Carter BloodCare to host blood drive for Uvalde, Texas

FRISCO, Texas (May 26, 2022) – Due to the recent crisis at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, Carter BloodCare and the Frisco RoughRiders will host a blood drive on Friday, May 27th in the Riders Field parking lot from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The blood drive will take place in Lot A/B (behind home plate) and all donors will receive both a Carter BloodCare t-shirt and a RoughRiders ticket voucher, while supplies last.

Carter BloodCare will also host blood drives at Riders Field on later dates. Check back on RidersBaseball.com for more information at a later time.

For tickets and more information about the Frisco RoughRiders, visit RidersBaseball.com or call 972.731.9200.

About the RoughRiders

The Frisco RoughRiders are the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. The team was founded in 2003 and has finished first among all Double-A franchises in attendance for 15 consecutive seasons (2005-2019). In August 2014, the RoughRiders were purchased by an ownership group led by Chuck Greenberg. Since then, the new ownership group, together with the City of Frisco, has spearheaded numerous major franchise enhancements, investing over $8 million in a wide array of facility upgrades and improvements, including a state-of-the-art HD video board, sound system, Bull Moose Saloon, InTouch Grille, Riders Outpost Team Store and the world’s largest water feature in a sports facility, the massive Lazy River. These enhancements earned the Riders and the City of Frisco Ballpark Digest’s prestigious “Best Ballpark Renovation” award for two consecutive years (2015 and 2016). More than 170 former RoughRiders players have gone on to play Major League Baseball. For more information on the Frisco RoughRiders, please visit RidersBaseball.com or contact [email protected].

RoughRiders to honor fallen 2d Lt Anthony Wentz on Armed Forces Day

FRISCO, Texas (May 20, 2022) – On Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 21st, the Frisco RoughRiders will honor fallen Air Force 2d Lt Anthony D. Wentz with a special pregame ceremony prior to their game against the Corpus Christi Hooks.

The Riders will honor the life of Second Lt Anthony D. Wentz by dedicating the two seats that Anthony and Cori Wentz sat in during their first official date at Riders Field as well as a ceremonial first pitch from Anthony’s wife, Cori Wentz.

Second Lt Anthony D. Wentz was killed in a military training accident at Laughlin Air Force Base on November 19th, 2021.

Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Wentz followed the footsteps of his father and brother by serving in the military after high school. He accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York where he studied mechanical engineering. At West Point, Wentz met the love of his life and now wife, Cori. They began officially dating on December 17th, 2017, going to many cities and sports games, including a visit to a Frisco RoughRiders game in the summer of 2018 as their first date in Cori’s hometown in Texas.

In addition to the pregame ceremony, all members of the Frisco RoughRiders team will wear special military jerseys during the game. The jerseys feature Steel Hearts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring the legacies of the fallen cadets, midshipmen, and graduates of America’s service academies through the sale of high-quality, steel memorial bracelets.

For every Steel Hearts bracelet sold, $10 is donated to a charity, trust, or foundation designated by the surviving family. All team-worn jerseys will be available for auction on MiLB Auctions at a later date.

For tickets and more information about the Frisco RoughRiders, visit RidersBaseball.com or call 972.731.9200.

About the RoughRiders

The Frisco RoughRiders are the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. The team was founded in 2003 and has finished first among all Double-A franchises in attendance for 15 consecutive seasons (2005-2019). In August 2014, the RoughRiders were purchased by an ownership group led by Chuck Greenberg. Since then, the new ownership group, together with the City of Frisco, has spearheaded numerous major franchise enhancements, investing over $8 million in a wide array of facility upgrades and improvements, including a state-of-the-art HD video board, sound system, Bull Moose Saloon, InTouch Grille, Riders Outpost Team Store and the world’s largest water feature in a sports facility, the massive Lazy River. These enhancements earned the Riders and the City of Frisco Ballpark Digest’s prestigious “Best Ballpark Renovation” award for two consecutive years (2015 and 2016). More than 170 former RoughRiders players have gone on to play Major League Baseball. For more information on the Frisco RoughRiders, please visit RidersBaseball.com or contact [email protected].

High School Baseball Playoffs Return to Whataburger Field

CORPUS CHRISTI – Whataburger Field will play host to three high school baseball regional quarterfinal matchups this week with a potential for a fourth game, if necessary, starting on Thursday, May 19.

Thursday’s games feature Santa Gertrudis Academy vs London at 4:30 PM, with London in the third base dugout. Gates open at 3:30 PM. Following that game, the Sharyland Pioneer Diamondbacks will square off against Veterans Memorial Eagles with first pitch scheduled for 8:00 PM. The Eagles will occupy the third base dugout. Fans who purchase tickets will reserve their seat for that specific game only.

The Needville Blue Jays take on the Sinton Pirates Saturday, May 21. First pitch is at 4:00 PM with gates opening at 3:00 PM. Sinton will utilize the third base dugout. If necessary, game three will immediately follow.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Whataburger Field Box Office or online via the links below. Tickets may also be purchased at the Whataburger Field Box Office in advance and day of game.

Pricing begins at $10 for Reserved seating, $12 for Field Reserved and $14 for Premium Reserved. Current students and staff from each respective school can receive a $2 discount on one (1) ticket only per person with valid school ID. Parking at Whataburger Field is $5.

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Santa Gertrudis Academy vs London | 4:30 PM | BUY TICKETS

Sharyland Pioneer vs Veterans Memorial | 8:00 PM | BUY TICKETS

Saturday, May 21, 2022

Needville vs Sinton | 4:00 PM | BUY TICKETS

Needville vs Sinton (Game 3)*

*If necessary. Needville vs Sinton game three will immediately follow game two. Tickets from game two will grant access for game three.

Wichita Wind Surge donate $5,000 to Tornado Relief

*Wichita Wind Surge donate $5,000 to Tornado Relief
*Schwechheimer Family Foundation donates $5,000 to United Way of the Plains

The Wichita Wind Surge announced a $5,000 donation from the Schwechheimer Family Foundation to the United Way of the Plains as the beginning of the team’s season-long efforts to support Andover Tornado Relief.

The Schwechheimer Family Foundation is a 501c3 entity established by the Wind Surge to operate the Wichita Baseball Museum and to support non-profits and underserved youth throughout the Wichita community. “No one is more in need than those members of our community who have been adversely impacted by the recent tornado,” said Foundation President Jane Schwechheimer.

The $5,000 donation is the first of several programs the Wind Surge plan to execute throughout the 2022 season. “We know it will be a long road to recovery for the many families and community members who have been affected by this devasting disaster,” said Schwechheimer. “We want them to know the team supports them, not just in the moment but long term.”

In the coming weeks, the Wind Surge will donate proceeds from jersey auctions held in conjunction with the Major League Baseball/Minor League Baseball memorabilia auction site, in addition to coordinating a school-supply drive with donations earmarked for Prairie Creek Elementary School, a Wind Surge Reading Program School, and the Andover YMCA. A back- to-school night is also being planned for this fall.

Additional details on these programs will be posted on www.WindSurge.com as they become available.

Sod Poodles, Fairly Group Announce 'Home Runs For Hope'

Amarillo, TX – The Amarillo Sod Poodles, Fairly Group, and Hope Choice are proud to partner for the 2022 season, providing Home Runs For Hope. For every Sod Poodles home run hit throughout the 2022 season, Fairly Group will donate $1,000 to Hope Choice.

Hope Choice is a ministry-based organization that offers services for individuals and families who are facing everyday struggles and cultural pressures. Hope Choice opened its doors in 1998 as a crisis pregnancy center and has since expanded its services to include mentoring programs as well as character-building programs in more than 90+ schools. Hope Choice and its school-based programs reach 24,000 students each month. Their mentoring groups are designed to teach character values and help build self-esteem in young people who face a variety of challenges in their daily lives.

“We exist to equip, mentor, and strengthen future generations”, said Hope Choice Executive Director, Candy Gibbs. “With programs from kindergarten through college and classes to equip moms and dads for every stage of life; we are seeing generations transformed daily. We are honored to serve our community alongside you and are thrilled to partner with the Sod Poodles for the 2022 season! Shield to shield! Go Soddies!”

“The Sod Poodles are excited to once again partner with the Fairly Group to raise awareness and funds for an incredible local charitable organization helping build and strengthen our panhandle community”, said Tony Ensor, President, and General Manager of the Sod Poodles. “A home run is one of the most exciting parts of a baseball game. It brings hope and joy to our fans just like Hope Choice works toward providing kids and young adults the resources to choose hope in every area of their lives.”

“It is not possible to adequately explain how Hope Choice has inspired our family personally, and our community for the last two decades,” said Alex Fairly, CEO of Fairly Group. “We are honored to help support the impact work they do.”

The Sod Poodles have already hit 17 home runs through 12 games in 2022, helping raise $17,000 for Hope Choice. During the eighth inning of every Sod Poodles home game this season, the team will update the current total ‘Home Runs For Hope’, and the amount of money raised to assist Hope Choice and its mission.

For more information about Hope Choice, please visit www.HopeChoice.com

Hooks & Reliant Launch All-Star Educators Program to Recognize Outstanding Coastal Bend Teachers

The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club and Reliant have teamed up to reward outstanding local public-school teachers with a $1,000 grant for school supplies through the new All-Star Educators Program.

A panel of judges will award 15 educators based on STEAM curriculum, student impact and teaching style, as well as any unique challenges the educator has overcome. STEAM instructors develop strategies and techniques to educate students in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math.

School administrators can submit nominees for this program at cchooks.com/educators. The deadline for submissions is May 15.

“Teachers play an incredibly important role in building up the next generation, and Reliant is honored to help them achieve this noble goal,” said Elizabeth Killinger, president, Reliant. “We can’t wait to see how this new program benefits both educators and students in the Coastal Bend community.”

Each winner will receive $1,000 toward the purchase of school supplies and special on-field recognition at a Hooks game this summer.

“We want to thank Reliant for joining our Community Leaders Program and helping to make All-Star Educators possible,” said Brady Ballard, Hooks General Manager. “We know local teachers work hard to advance our community and continue to endure challenges, often including buying basic school supplies out of their own pocket. In partnership with Reliant, we hope to recognize some of the best educators in the Coastal Bend and help them make an even greater impact.”

Frisco launches RoughRiders Scholarship Program presented by InTouch

FRISCO, Texas (April 1, 2022) – The Frisco RoughRiders and InTouch Credit Union are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the RoughRiders Scholarship Program presented by InTouch for the class of 2022.

“Since 2009, InTouch has been an incredible partner of the Riders and we are ecstatic to continue to expand on our relationship,” said RoughRiders President and General Manager Victor Rojas. “InTouch’s commitment to the community directly led to their partnership with our scholarship program and their unwavering support of our organization has been phenomenal.”

“InTouch Credit Union is very excited to be the presenting sponsor of the scholarship program offered to area students, said Tim McCoy, SVP/CMO of InTouch Credit Union. “In fact, it was similarly shared community and family values that made it so easy for us to sign a new sponsorship agreement. We are proud to be a part of the program look forward to seeing winners named later this year.”

All students in the 2022 class currently pursuing a postsecondary education are invited to apply for one of 10 of the RoughRiders Foundation’s $1,000 scholarships.

To be considered, the student must have an overall GPA of 2.75 or greater (on a 4.0 scale) and must have graduated from a school in one of the following counties: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall and Tarrant. The application includes a personal essay (500 words or fewer), a copy of the most recent academic transcript and two letters of recommendation.

The deadline to apply is May 22, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. APPLY BY CLICKING HERE.

The RoughRiders will begin the 2022 season with Opening Day on April 8th at Riders Field. For tickets and more information about the Frisco RoughRiders, visit RidersBaseball.com or call 972.731.9200.

About InTouch Credit Union

InTouch Credit Union (ITCU) is a financial cooperative that has proudly served members since 1974. ITCU is committed to creating member value by placing the financial needs and delivery of exceptional service to the membership ahead of profit while maintaining fiscal responsibility. With branches in three states, and assets of more than $1 billion, ITCU serves more than 90,000 members in all 50 states and more than 20 countries around the world. Membership eligibility rules are available on ITCU.org. ITCU can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About the RoughRiders Foundation

The mission of the RoughRiders Foundation is to enhance the community we serve through charitable contributions, grants, and programming initiatives. The RoughRiders Foundation supports programs and organizations in our community that motivate and reward children and families in the areas of education, good health and community services activities.

For more information on the Frisco RoughRiders Foundation, contact Breon Dennis at [email protected] or at [email protected].

About the RoughRiders

The Frisco RoughRiders are the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. The team was founded in 2003 and has finished first among all Double-A franchises in attendance for 15 consecutive seasons (2005-2019). In August 2014, the RoughRiders were purchased by an ownership group led by Chuck Greenberg. Since then, the new ownership group, together with the City of Frisco, has spearheaded numerous major franchise enhancements, investing over $8 million in a wide array of facility upgrades and improvements, including a state-of-the-art HD video board, sound system, Bull Moose Saloon, InTouch Grille, Riders Outpost Team Store and the world’s largest water feature in a sports facility, the massive Lazy River. These enhancements earned the Riders and the City of Frisco Ballpark Digest’s prestigious “Best Ballpark Renovation” award for two consecutive years (2015 and 2016). More than 170 former RoughRiders players have gone on to play Major League Baseball. For more information on the Frisco RoughRiders, please visit RidersBaseball.com or contact [email protected].

Round Rock Express to Host Tornado Relief Fundraiser on Opening Day

Portion of Proceeds from Tickets Sales on Tuesday, April 5 to be Donated to Round Rock Cares Fund

 

 ROUND ROCK, Texas – The Round Rock Express are proud to partner with the Round Rock Community Foundation to host a tornado relief fundraiser during the club’s Opening Day game on Tuesday, April 5. A total of $5 from each ticket purchased using the promo code “RRStrong” via RRExpress.com will be donated to the Round Rock Cares fund through the Round Rock Community Foundation.

Round Rock Cares is a charitable fund managed by the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation. Fans who already purchased tickets but would still like to donate and those who wish to contribute further may do so by visiting RRExpress.com. For more information on the Round Rock Community Foundation, visit rrcommunityfoundation.org.

Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan and Greater Round Rock Community Foundation Chair Nyle Maxwell launched the Round Rock Cares initiative to assist Round Rock citizens who were directly affected by the severe weather event that struck Round Rock on Monday, March 21.

“Many of our families and businesses face a long and difficult road ahead,” Mayor Morgan said in a statement. “In the days after the tornado, I’ve seen how our community has come together and helped each other, and the top concern of affected residents I’ve spoken with is how they will be impacted financially. This fund is intended to help people impacted by the storm get back on their feet faster, and give them some peace of mind so they can start rebuilding their lives.”

In the hours following the disaster, local community leaders from the Round Rock Police Department, Round Rock Fire Department, Austin Disaster Relief Network and American Red Cross set up a base camp at Dell Diamond to serve as a resource center for all residents that were impacted by the tornado. Volunteers provided essential items such as non-perishable food items, gift cards, pet supplies and even financial assistance to those in need.

“Giving back to the local community is one of the pillars that Dell Diamond and the Round Rock Express was built upon. We are honored to have been able to use our facility to assist those in need immediately after the tornado outbreak,” Round Rock Express President Chris Almendarez said. “On behalf of the Express organization, we would like to thank all of our local first responders, government leaders and volunteers for their quick and effective response. We invite the Round Rock community to join us on April 5 to help thank those individuals and raise money for those who remain in need.”

Dell Diamond also served as a home base for coordinating the community cleanup efforts. Local community leaders who were instrumental in Round Rock’s response to the disaster will be on hand for Opening Day on Tuesday, April 5. Fans can help contribute to the cause by purchasing tickets using promo code “RRStrong” via RRExpress.com.

The Round Rock Express kick off the 2022 campaign with Opening Day at Dell Diamond on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:05 p.m. as the El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres affiliate) come to town. Single game tickets as well as full season and mini season membership plans are on sale now. For more information about the Express, visit RRExpress.com or call (512) 255-2255. Subscribe to the E-Train email newsletter and keep up with the Express on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

Amarillo Sod Poodles Community Driven Programs For 2022 Season



AMARILLO, Texas – The Amarillo Sod Poodles are excited to announce details of its 2022 programs aimed towards shining a light on local non-profits and small businesses for the 2022 season. The club will return the Small Business Spotlight sponsored by Carpet Tech, the Charity Spotlight sponsored by Brick & Elm, and Launch-A-Ball sponsored by KTBlack Services.

All three programs are designed specifically to help hard-working, local small businesses and non-profit organizations raise awareness and funds to continue to provide their goods and services to the Texas Panhandle and surrounding areas.

Each organization that signs up for our Small Business and Charity Spotlight will be provided the following elements during any of the 69 Sod Poodles regular-season home games at no cost. Groups or individuals will receive a marketing table on the main concourse to showcase their organization, in-park recognition via a live public address announcement, and scoreboard recognition. They can also have someone from their organization do a live on-air interview during the Sod Poodles Radio Broadcast to further promote their organization or small business. In addition, these programs come with a ceremonial first pitch and four tickets to the game for which the group or business owners will be recognized.

Sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis based on availability throughout the season. To sign up for our Small Business Spotlight, please fill out this form. Our Charity Spotlight form can be found HERE.

The Sod Poodles are also excited for the return of Launch-A-Ball presented by KTBlack Services. This program along with our Concessions Fundraising Program are exclusively for area non-profit groups (schools, churches, etc) looking for a fun way to raise money during a Sod Poodles 2022 home game. Each game, one organization receives numbered tennis balls to sell (3 for $5) from a table on the concourse, around the ballpark, and in the suite level. The non-profit group will receive 50% of gross sales for their Launch-A-Ball game.

Fans who purchase from Launch-A-Ball groups will have the opportunity to toss their numbered ball(s) towards a target in left-field after the game is over. The fan with the winning toss will receive the other 50% of the nightly jackpot or a prize from one of many other local businesses partnered with the Sod Poodles.

Along with the 50% of gross Launch-A-Ball sales for their game, each organization will also receive in-park recognition via a live public-address announcement and the opportunity to display promotional materials at their table to promote their cause and interact with local community members. To be eligible to participate in Launch-A-Ball, groups and organizations are first required to participate in a Sod Poodles ticket fundraiser which will further help benefit the organization. For further information or with any help getting signed up for any of these three programs, please email Sod Poodles Community Relations Manager, Austin Jackson ([email protected]).

Sign-Ups are currently open for the 2022 season. The Sod Poodles will start their season at HODGETOWN on Friday, April 8 when they host the Midland RockHounds, the Double-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. For the most up-to-date information regarding the Sod Poodles 2022 season including single-game tickets, group and hospitality options, news, and promotions, you can follow the Sod Poodles on social media @SodPoodles or visit the team website www.SodPoodles.com. For more information, call (806) 803-7762 or email [email protected].

Wind Surge Fundraising Program

If you are a non-profit, sports team, or charity looking to raise money for your organization, the Wind Surge Fundraising Program is for you! The Fundraising program requires just three simple steps. The first one is picking a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Sunday game you would like to attend. Next, you purchase a certain number of tickets based on your organization’s needs and sell them for $15 each. Lastly, your organization can receive up to $6 for each ticket sold. This is a great opportunity for your organization to raise money while having fun and earning up to 40% on every ticket you sell!

There are three different ticket options and different benefits that come with each option. Ticket Option one consists of selling 50-90 tickets and earning $4 for every ticket sold. Ticket Option two includes selling 100-199 tickets and earning $5 back for every ticket sold. The third Ticket Option will consist of selling 200+ tickets and earning $6 for every ticket sold.

To learn more and the benefits of each ticket options visit here or contact [email protected]

Hooks Accepting 2022 Anthem Auditions



The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club is on the search for singers and musicians to perform the Star-Spangled Banner during the 2022 Texas League season.

National anthem auditions are virtual for the first time. Participants are required to submit their performances here. Video files should be saved in the format of first name, last name and phone number (Rusty_Hook_1234567890).

All participants are asked to sing or play the full anthem without a backing track.

Contact Travis Pettis ([email protected]) with any questions.

Dates Announced for 2022 Express Camps Series



ROUND ROCK, Texas – The Round Rock Express are excited to announce dates for the 2022 Express Camps series at Dell Diamond. Seven unique offerings in the popular baseball and softball camp series are available this year, catering to a variety of ages and skill levels. Registration is now available at ExpressCamps.com.

The Express will offer three half-day camps for participants ages 6-12 this summer with sessions running June 13-16, July 11-14 and August 8-11. A half-day softball camps is also available from August 1-4 for ages 6-14. All half-day camps are scheduled to run from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The Express will also offer a pair of full-day camps, available to participants ages 8-14, from June 20-23 and again from July 18-21. Full-day camps are set to run from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. each day, with access to the Dell Diamond swimming pool from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

The annual winter camp is set for December 28-30 and is available for campers ages 6-14. The winter camp will run from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. each day.

A full 2022 Express Camps schedule is available at ExpressCamps.com.

Express Camps offer big league quality instruction on the fundamentals of the game. Camps range by age and offer opportunities for all skill levels by providing high-level instruction from knowledgeable, experienced and passionate coaches. Every camp aims to develop the complete player by emphasizing physical, mental and leadership skill sets.

The Round Rock Express kick off the 2022 campaign with Opening Day at Dell Diamond on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:05 p.m. as the El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres affiliate) come to town. Single game tickets as well as full season and mini season membership plans are on sale now. For more information about the Express, visit RRExpress.com or call (512) 255-2255. Subscribe to the E-Train email newsletter and keep up with the Express on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

Wind Surge Re-launches Reading Program in Partnership with Credit Union of America

The Wind Surge are excited to finally relaunch the Wichita Wind Surge Reading Program, in partnership with Credit Union of America.

The mission of the four-week reading program is to improve literacy while rewarding students for making time outside of the classroom to read. Sports promote health through physical activities, the brain is a muscle that needs exercise. Reading stimulates language skills and helps them to engage better with peers and educators.

We love to see children who participate gaining rewards while goals are met. After a student meets a goal, they get a “HIT.” Each “HIT” collects new prizes from sponsors – Whole Foods, Red Robin and Chick-Fil-A. Children must complete each base goal before moving forward.

Participating schools will have the option to host a kick-off assembly. A member from the office and Windy the mascot will come and explain the program’s process while getting children excited about receiving a free ticket.

All classrooms will be given a poster to track each student’s progress throughout the program and teachers will determine each week’s reading goal to fit their own lesson plans.

There are no additional requirements, only prizes for students. Prizes will be delivered to the school by Wind Surge staff members.

“We’re just really excited to help the teachers,” Director of Fan Experience Bob Moullette said. “It’s been a long two-and-a-half years for educators. Anyway, we can incentivize the reading goals already set in the classrooms to help them out and reward all the kids to come out to the ballpark, is a win win for everyone. We’re excited to get those schools out here representing.”

Visit windsurge.com to learn more! If you have any questions or are interested in signing your school or class up. Please contact Neleigh Higgins at [email protected] or 316-221-800.

Missions to Host Job Fair on Thursday, March 10th 

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Missions and their catering service, Diamond Creations, will be hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 10th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at Nelson Wolff Stadium.

The Missions are looking to fill multiple 2022 seasonal positions in the following categories: gameday team store employees, gameday press box employees (stat stringers/pitch clock operator), game operations, and ushers.

Diamond Concessions, the food service provider for the San Antonio Missions, will be accepting applications for the following hourly positions: concession stand attendants/cashiers, grill and fry cooks, kitchen preparation staff, runners, suite servers, and warehouse. Starting pay for these positions is $10.00/hour. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and 18 to serve alcohol. Please have 2 forms of ID, TABC certificate and Food Handlers Card ready when interviewing.

The Missions have an immediate opening for a clubhouse manager for the 2022 season. Previous experience required.

All interested candidates must download a job application from samissions.com and fill out prior to arriving at the job fair. Please bring your I.D. and Social Security Card as part of the application process. Candidates can lineup at the 1st base gate located on the Hwy 90 access road entrance. All applicants must be checked in by 6:00 p.m.

The San Antonio Missions are the Double-A affiliate for the San Diego Padres. Despite the impact of the work stoppage on Major League Baseball’s season, Minor League Baseball has a full season ahead, unaffected by the ongoing situations. This is the 116th professional season for the San Antonio Missions. Season seat memberships are available now. Single game tickets go on sale Tuesday, March 8th and will be available exclusively online. For more information call 210-675-PARK (7275) or visit samissions.com.

National Anthem Auditions Scheduled For March 26



AMARILLO, Texas – The Amarillo Sod Poodles, Double-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, are now accepting registration for all soloists, duets, and groups (less than four people) interested in singing the National Anthem at a Sod Poodles game this season. The team will host auditions at HODGETOWN on Saturday, March 26 from 10 am to 2 pm.

Interested performers can give their best rendition of either “The Star-Spangled Banner” or “God Bless America” in front of a panel of judges. All performances must be a cappella or with a personal instrument and will be considered for either song of their choosing. Auditions will be performed in a closed, private area during scheduled time slots. Candidates will need to fill out a registration form prior to auditioning and will be contacted to confirm time slots ahead of March 26. Participants will be required to enter HODGETOWN through the home plate gate where they will be directed to sign in and led to the audition area.

Walk-up auditions are permitted but will be heard on a first-come, first-served basis based on availability. Guests who are unable to make it to HODGETOWN for an in-person audition can submit a video submission to the Sod Poodles by emailing a video, or link to a performance to [email protected].

Select participants will be given an opportunity to perform on Opening Night (April 8) or Saturday, July 3 for the Sod Poodles Independence Day Celebration. Many other performers will be contacted by the Sod Poodles after the event to schedule a date to perform at any of the other 67 Sod Poodles’ regular-season home games for the 2022 season. All chosen singers will be given a complimentary ticket to the game(s) for which they will be performing.

For the most up-to-date information on the 2022 Sod Poodles season, including single-game tickets, promotions, groups & hospitality, and other HODGETOWN events, follow the team on social media @sodpoodles on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For questions and more information, call (806) 803-7762 or email [email protected] or visit the Sod Poodles Box Office at 715 S. Buchanan St. in downtown Amarillo.