Jan. 9, 2007
Coral Gables, Fla (www.hurricanesports.com) -- -
The Hurricanes season begins with the annual Alumni Game at Mark Light Field on Saturday, January 27. First pitch is scheduled for 7pm. Prior to the Alumni game, the Hurricanes will be hosting their Inaugural Hurricanes Baseball FanFest from 4pm-7pm.
A free event, FanFest will include such activities as a bounce house for kids, speed pitch area, team autograph session, Gameworks Kids Interactive area, the Qdoba homerun derby and more. Baseball season ticket holders will be able to participate in the annual season ticket holder batting practice day.
For more information, or to purchase your season tickets, please call 1-800-GO-CANES.
Schedule of Events : 4pm - 7pm
Bring Home a Souvenir: 4pm - 7pm
Hurricane Headquarters : Follet will be on hand to sell you all of the latest Hurricane gear & souvenirs.
Season Tickets : If you haven't renewed your season tickets, or don't yet have them, now is your chance. Get them today.
Enter to Win : Stop by the ticket sales booth to register. Lucky fans will walk away with free season tickets, jerseys and more...
Hands-On Experiences: 4pm - 6pm
Hall of Fame Memorabilia : Stop by and see all four Hurricane Baseball National Championship trophies.
Season Ticket Holder Batting Practice : Step up to the plate and see if you have what it takes to go yard.
Speed Pitch : Want to know how fast you throw? So do we! Stop by the speed pitch machine in the concourse to find out.
Inflatable Events : Fun for the kids! Let them bounce around and have a ball.
Gameworks Kids Interactive Area : What kid doesn't love Gameworks? Bring them to the ballpark for a full day of entertainment.
Team Autograph Session : Don't forget to get your 2007 poster signed by the team.
Pictures with the Miami Maniac : No visit to Mark Light Field is complete without a picture with The Maniac. Get yours today.
How Do You Look? : Ever wonder how the orange & green would look on you? Take your picture in an authentic Hurricanes uniform.
Qdoba Homerun Derby: 6pm - 7pm
Qdoba Homerun Challenge : One lucky fan will be selected to hit 3 balls off a tee. Hit one out and win the grand prize
2007 Hurricanes vs. Alumni : Who has more power, the past or the future? Only one way to find out as two players from each side square off.
Alumni Game: First pitch - 7pm
2007 Hurricanes vs. Alumni : Your #2 ranked Miami Hurricanes take on some of the most popular Hurricane alumni to ever wear the uniform. Who will prevail?
