Flying Tigers to Take on Southeastern University

FLYING TIGERS TO TAKE ON SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY IN EXHIBITION

First Chance to See 2011 Flying Tigers

Lakeland, FL - The Lakeland Flying Tigers kick off the 2011 season at Joker Marchant Stadium on Wednesday, April 6 with an exhibition game against Southeastern University. First pitch is scheduled for 6:00 pm for the 7-inning contest. Gates to Joker Marchant Stadium will open at 5:00 pm.

tickets are only $2.00 and benefit the Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida. Parking is free. 2011 marks the 45th season Lakeland has been a Detroit Tigers affiliate, the longest affiliation in Minor League Baseball. This is also the 61st season Lakeland has been a member of the Florida State League (FSL).

Flying Tigers open the FSL season at home on Thursday, April 7 against the two-time defending champion Tampa Yankees. First pitch is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. and gates to Marhant Stadium will open at 5:30 p.m. The Flying Tigers will be hosting their annual Taste of Lakeland beginning at 5:30 p.m. Area restaurants will serve up delicious food samples, Budweiser will be providing beer samples and there will be live music. The first 1,500 fans that enter the ballpark will receive a free 2011 Flying Tigers magnet schedule sponsored by the Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center. It's also Chick-fil-A Night and $1 beverage night. Look for special promotions, contests and giveaways throughout the game from Chick-fil-A and fans can enjoy $1 beer and soda every Thursday home game.

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. For more information please visit the Flying Tigers online at www.LakelandFlyingTigers.com.