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Giveaways, Contests & A Sunset Celebration This Weekend

Kris Keprios — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:01:13 +0000

The Lakeland Tigers will provide an entertaining weekend filled with giveaways, contests and festivities, including a giveaway just for kids on Friday and a Key West themed “Sunset Celebration” on Saturday.

Friday, June 10 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.):
Victor Martinez Kids Backpack Giveaway
The Flying Tigers will be giving away Victor Martinez backpacks to the first 750 paid kids ages 14 and younger.

Chick-fil-A Night
Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A.

Scout Night
Special group ticket and food packages for Boy and Cub Scouts and their families.

Saturday, June 11 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers) @ 4:00 p.m. (Gates open at 2:30 p.m.):
The Ledger Customer Appreciation Day
The first 2,000 fans will receive a free grocery tote compliments of The Ledger Media Group. The first 100 new Ledger subscribers will be given Ledger Media Group t-shirts. Fans can register to win great prizes including travel trips, gift baskets, gift cards and more throughout the game. A fan will also have a chance to win a Fiat if a Flying Tigers player hits a grand slam in the seventh inning. The Flying Tigers will be wearing special tropical jerseys during the game and fans are encouraged to dress for the occasion as well wearing flip-flops and tropical shirts.

Sunset Celebration Sponsored by The Ledger Media Group and Budweiser
Following the game the Flying Tigers will be turning the berm into a Key West themed party. There will be live island-themed music by Captain Josh as well as street performers, frisbee dogs, a pig roast and much more. There will be drink and food specials on the berm all night. Polk County’s Parrot Head Club, Pirates on the Ridge, will be helping to get the party started.

Fireworks Extravaganza at dark (weather permitting).

Post-Game Party at Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill
The fun keeps going at Natalie’s following the fireworks show. Natalie’s is located at 3120 South Florida Avenue in Lakeland.

The Tigers will also be hosting games Sunday-Tuesday, as well.

Sunday, June 12 vs. Brevard County Manatees (Brewers) @ 1:00 p.m. (Gates open at Noon):
Sunday is Kids Day. All kids 14 and under will receive free admission to the game. All fans will receive a voucher for a free sundae compliments of Dairy Queen – North Lakeland.

For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

Plenty of Activities as Flying Tigers Come Home for Five Games

Kris Keprios — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:56:11 +0000

The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for a five-game homestand beginning Tuesday, May 31 at Joker Marchant Stadium. Lakeland will host the Ft. Myers Miracle (Twins) from May 31 – June 3 and the Tampa Yankees on June 4.

Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075. Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount. Saturday tickets are an additional $1. Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat tickets are $10. Parking is FREE.

Wednesday, June 1 vs. Ft. Myers Miracle (Twins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
All-You-Can-Eat Night
Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat Night sponsored by Outback Steakhouse – North Lakeland. Tickets are just $10 and includes admission to the game and all-you-can-eat hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages, cracker jacks, popcorn, pretzels and chips as well as food from Outback from 6:00-9:00 p.m. or while supplies last.

Emergency Preparedness Night
Members of Polk County’s Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) will be at the game distributing ready materials and will be available to answer any questions from fans. There will be PSA audio and video messages, trivia questions, games and contests throughout the game to educate fans. The Red Cross, National Weather Service, United Way as well as a blood mobile are expected to participate. There will also be information regarding hurricane preparedness as the beginning of June also marks the beginning of hurricane season.
WFLA News Channel 8 weekend anchor and Polk County reporter Jennifer Leigh will also throw out the game’s ceremonial first pitch. The Sleepy Hill Middle School Chorus will sing the National Anthem; the Civil Air Patrol Cadets will present the colors, and the Sleepy Hill Middle School Drum Line will perform throughout the game.

Thursday, June 2 vs. Ft. Myers Miracle (Twins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
2^nd Annual Flying Tigers Wing Ding (5:30 -7:00 p.m.)
Area Polk County restaurants will be competing for the Flying Tigers Wing Ding Champion. Competitors will be judged by best overall wing and the people’s choice award which will be judged by the fans. Winners will receive trophies and prizes from the Flying Tigers. Restaurants scheduled to participate include Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill, Hooters, Buffalo Wild Wings, Gators at Dockside, Tiger Town Cafe, Smokey Bones, Beef O’ Brady’s and Mojo’s. Entrance to the Wing Ding is $5 (ticket to the game is required) and includes wings, live music and beer samples from Budweiser. Part of the proceeds benefit Camp Fire USA.

Thirsty Thursday
Fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game. Beer sales begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at the conclusion of the 7^th inning.

Friday, June 3 vs. Ft. Myers Miracle (Twins) @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.)
Flying Tigers Youth Cap Giveaway
The Flying Tigers will be giving baseball caps to the first 300 paid kids ages 14 and younger.

Saturday, June 4 vs. Tampa Yankees @ 6:00 p.m. (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
Fireworks Extravaganza following the game (weather permitting).

Bright House Customer Appreciation Night
Bright House Networks customers receive free tickets for their entire household. Customers can bring their Bright House statement to the game for free tickets. There will be special prize giveaways throughout the game.

The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com or call (863) 686-8075.

Chili Returns to Tigertown!

admin — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:57:19 +0000

The Lakeland Flying Tigers are proud to host a Chili Throwdown at Tigertown for the second year. If you love chili, you need to be at the Joker Marchant Stadium on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. when the competition begins. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy free beer samples, courtesy of Budweiser, live music, free chili samples, $1 beer and soda until the 7^th inning and a Flying Tigers Vs. Daytona Cubs baseball game for only $10. If you just want the chili, tickets are $5 without admission to the game.

Polk County Fire Departments will be all be competing for one title; The Flying Tigers Chili Throwdown Champion. Competitors will be judged in two categories; best chili as voted by judges and people’s choice award that will be judged by the fans. Trophies will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners in each category.

For more information, visit www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

Flying Tigers to Host Inaugural Chili Throwdown on May 13 to Benefit VISTE

zach — Sat, 08 May 2010 14:55:05 +0000

The Lakeland Flying Tigers will be hosting their inaugural “Chili Throwdown at Tigertown” presented by Budweiser on Thursday, May 13 at Joker Marchant Stadium prior to the Flying Tigers game vs. the Charlotte Stone Crabs. The chili competition begins at 5:00 pm and first pitch is scheduled for 7:00 pm. There will be free samples of Bud Light Wheat and Blue Point from 5:00-7:00 pm AND $1 beer and soda will be available beginning at 5:00 pm until the end of the 7th inning.
Area Polk County restaurants and individuals are invited to compete for the opportunity to be the Flying Tigers Chili Throwdown Champion. Competitors will be judged in two categories; best chili as voted by the judges and the people’s choice award which will be judged by the fans. Winners will receive trophies from the Flying Tigers.
Tickets to the Chili Throwdown are $10 and include free chili samples, free beer samples, live music and a ticket to the Flying Tigers game. Parking is free. Proceeds from the event will benefit Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE) and the senior population that VISTE serves in Lakeland, Bartow, Ft. Meade and Mulberry. Since 1983, VISTE volunteers have helped those 65 and older stay safe and independent in their own homes through a variety of services. VISTE is a United Way agency located in Lakeland, Florida and served 3,397 seniors just last year with hot meals, transportation, groceries, and minor home repairs.
For more information on this event and all home games, please call the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075 or visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com. The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers.

Flying Tigers Opening Day Tonight (April 9)

zach — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:43:48 +0000

The Lakeland Flying Tigers 2010 home season kicks off on Friday, April 9 at Joker Marchant Stadium when the team hosts the defending Florida State League Champion Tampa Yankees sponsored by Chick-fil-A. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 pm and the gates to Joker Marchant Stadium will open at 5:30 pm. Flying Tiger pitcher Mark Sorensen is expected to get the starting nod for the Flying Tigers.
The Flying Tigers will be holding a special happy hour from 5:30-7:00 pm sponsored by Bell’s Beer. There will be free specialty beer sampling and giveaways. There will also be special draft and bottled beer prices.
The first 1,500 fans that enter the ballpark will receive a free 2010 Flying Tigers magnet schedule sponsored by the Holiday Inn Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center. During the game fans will be entertained by BirdZerk, one of the wildest, craziest mascots in sports today. Following the game will be a spectacular fireworks display.
Tickets for opening day and all home games are available by calling the Tigers at (863) 686-8075. Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount. Parking is free. The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com

Baseball Stars of Tomorrow

Kris Keprios — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:27:41 +0000

We have been saying for a long time what a great opportunity it is to go see a Lakeland Flying Tigers game because you literally get to see the stars of Major League Baseball before they make it big. Well, The Ledger has done a great job of putting together an interactive Lakeland Tigers Hall of Fame. When you see that list of players, and the level of success they have had in the big leagues, it really is impressive to think that they started their great careers in Lakeland. After you go over to The Ledger’s site and check out that list, start making plans to attend some Flying Tiger games this season. Their schedule is already out and they start playing in just a few weeks. As always, it is very affordable and they always have a lot of great promotions going on.

Flying Tigers Return Home for $1 Hot Dog Night on June 22 vs. Cubbies

zach — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:31:54 +0000

The Lakeland Flying Tigers return to Joker Marchant Stadium for a five-game series with the Daytona Cubs June 22-24. The games on Monday, June 22 and Wednesday, June 24 are both doubleheaders beginning at 5:00 PM. Tuesday will be a single game beginning at 10:30 AM. The doubleheaders were made necessary when the Flying Tigers were rained out all three games in Daytona May 22-24.
The series kicks off with a doubleheader on Monday, June 22 at 5:00 PM with the gates to Marchant Stadium opening at 4:00 PM. Both games will be seven-inning contests with a twenty-five minute break between games. It’s $1 hot dog night. Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs all night. Also, check The Ledger for a special two-for-one ticket offer.
The series continues on Tuesday, June 23 at 10:30 AM with gates opening at 9:30 AM. It’s the Flying Tigers annual Summer Camp Game. Summer camps from all across Polk County will be attending the game.
The series concludes on Wednesday, June 24 with a doubleheader at 5:00 PM with gates opening at 4:00 PM. Both games will be seven-inning contests with a twenty-five minute break between games. It’s All-You-Can-Eat Night sponsored by Natalie’s Sports Bar & Grill. Tickets are just $10 and includes admission to both games and all-you-can-eat sliders, hot dogs, sausages, peanuts, popcorn, pretzels and chips as well as food from the Natalie’s from 6:00-9:00 PM or while supplies last.

Tickets for the homestand and all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075. Box seats are $6 and reserved seats are $5 and seniors 55 and over and children 14 and under receive a $1.00 discount. Saturday tickets are an additional $1. Parking isFREE. The Flying Tigers are a Class A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.

Fireworks Following Flying Tigers Game Tonight (June 13)

zach — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:43:04 +0000

Catch the Flying Tigers game at 6:00 when they battle the Sarasota Reds. The Flying Tigers have won 3 games in a row. The Flying Tigers will be celebrating 80′s Night so dress up if you are brave. Following the game will be a spectacular fireworks show you do not want to miss.

Visit LakelandFlyingTigers.com for more info.