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Fisher Cats Individual Tickets On Sale February 13

Manchester, NH- The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, announced today that individual game tickets will go on sale via New Hampshire Fisher Cats and by calling (603) 641-2005 on Wednesday, February 13, starting at 9:30am. Tickets can be purchased in person at Merchantsauto.com Stadium beginning on Monday, February 18, at 9:30am. Tickets to the 2008 Northeast Delta Dental Eastern League All-Star Game, slated for Wednesday, July 16, will go on sale in person, over the phone and through New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Saturday, April 19 at 9:30am.

"We are happy to give our fans three important dates to mark on their calendars in anticipation of our All-Star season," said Fisher Cats President/General Manager Rick Brenner. "Fans with phone and Internet access will be able to get a head start on selecting their games of choice on February 13, walk-up sales should be busy on February 18 and what tickets remain for the 2008 Northeast Delta Dental Eastern League All-Star Game will be in high demand on April 19."

The Fisher Cats Promotional Schedule includes 38 giveaways, starting with All-Star Magnetic Schedules, presented by Grappone Automotive Group, to the first 2,500 fans on Opening Night- Thursday, April 10, which is also United Way Night at Merchantsauto.com Stadium. There will be seven bobblehead giveaways (see list below) and 19 Atlas Fireworks Shows (see list below). Returning favorites include USA Subs Baseball Bingo every Monday and Wednesday night, Catholic Medical Center/Kids Eat Free Mondays, Scout Sleepover Nights (June 27, August 1) and a new Camp Sleepover Night (July 22). Special matinee Educational Days (April 16, May 1, May 22) will begin at 11:05am and Camp Days (July 24, August 13) will start at 12:05pm.

The Neighborhood News/NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition (August 1), Youth Soccer Day (August 15) and Manchester Monarchs Day (August 17), presented by Catholic Medical Center, are returning youth-themed games, and kids will once again be allowed to run the bases following Sunday home games. Popular ethnic-themed fundraiser dates include Greek Night (May 9), Irish Day (May 11) and Franco-American Night (May 21).

Another highlight on the schedule is the free Bank of America All-Star Block Party taking place on Tuesday, July 15, at Veterans Park in downtown Manchester, the day prior to the Northeast Delta Dental Eastern League All-Star Game.

Tickets to the 2008 Northeast Delta Dental Eastern League All-Star Game are currently available by purchasing Season Tickets or select Mini-Plans, including the brand new All-You-Can-Eat Pick-a-Plan that allows fans to choose eight games from a list of 20 dates, obtaining a box seat and unlimited hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn and fountain beverages for only $16. All Mini-Plans purchased between now and Opening Night -Thursday, April 10- will include a free, limited-edition Ted Williams Bobblehead Doll (limit one per order/household). For more information, or to order a Mini-Plan, call (603) 641-2005 or visit New Hampshire Fisher Cats.

2008 Bobblehead Doll Dates Player Uniform

Sunday, April 27 Jonathan Papelbon/Grappone Lowell Spinners

Wednesday, May 21 Kevin Youkilis/NE Delta Dental Lowell Spinners

Sunday, June 1 Rico Petrocelli/ U.S. Cellular Trenton Thunder

Friday, June 6 David Ortiz/Sovereign Bank New Britain Rock Cats

Friday, June 27 Jacoby Ellsbury Lowell Spinners

Friday, July 18 Chris Carpenter St. Louis Cardinals

Wednesday, August 27 Clay Buchholz Lowell Spinners

2008 Atlas Fireworks Nights Opponent Game Time

Friday, April 11 Connecticut Defenders 6:35pm

Friday, April 25 Bowie Baysox 6:35pm

Friday, May 9 New Britain Rock Cats 6:35pm

Fridday, May 30 Portland Sea Dogs 6:35pm

Thursday, June 5 Akron Aeros 7:05pm

Saturday, June 7 Erie SeaWolves 7:05pm

Thursday, June 19 Connecticut Defenders 7:05pm

Saturday, June 21 Portland Sea Dogs 7:05pm

Saturday, June 28 New Britain Rock Cats 7:05pm

Friday, July 4 Trenton Thunder 7:05pm

Saturday, July 5 Trenton Thunder 7:05pm

Wednesday, July 16 NE Delta Dental EL All-Star Game 7:05pm

Thursday, July 17 New Britain Rock Cats 7:05pm

Saturday, July 19 New Britain Rock Cats 7:05pm

Thursday, July 31 Portland Sea Dogs 7:05pm

Saturday, August 2 Connecticut Defenders 7:05pm

Thursday, August 14 Harrisburg Senators 7:05pm

Saturday, August 16 Altoona Curve 7:05pm

Thursday, August 28 Binghamton Mets 7:05pm

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Restall Named VP of Business Operations

Manchester, NH- The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, today announced that Tim Restall has been hired as the team's Vice President of Business Operations. Restall, 35, is an original member of the Fisher Cats' front office who served as the team's Director of Food and Beverage at Gill Stadium in 2004. The following season he took over as the Director of Food and Beverage for Centerplate, the official food provider of the Fisher Cats at Merchantsauto.com Stadium, a position he held through the 2007 season.

"We've had the pleasure of working closely with Tim as partners during his time with Centerplate, and now we are very excited to have him join our family as the Vice President of Business Operations," said Fisher Cats owner Art Solomon. "He possesses the leadership and management skills ideal for this position, and we look forward to having him take the reins."

"I am honored to receive this opportunity with the Fisher Cats, and I want to thank Art Solomon and Rick Brenner for making it a reality," said Restall. "It is not often you get the chance to take on a new professional challenge while remaining with a talented group of hard-working people you already know and trust. I look forward to working closely with this great staff as we gear up for our All-Star season."

"I have the utmost respect for Tim Restall and happily welcome him to our team," said Fisher Cats President/General Manager Rick Brenner. "This move makes our front office even stronger, and I am looking forward to working by his side."

Prior to joining the Fisher Cats, Restall worked for the Single-A West Michigan Whitecaps (Detroit Tigers) of the Midwest League as the Food and Beverage Manager from 2000-2003. He also oversaw the food service operation at a half-mile track called Berlin (MI) Raceway. Tim's career in the family entertainment industry began in 1989 at Canobie Lake Park in Salem. He worked his way up from stand manager to Assistant General Manager over 11 years. He graduated from Pinkerton Academy in Derry and attended New Hampshire College and UNH-Manchester. Tim lives in Concord with his wife, Tara, and three children: Timmy, Matthew and William.

Tickets to the 2008 Northeast Delta Dental Eastern League All-Star Game are currently available by purchasing Season Tickets or select Mini-Plans, including the brand new All-You-Can-Eat Pick-a-Plan that allows fans to choose eight games from a list of 20 dates, obtaining a box seat and unlimited hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn and fountain beverages for only $16. All Mini-Plans purchased between now and Opening Night -Thursday, April 10- will include a free, limited-edition Ted Williams Bobblehead Doll (limit one per order/household). For more information, or to order tickets, call (603) 641-2005 or visit New Hampshire Fisher Cats.

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2008 M-Braves Employment Opportunities

Looking for the most unusual and exciting part time job in the state of Mississippi? Then look no further than the Mississippi Braves and Trustmark Park. The Mississippi Braves are now accepting new applicants for their 2008 game staffing needs. Interested applicants may apply in person, Monday through Friday, 9 AM til 4:30 PM at the Mississippi Braves/Trustmark Park executive offices. Call (601) 932-8788 for more details.

2008 Available Positions

Bat Boy

Clubhouse Camera Operator

Field Camera Operator

Catering Food Prep

Cleanup Crew

Concession Stand Manager

Concession Vendor/Hawker

Elevator Operator

Event Security Staff

Fun Zone Attendant

Grounds Crew

Guest Relations Rep

Host/Hostesses

Kitchen Prep Staff

Line Cooks

Mascot

Mascot Attendant

Merchandise Store Attendant

Money Audit Staff

Official Scorer

Parking Attendant

Press Box Attendant

Program Seller

Promotions & Entertainment Team

Public Address Announcer

Restaurant Wait Staff

Scoreboard Operator

Suite Attendants

Swithboard Operator

Ticket Seller

Ticket Taker

Usher

Video Production Assistant

Vip Seat Attendant

Warehouse Attendant

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RoughRiders partner with TXA 21 for game broadcasts

Frisco, TX - The Frisco RoughRiders and TXA 21 have teamed together to broadcast select RoughRiders games during the 2008, 2009, and 2010 seasons.

RoughRiders announcer and Lone Star Emmy Award winner Scott Garner will do the play-by-play on all 10 of the broadcasts in 2008. Garner was awarded an Emmy following the 2006 season for best television play-by-play broadcast. The game broadcasts will feature a five minute pregame show and postgame shows up to 30 minutes in length.

"We are excited to add RoughRiders games to TXA 21's schedule of local sports broadcasts," said TXA 21 Senior Vice President and Station Manager Gary Schneider. "The team is a lot of fun to watch, and we hope to introduce more North Texans to Texas League baseball!"

Scott Sonju, RoughRiders President and General Manager, echoed Schneider's sentiments about the relationship.

"We are constantly exploring new avenues to bring RoughRiders baseball to our fans in North Texas. There is no better venue for this than TXA 21, which already has an extensive and outstanding background in sports broadcasts."

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Two-Day Job Fair in February

In an ongoing effort to provide the best possible service to Springfield Cardinals' fans, Delaware North Companies' Sportservice, one of the nation's leading food, beverage and retail management companies, is holding an on-site job fair. The event will be held over a period of two days; Friday, February 1st from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, and Saturday, February 2nd from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Applicants should come to the Visitor's Clubhouse located on the West side of Hammons Field on Sherman Parkway.

Sportservice, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking to fill the following positions: servers for suites, clubs and catering, food and beverage runners for clubs, supervisors, kitchen staff, porters, stand attendants, kitchen prep, and those with any type of cooking experience.

Additionally, if your organization is looking to raise money, volunteer groups are also used to staff concession stands, vend food and operate the food vending commissaries.

All positions are event driven. All applicants must be highly motivated & customer oriented. If unable to attend, but still interested, please call 832-3021.

Don't forget that individual tickets go on sale Wednesday, March 5th at 9am. The only way to GUARANTEE tickets to the St. Louis Cardinals exhibition games on March 28th and 29th, is by becoming a Springfield Cardinals Season Ticket Holder. Season Ticket packages are available by calling 417-863-2143. We hope to see you at Hammons Field very soon. Go Cards and Get Your RED On!

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Little League Sign Ups At Citibank Ballpark

As January draws to a close, the RockHounds are that much closer to opening day (Thursday, April 10th) at Citibank Ballpark. This off-season we have made tremendous strides with game presentation and exciting new promotions inside and outside of the Ballpark.

The RockHounds are also making an increased effort to help local Little Leagues spread the word about youth baseball, softball and tee ball in the Permian Basin. Saturday, January 26th, parents are encouraged to visit the 'Diamond Club' at Citibank Ballpark to sign up or find out information on local youth leagues in our area.

Leagues are available for children ages 5 - 18, and will begin at the end of March. Stop by to find out how to place your child in a league today!

Team & League News

More Guests Confirmed for Banquet

The Annual West Texas Sports Banquet will be held on Thursday, February 7th at the Midland Country Club. This year's event will feature Bill Valentine as the key note speaker and Minor League President Pat O'Connor presenting the RockHounds with the 2007 John H. Johnson trophy. All proceeds will go directly to Casa De Amigos and the St. Ann's School Athletic Department. Tickets are available by calling the RockHounds offices at 520-2255.

Pre Game Entertainment

The RockHounds are looking for individuals or groups to sing the National Anthem this summer. If you are interested in trying out please call us at 520-2255 to set up a tryout.

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Hooks Update

SPARKS A FLYIN' - The day has arrived to pick up the Hooks Friday Fireworks Plus package. Outside of purchasing full-season tickets, this is the only way to guarantee your seat for all 13 fireworks displays at Whataburger Field. The 21-game plan is priced at $175 and features Opening Day, the season finale and an exhibition game against Triple-A sister club Round Rock on March 30. Click here for the full story.

TICKET CENTRAL - With spring dancing on your doorstep, the time has never been better to pick up a Hooks ticket package. At $495 for 71 games, the full-season plan offers fans the best entertainment value in the Coastal Bend. Season-ticket holders have priority options for playoffs, discounted parking and access to the Cotton Club.

PLUGGED IN - Online registration for Rusty's Kids Club and Sammy's Birthday Club is now available!

Rusty's Kids Club - $15

- Hooks Cap

- Stadium Blanket

- Up to 35 GA Tickets

- Membership Card

- 10% Discount at Hook, Line & Sinker

- Kids Club Parties Every Sunday Home Game

- Free Kids Zone Wrist Band for Every Sunday Home Game

Sammy's Birthday Club - $5

- Birthday card with two reserved tickets from Sammy Seagull

- Coupon to run in the birthday parade at Hooks home game

- Coupon for a T-Shirt

WHATACLASSIC - Tickets for the Whataburger College Classic, to be held March 7-9, go on sale Friday, February 15. The 2008 field features the University of Arizona, ranked No.1 in Collegiate Baseball's pre-season NCAA Division I poll, the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, South Alabama and Texas A&M - Corpus Christi. The three-day package is $18 for adults and $9 for youth. Daily tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for youth.

WEBSITE POLL - Let's hope it's this tight on the field. Forty-eight percent of the those who've voted in our poll said the famed Fighting Irish of Notre Dame are the team they are most exciting about seeing at this year's Whataburger College Classic. Pre-season No.1 Arizona checks in at a close second with 44 percent. This week, the discussion continues. To log your entry, go to cchooks.com and scroll down the home page.

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Naturals Rotation Candidate Named Royals Minor League Pitcher of the Year for 2007 Campaign

The Kansas City Royals have named left-handed pitcher Rowdy Hardy as a recipient of the Alex George Royals Minor League Player of the Year award for 2007. Hardy is viewed by the organization as a potential rotation candidate for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals this season.

Hardy, 25, dominated in the Carolina League in 2007, compiling a 15-5 mark with a 2.48 ERA in 26 appearances, including 22 starts for the Wilmington Blue Rocks, the Royals affiliate at the Advanced-A level. The 6-foot-4, 170-pound southpaw started for the Carolina League in the Carolina-California League All-Star Game and was also named the Carolina League Pitcher of the Year following the season by a vote of the league managers. A control specialist, Hardy tossed three complete games and issued just 16 walks in 167 innings. Hardy is a Bethel Springs, TN resident and was signed by the Royals as a non-drafted free agent in 2006.

Triple-A infielder Mike Aviles was the position player named to receive the same award. Aviles hit .296 with 17 homers and 77 RBI last season for the Omaha Royals, the Royals' Triple-A affiliate.

The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League affiliate of the Kansas City Royals and will begin play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark, located in Springdale, on Thursday, April 10th against the San Antonio Missions. You can purchase season tickets and group outings with the Naturals by calling (479) 927-4900. There are 78 DAYS REMANING until Opening Day!

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LA and IE Team Up On New Exclusive Ticket Package

San Bernardino, CA - When the Dodgers decided to move their high "A" affiliate from Dodgertown in Vero Beach, Florida to San Bernardino, California, they did it with the fans' best interest in mind. Dodgertown will always have a special spot in the hearts of those who bleed blue, but now Dodgers fans in southern California can see the stars of tomorrow without a plane ticket or even a full tank of gasoline.

The Dodgers are taking advantage of having their farm system in their own backyard. The 66ers and Dodgers have teamed up for an exclusive ticket package that will allow you to see the present and future Dodgers. The organizations will offer eight games, two contests in Los Angeles and six games in the Inland Empire. The six games with the 66ers will be any six games of your choice. The two with the Dodgers will be on Saturday, June 7th vs. the Cubs and Sunday, August 17th vs. Brewers. The seats to the Dodgers games are located in the Infield Reserve section. The total package is valued at $110 for Executive Box seats and $98 for Upper Box. The final cost has been discounted to $65 for Executive Box and $50 for Upper Box.

For any current 66ers season plan holder, you are eligible for the selected Dodgers games. The total cost for both games is just $20!

This offer comes on the heels of another exclusive package given only to 66ers season plan holders, which allowed them to order tickets to the March 29th battle at the Coliseum between the Dodgers and Red Sox. The exhibition series will mark the 50th Anniversary of the team moving to California. The original offer sold out in less than a day proving to the Dodgers that the fans of the Inland Empire are true blue Dodgers fanatics. Since then, the 66ers have been allotted more tickets by the Dodgers for the LA-Boston game and a handful of tickets still remain.

The 66ers get back into the swing of things on April 3rd against the Visalia Oaks. For questions or to order this once-in-a-lifetime offer, call the Inland Empire 66ers front office at (909) 888-9922 or go online to ie66ers.com: Home.

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Mayor, Drillers Announcement Agreement

Mayor Kathy Taylor and Tulsa Drillers owner Chuck Lamson announced today that they have entered into an exclusive agreement to negotiate terms to bring the Tulsa Drillers to Downtown Tulsa.

"Over the past few months, we have worked dil