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pirate44
05-04-2005, 11:27 AM
CORPUS CHRISTI – The Corpus Christi Hooks return home to Whataburger Field tomorrow to begin a seven-game homestand against the Springfield Cardinals (May 5-7) and Arkansas Travelers (May 8-11). The fun starts with “Thirsty Thursday” ½ price beer and soda. Each and every “Thirsty Thursday” is presented by Circle K and CITGO, bring in a receipt from Circle K on Thursdays and get $1 off the price of admission. Also, all fans attending tomorrow nights game will receive a Hooks mini-poster perfect for autographs, courtesy of the Caller-Times. Go to www.caller.com to register to throw out the first pitch at tomorrow nights game!



The fun continues on Friday with another edition of “Friday Fireworks,” a magnificent post-game fireworks show brought to you by Bud Light. On Saturday the first 2,500 Hooks fans will receive a Hooks Bucket Hat courtesy of the Willow Financial Group. Each game (Thu-Sat.) starts at 7:05, but gates to Whataburger Field open at 5:30 pm.



Sunday is another H.E.B. Kid’s Day, with a special 2:05 pm start. The first 1,500 kids 12 & under will receive a Hooks “Nolan Ryan Growth Chart,” courtesy of Cheez-It, a Kellogg’s snack. Gates on Sunday open at 12:30 pm. Monday is $1 Hot Dogs and Soda, and groups of 20 or more can come for ½ price on Tuesday. For more information on bringing your group to a Hooks game go to http://www.cchooks.com/tickets/groups/



The homestand ends on Wednesday with a special 12:05 pm start. Bring in a receipt from Whataburger and get a ½ price ticket. The game will also honor local 5th graders with a TAKS Timeout, sponsored by Reliant Energy.



LISTEN UP – Today’s Hooks game in Arkansas started at 10:30 am. Listen to the action live on the radio at 103.7 fm, or in your office at www.cchooks.com.



ARE YOU HUNGRY – Hopefully during the Hooks first homestand you were able to try out all the various concessions at Whataburger Field, from the Nolan Ryan Grill, to pizza, to popcorn and even a Whataburger. The Hooks would like to remind all season ticket holders that you can also go up to the Cotton Club and get an outstanding buffet from Waterstreet Restaurants. Tomorrow’s menu includes Shrimp K-Bobs and Beef K-Bobs, Assorted Grilled Vegetables and Rice Pilaf, Spring Salad with WaterStreets Famous Walnut Dressing, Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Key Lime and Cheesecake Tarts for Dessert. The menu changes daily and features other specials including Blackened Catfish, Seafood Gumbo, Shrimp Enchiladas, Mesquite Grilled Beef Fajitas, Chicken Rockefeller and Sautéed Tilapia just to name a few. The Cotton Club is located on the suite level, just show your season ticket to a suite usher and they can direct you to the club.

panther power
05-04-2005, 05:33 PM
I hear alot of great things about this field and the enviroment but I'm pretty happy with what Midland gots check this out...

http://www.midlandrockhounds.org/stadium.html
try this website out and see what you think.

AggieJohn
05-04-2005, 06:16 PM
http://www.midlandrockhounds.org/New%20Folder/NEW_SITE_IMAGES/centerfield.jpg
the field looks awesome

panther power
05-04-2005, 06:30 PM
It is a very nice stadium, I have never been to Hooks just driven by, the FABB in Midland won staduim of the year in the minor leagues two years in a row if I am not mistaken....

panther power
05-04-2005, 06:32 PM
2002 First American Bank Ballpark Best New Ballpark "Baseballparks.com"


2003 First American Bank Ballpark Field Named Field of the Year "SportsTurf Manager's Magazine"

AP Panther Fan
05-05-2005, 08:54 AM
More info on Whataburger Field and Hooks Baseball from baseballparks.com........


Whataburger Field (http://www.baseballparks.com/Corpus.asp)

pirate44
05-05-2005, 09:34 AM
Originally posted by AP Panther Fan
More info on Whataburger Field and Hooks Baseball from baseballparks.com........


Whataburger Field (http://www.baseballparks.com/Corpus.asp)
wow AP, thanks. i hadnt seen that link before. it describes the ballpark very well. but of course its better in person.

pirate44
05-05-2005, 09:46 AM
heres a commercial that gave me shivers.

CC Hooks commercial (http://www.cchooks.com/adclick.php?id=208)

AP Panther Fan
05-05-2005, 10:10 AM
You're right, that commercial is great. That was me driving over the Harbor Bridge...:D

pirate4state
05-05-2005, 10:14 AM
Originally posted by pirate44
heres a commercial that gave me shivers.

CC Hooks commercial (http://www.cchooks.com/adclick.php?id=208) :thumbsup: And AP that was me on the bridge!! :D

AggieJohn
05-05-2005, 10:14 AM
then who was that streaker through leftfield

pirate44
05-05-2005, 10:17 AM
Originally posted by AggieJohn
then who was that streaker through leftfield
:blushing:

AggieJohn
05-05-2005, 10:19 AM
ROFL

AP Panther Fan
05-05-2005, 10:31 AM
Originally posted by AggieJohn
then who was that streaker through leftfield

P44...almost made me wreck my car as I was driving over!:evillaugh :evillaugh :evillaugh

pirate44
05-05-2005, 10:34 AM
Originally posted by AP Panther Fan
P44...almost made me wreck my car as I was driving over!:evillaugh :evillaugh :evillaugh
ive been told i reflect the sun, but i had no idea....:D