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Tobs Announce 2015 Promotions Schedule

March 17, 2015 - Coastal Plain League (Coastal Plain)
Wilson Tobs News Release


WILSON, N.C., March 17, 2015 - The Wilson Tobs are excited to announce the 2015 promotions schedule. This year will feature some new promotions amongst some old favorites. The Tobs will also feature a record 33 home games in 2015.

Thomas and Farris Postgame Fireworks return for two nights: Opening Night Sunday, May 24 and the Fourth of July Firework Extravaganza.

The first 500 fans who attend Opening Night will receive a 2015 Schedule Magnet presented by Wayback Burgers.

There will also be a record nine Thirsty Thursdays in 2015. Thirsty Thursdays will also have a new twist. They will also be Tasty Thursdays. Fans will be able to purchase access to a VIP area featuring TVs to watch the game and a local chef who will prepare gourmet appetizers as well as the Foothills 39 Club. VIPs will also receive a Souvenir Swag Bag with prizes from Tobs corporate partners and beer discounts.

Every night fans will also be able to participate in BoJangles' Baseball Bingo. For a special price of $2, fans get a Bingo card and can win BoJangles' prizes.

On July 11 the Tobs will host the inagural Burger Bash presented by Wayback Burgers. For more information about participating in the cookoff, call the Tobs office at (252)-291-8627.

The Tobs will wear special edition jerseys for Superhero Night for the Coastal Plain League Opener. On Wednesday, May 26, kids dressed up as their favorite superhero or Tob get free admission and entry into a costume contest. They can also participate in the Trick or Trunk Line to receive candy and goodies from Tobs marketing partners.

The Tobs will wear special edition jerseys again. This time they will be camo jerseys when they host a Sportsman's Expo presented by Farm Bureau Insurance and Lee Motor Company on Thursday, July 16. It will be the ultimate sportsman's experience in Wilson. If you like to hunt, fish, boat or do anything outdoors, make sure you're here for this experience! Duck call contests, casting contests, and much more!

Some of the most popular fan favorites will also be back for the 2015 season.

This year will also marks the Fourth Annual Beer and Barbeque Festival presented by Thomas and Farris and Coastal Beverage Company. The festival is set for Saturday, June 6.

On Monday, June 8 the Tobs will celebrate the success of elementary students who participated in the Read Around the Bases program with a pre-game parade around the bases brought to you by Lee Motor Company. Then the when schools are out for the summer, students will get half-price admission to the School's Out Celebration on Wednesday, June 10.

Dollar Dog Night will take on a whole new meaning on Weiner Wonka Night sponsored by TL. Herring and Carolina Packers, on Friday, June 26. All Bright Leaf Hot Dogs will be $1 and lucky fans will find a Golden Ticket when they unwrap their hot dog. Golden Ticket holders will win cash prizes.

The fun for kids doesn't end there. One Tuesday, June 30, the 2015 Picnic in the Park will feature the only day game of the season. There will also be a giant water slide and slip-n-slide inflatables and a dunking booth will be on site for fans to dunk their favorite Tobs players! First pitch is set for noon.

Fans interested in a chance to win a $500 in cash prizes should attend the BB&T Friday 500 on June 19. All those who save their admission ticket have a chance to win.

Once again, the Tobs will try to stuff the bus full of food for Home Run for Hunger sponsored by Lee Motor Company, The Wilson Times, First Baptist Church, Vick Family Farms, and the Wilson Luncheon Lions Club on Friday, July 28. Fans who bring five non-perishable food items will receive FREE general admission to the game! The Tobs will distribute collected items to food pantries around the community!

On Saturday, July 11 fans will have the opportunity to win prize jewelry as Diggin' in the Diamond presented by Vaughn's Jewelers returns for the 2015 season.

The park will be painted pink once again for Pink Night sponsored by the Pink Ladies on Thursday, July 23. Historic Fleming Stadium will be decorated in pink and the Tobs players will sport jerseys highlighted with pink, which will be up for auction at the end of the evening.

To view the complete schedule, visit wilsontobs.com and click under the Season Tickets link. 2015 Season Tickets are available! Also, stay current by liking our Facebook page, following us on twitter @WilsonTobs, and frequently visiting our website for exciting new promotions, theme nights, more unique giveaway items and fun new programs with the Tobs!

The Tobs will open up the 2015 season Sunday, May 24 th at home in an exhibition game against the Fuquay-Varina Twins of the Carolina Virginia League including a post game fireworks show presented by Thomas & Farris. Gates open at 5:00 pm with first pitch 6:05pm. To tickets for the game, please call the Tobs office at (252) 291-8627 or visit wilsontobs.com.



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