WKU baseball announces promotions for 2019 season

Published 2:31 pm Thursday, February 7, 2019

Western Kentucky has announced its slate of promotions for the 28 home baseball games this season at Nick Denes Field, as well as the contest vs. Kentucky at Bowling Green Ballpark on April 23.

When the Hilltoppers take on the Norse to begin the year, the first 250 fans through the gates will receive a WKU team schedule magnet.

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In all, there are six giveaway dates throughout the season:

Feb. 15 vs. Northern Kentucky: Schedule magnets for first 250 fans

March 9 vs. Memphis: Traditional red towels for first 100 fans

March 30 vs. Charlotte: American flag-themed t-shirt for first 100 fans

April 20 vs. Florida Atlantic: Jersey towels for first 100 fans

April 23 vs. Kentucky (at BG Ballpark): Red t-shirt for first 250 students

May 17 vs. Old Dominion: 100th Season t-shirt for first 100 fans

For the three midweek games during the season at Nick Denes Field, fans can enjoy special pricing on traditional ballpark fare. Game tickets, popcorn and hot dogs will each be $2, and a large soft drink with a souvenir cup will be $5.

For Sunday afternoon games, children aged 12 and under receive free admission, and a kid’s lunch special that includes a hot dog, bag of chips and can of soda will be $5. After the game, children are invited to run the bases with Big Red.

For Military Appreciation Weekend against Charlotte on March 29-31, all military personnel receive free admission with valid identification.

Flexible season ticket packages are now available for purchase, including 30 tickets for $50 that can be used at any of the 29 home games throughout the 2019 campaign.