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M-Braves Homestand Highlights April 9-13

Braves open 2015 season at Trustmark Park Thursday, April 9
April 6, 2015

PEARL, MS -- The Mississippi Braves open the 2015 baseball season at Trustmark Park Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 PM. The Braves take on the Tennessee Smokies through Monday, April 13. The first homestand of the season features three nights of fireworks with appearances by Birdzerk and Bucket Ruckus. The Braves will also be giving away magnetic schedules and wall calendars. See below for the full list of promotions. 

 

Various mini ticket plans are available including Thirsty Thursday Plans and Fireworks Plans. The M-Braves offer various flex plans in 6, 12 and 25 game packs. Those packages include undated tickets that may be exchanged for any remaining regular season home games. Individual game tickets start at just $6. Don't miss your chance to see the stars of tomorrow, today. To order your ticket package, call the M-Braves at 601.932.8788 or 888-BRAVES4. 

 

Thursday, April 9

vs Tennessee Smokies at 7:00 PM. Gates open at 6:00 PM.

 

  • SPONSORED BY MISSISSIPPI ARMY NATIONAL GUARD, WAPT-TV, MISS 103, Z106.7, 105.1 THE RIVER, 95.5 HALLELUJAH FM, AM620, Y101, US96.3, MIX 98.7, 100.9 THE LEGEND
  • Magnetic Schedule Giveaway: The first 5,000 fans get a free M-Braves magnetic schedule.
  • Opening Night Fireworks Show 
  • Thirsty Thursday
  • Pearl Community Night: Pearl residents who provide proof of residency or show ID with a Pearl address may purchase $5 Field Level tickets.
 

Friday, April 10

vs Tennessee Smokies at 7:00 PM. Gates open at 6:00 PM. 

 

  • SPONSORED BY MORA, MISS 103 & WLBT 3 ON YOUR SIDE
  • M-Braves Wall Calendar Giveaway: The first 1,500 fans through the gates receive a free, full color 2015 Mississippi Braves wall calendar. 
  • Birdzerk Appearance: The mascot act, Birdzerk, will perform live on the field during the game.
  • Friday Night Fireworks
  • Flat Screen Friday
  • Game Trailer
  • Shirts off our Backs Silent Auction - MORA Jerseys (Baby Blues): Special jerseys displaying a MORA patch will be worn by the M-Braves and auctioned off during the game. Fans with the winning bids will be escorted to the field following the game to receive the jersey from their respective player. Players will autograph the jersey for the winners. All proceeds from the silent auction go to MORA.
  • Baseball Cap Giveaway compliments of MORA: The first 1,000 fans receive a free M-Braves cap.
 

Saturday, April 11

vs Tennessee Smokies at 6:00 PM. Gates open at 5:00 PM. 

 

  • SPONSORED BY US ARMY
  • Fan Appreciation Night
  • Super Tailgating Saturday sponsored by Trustmark Bank
  • GMOG (General Manager on the Grill) sponsored by Trustmark Bank
  • $10,000 Dash For Cash sponsored by Trustmark Bank
  • Bucket Ruckus Appearance: The entertainment act will perform live on the field during the game.
  • M-Braves Wall Calendar Giveaway: The first 1,500 fans through the gates receive a free, full color 2015 Mississippi Braves wall calendar.
  • Fireworks Show
  • Touch A Truck Jackson Night sponsored by The Junior League of Jackson
  • AJC and The Envelope Pushers Performance: They'll be performing on the Main Stage (tailgating show, 3-6 PM and a 45 minute post-game show). 
 

Sunday, April 12

vs Tennessee Smokies at 1:00 PM. Gates open at 12:00 PM. 

 

  • SPONSORED BY PARENTS & KIDS MAGAZINE & 95.5 HALLELUJAH FM
  • Florence Community Day: Florence residents who provide proof of residency or ID with a Florence address may purchase $5 Field Level tickets.
  • Yogi's FamilyFest Sunday
  • Academy Sports + Outdoors Kids Run the Bases 
  • One (1) lucky fan will win a vacation for four (4) to Walt Disney World in Florida, courtesy of McGehee Cruise & Vacation. Package includes three (3) night Disney Resort stay and three (3) days admission to Walt Disney World for up to four (4) in a room. Drawing will be during the game and you must be present to win.
 

Monday, April 13

vs Tennessee Smokies at 11:00 AM. Gates open at 9:30 AM. 

 

  • SPONSORED BY PEDIATRIC DENTAL STUDIO, SMILE DESIGN ORTHODONTICS & 100.9 FM
  • First Responders/Emergency Response Monday
  • SportClips Military Monday
  • Make a Difference Monday
  • Sports Marketing Day
  • School Day Game: Take a field trip and join the M-Braves for an early baseball game. School groups are eligible for discounted tickets and lunch packages (must purchase in advance).
 

WEEKLY PROMOTION DETAILS

Mondays

First Responders/Emergency Response Monday: All first responders and emergency response personnel will receive a Field Level ticket for only $5 when presenting valid first responders and emergency response ID.

SportClips Military Monday: We will honor all members of all branches of the United States Military by offering half price admission in all seating areas. We will also promote stories about members of the military, honoring their service and heroism for our country. 

Make a Difference Monday: Non-profit organizations will be featured on the concourse offering literature, free gifts, taking donations and possibly offering raffles all in support of their individual cause.

 

Tuesdays

Ladies Night: Ladies receive a FREE ticket until 8:00 PM. Ladies get $2 16 oz. domestic beer and wine coolers on the third base concourse portable only until 8:00 PM. Ladies Apparel in the Team Store will be discounted.

$2 Tuesday: Hot dogs, popcorn and 16 oz. soft drinks will be $2 each. 

 

Wednesdays

Winning Kids Wednesday: Free admission in all seating areas for kids 16 and under when accompanied by a paying adult. Free Fun Zone. One (1) free hot dog and one (1) free 16 oz. soft drink for kids 16 and under. 

Excludes April 22 

 

Thursdays

Thirsty Thursday: 16 oz soft drinks and 16 oz domestic beer are $2 each.

 

Fridays

Friday Night Fireworks: The fireworks show will begin following the game.

Flat Screen Friday: Three (3) flat screen TVs will be given away every Friday home game. 

Game Trailer: Game Trailer will be parked inside the stadium allowing free use of the games to fans in attendance for a specified period of time per person.

 

Saturdays

Fan Appreciation Night: Admission to the game is $6 for all seats (Club, Home Plate, Dugout, Field and General Admission). Excludes suites, party decks & picnic area. Hot dogs and 16 oz. fountain drinks are $2 each. FREE Fun Zone inflatable use for the kids. Plus, thousands of dollars in prizes will be given out. Excludes July 4
Saturday Night Fireworks: The fireworks show will begin following the game.
Super Tailgating Saturday sponsored by Trustmark Bank: Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite NFL or college football game gear to the park. The M-Braves will host a special tailgating party in the West (VIP) parking lot where fans will be encouraged to set up their tailgating tents, as well as bring food and beverages to tailgate all afternoon beginning at 2 PM. Live entertainment will perform from 3 - 6 PM in the tailgating area. The M-Braves will have food and beverages for sale in the tailgating area at discounted prices until game time, including M-Braves General Manager Steve DeSalvo leading other staff members, cooking some of his favorites on the grill. Games and contests will be set up for everyone's enjoyment.
GMOG (General Manager on the Grill) sponsored by Trustmark Bank: Mississippi Braves General Manager Steve DeSalvo will be cooking some of his favorites on the grill. Exlcudes July 4
$10,000 Dash For Cash sponsored by Trustmark Bank: Lucky fans will get a chance to come down to the field after the game and pick up as much cash as they can ($10,000 spread out in the outfield) in 60 seconds. 

 

Sundays

FamilyFest Sunday sponsored by Yogi on the Lake--Jellystone Park: Four (4) Dugout Level seats, four (4) hot dogs or hamburgers, four (4) 16 oz. soft drinks, four (4) bags of peanuts or boxes of popcorn, four (4) M-Braves baseball caps, two (2) game programs and free Fun Zone wristbands for kids. You'll also receive four (4) coupons to Yogi on the Lake in Pelahatchie. ALL FOR ONLY $52 (regular price $153). Additional tickets with all the extras may be purchased for $15 each.

Academy Sports + Outdoors Kids Run the Bases: Kids 14 and under have the opportunity to run the bases following the game compliments of Academy Sports + Outdoors.

The Mississippi Braves baseball team is the Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. Since making the move from Greenville, SC, in 2005, over 90 M-Braves have gone on to play in the big leagues. The M-Braves have made postseason play three times and went on to win the Southern League Championship in 2008. The M-Braves open the 2015 season on Thursday, April 9 against the Tennessee Smokies. Tickets are on sale now. Stop by Trustmark Park or call 888-BRAVES4 Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Follow the Mississippi Braves atmississippibraves.comfacebook.com/mbraves, and twitter.com/mbraves.