Hawks hold National Anthem Tryouts

BOISE, ID-The Boise Hawks are searching for Treasure Valley's own American Idol! The Hawks are holding National Anthem tryouts Saturday June 5 from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at Memorial Stadium, located at 5600 N. Glenwood Street. All singers and musicians are welcome.

Tryouts are open to the public; and prospective anthem singers can show up any time between 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. There is no pre-registration required to participate.

Each audition will take place in front of the Boise Hawks staff, and the selected candidates will earn a chance to perform in front of thousands of fans during one of the Hawks 38 home games during the 2010 season.

Call the Boise Hawks front office at 208-322-5000, visit www.boisehawks.com or contact Kelly Kerkvliet at [email protected] for more information.

The Hawks began Northwest League play as an independent club from 1987-89. The team was affiliated with the Anaheim Angels from 1990-2000 and has been with the Chicago Cubs since 2001.The Hawks are preparing for their 24th season of Northwest League play. The club has won 6 NWL Championships, the most recent banner coming in 2004. Season, mini-pack, bonus books, and group nights for Hawks' games are available at 322-5000.