SpongeBob SquarePants Coming to Riley Park
The Charleston RiverDogs welcome
SpongeBob SquarePants to The Joe for a night of fun and games. The lovable
yellow sponge was able to talk his way into a day off from the Krusty Krab to
make the short trip from Bikini Bottom to the
Fans of the hit Nickelodeon cartoon
are in for a treat as the RiverDogs' mischievous mascot, Charlie T. RiverDog,
and the singing sponge are sure to team up for some shenanigans throughout the
RiverDogs contest.
The New York Yankees Class A affiliate is even giving a few lucky fans the chance to hang out with SpongeBob prior to Monday's game.
The team's box office is offering 90
special tickets for $20 apiece that will give fans early admission into the
stadium and allow them to be a RiverDogs VIP with Bikini Bottom's favorite
citizen.
The $20 voucher gives fans early
entry into Monday's game and grants them access to one of the RiverDogs' suites.
In the suites, those 90 fans will enjoy the company of SpongeBob himself, along
with light snacks and refreshments. Those who purchase the $20 vouchers are
welcome to stay in the suites through Monday's contest.
"SpongeBob is huge with kids and the
young-at-heart, and we've very excited that he's coming to a RiverDogs game,"
said General Manager Dave Echols. "We know how popular he is and through
our 'Be Your Own Fan' approach, we know that SpongeBob's loyal following will
want to see him up front and personal."
All fans are encouraged to bring
their cameras to Monday's game as SpongeBob will be available for pictures
throughout the evening.
While the RiverDogs always remind
their fans to "Be Your Own Fan," this Monday the team is urging fans to "get on
the deck and flop like a fish" with SpongeBob.
As with every Monday, this evening
is also a Dogs with a Cause night, with the RiverDogs partnering with a local
non-profit organization. This Monday the RiverDogs take the field with the
Charleston Animal Society. Fans are invited check out the group's table displays
and information booths
that will be set up on the concourse.
The RiverDogs begin a five-game
series at Riley Park against the rival
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