Surging Lookouts Return Home Sunday To Open Three-Game Series Against The Smokies

Team Announces Promotions For The Series

Friday, June 29, 2012
July 3rd's game time is 6:15 p.m. A holiday Fireworks Extravaganza follows the ball game.
July 3rd's game time is 6:15 p.m. A holiday Fireworks Extravaganza follows the ball game.
- photo by Tim Evearitt

The Lookouts, who have won four straight games, are currently playing the M-Braves in Mississippi but will be back in town to kick off a three-game series against the Tennessee Smokies on Sunday afternoon. 

Here are the headlining promotions for the series.

Sunday, July 1st (5:15)

SunTrust Sunday! Fans are encouraged to bring canned food items to AT&T Field to put in the bed of the Lookouts’ Dodger Blue antique truck parked outside the stadium. On SunTrust Sundays, each fan that donates food items will receive a free general admission ticket for that Sunday’s game. Tickets will be distributed on a “per person” basis and are subject to availability. The canned food items will be donated to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.

Monday, July 2nd (7:15)


Hixson and Soddy Daisy Night! Several businesses and organizations from Hixson and Soddy Daisy will be on hand to help celebrate their communities. Additionally, trivia on the region will be featured throughout the night, and a first pitch will be thrown by District 3 Councilwoman Pam Ladd and the grandson of Soddy Daisy Mayor Jim Adams, who will also be in attendance.

Also, kids eat free! Children, who are 12 or under, will receive a coupon for a free hot dog and coke!

Tuesday, July 3rd (6:15)

Come take part in a Chattanooga tradition by celebrating Independence Day (a day early) with the Lookouts! The Lookouts' famous fireworks extravaganza will be featured at the conclusion of the game. A perennial sellout, fans are strongly advised to purchase their tickets in advance. Brought to you by Coca-Cola.

Tickets for these games or any other Lookouts home game can be purchased at the Lookouts Box Office at AT&T Field, online at www.lookouts.com, or by calling (423) 267-4849.


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