in 1996. His 1,045 punts without having one blocked is an NFL record.
Starting Friday night the Sand Gnats will be in town this weekend for a four-game homestand against the Columbus Catfish. For tickets and a complete schedule visit www.sandgnats.com or call the Sand Gnats offices at 912-351-9150.
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