PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks, High-A California League, announced today a new Player Development Contract with the Colorado Rockies. The agreement is for two years and will span the 2017 and 2018 seasons. The Rockies become the fifth affiliate in the JetHawks franchise history, replacing the Houston Astros who had been affiliated with the JetHawks for the past eight seasons. Continue reading
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JetHawks, Rockies Announce PDC
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JetHawks, Hunter Dodge Introduce Party Deck
PRESS RELEASE – The JetHawks and Hunter Dodge are proud to introduce the brand new Hunter Dodge Party Deck at The Hangar. Located down the left field line adjacent to the visitor’s bullpen, the spacious two-tiered party deck will be the premier outdoor hospitality area at the ballpark in 2015. Continue reading
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JetHawks Announce New Executive Vice President
PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks Baseball Club is proud to announce that Tom Backemeyer has been appointed Executive Vice President in advance of the 2015 season. Continue reading
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Vancouver Canadians Ownership to Purchase Lancaster JetHawks
PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks, class A affiliate of the Houston Astros, have intended to be sold by Peter A. Carfagna‘s ownership group to an ownership group headed by Jake Kerr and Jeff Mooney, both Vancouver, Canada residents and owners of the successful Vancouver Canadians, short-season affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays a member of the Northwest League. Continue reading
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JetHawks Unveil Updated On-Field Caps, Alternate Jersey Design
PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks Professional Baseball Club, class A affiliate of the Houston Astros, introduced updates to its team identity system during an open house party at The Hangar Wednesday evening. Continue reading
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‘Tebow Tuesday’ Promo Goes Down with Broncos Loss to Pats
The Single-A Lancaster JetHawks (California League) offered up a “Tebow Tuesday” promotion set for January 17, provided QB Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos were able to pull off a victory over the New England Patriots on Saturday night. It didn’t happen, as the Broncos were crushed 45-10. That said, we suspect this won’t be the last Tebow promo moment by teams during the 2012 season. Continue reading
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JetHawks Introduce ‘Itty Bitty Burger’
PRESS RELEASE – While most teams across the country were trying to create the biggest, baddest and messiest burgers in baseball, the Lancaster JetHawks began working on the anti-monster burger, or Itty Bitty Burgers. Continue reading
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JetHawks GM Resigns, Assistant GM Gets Interim Promotion
PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks, Class A affiliate of the Houston Astros, have announced that Larry Thornhill has resigned his position as Vice President and General Manager of the franchise for personal reasons, effective immediately. Derek Sharp, Lancaster’s Assistant General Manager, who has been with the organization since 2008, has been named Interim Continue reading
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Ballpark Visit ALERT: Clear Channel Stadium (Lancaster, CA)
MiLB.com reporter Benjamin Hill visits Clear Channel Stadium, home of the Single-A Lancaster (CA) JetHawks. Read about Ben’s experience and view photos here.
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JetHawks Partner with Adelman Broadcasting
PRESS RELEASE – Lancaster JetHawks radio broadcasts are returning to the airwaves. The JetHawks have partnered with Adelman Broadcasting to air every game throughout the rest of the season on 87.7 FM Kickin’ Country. It is the first time JetHawks games have been broadcast on a FM radio station, giving fans their strongest ever signal to listen to while enjoying JetHawks baseball when the Continue reading
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JetHawks Introduce the ‘Heart Stopper’
PRESS RELEASE – Fans who have craved breakfast at the ballpark can now satisfy their culinary desires with the “Heart-Stopper”, a new item available for a limited time at Clear Channel Stadium. The “Heart-Stopper” consists of a natural casing hot dog with biscuits split in half, sausage gravy, bacon and cheddar cheese. The new dish is available at KaBoom’s Dog House on the third base side of the Continue reading
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JetHawks Kick off Season with Promotion-Packed Seven-Game Homestand
PRESS RELEASE – The Lancaster JetHawks kick off the 2011 season with a promotion-packed seven-game homestand at Clear Channel Stadium April 7 against the High Desert Mavericks. Giveaway nights, Cheers Buck Beers and Friday Fireworks are just a few of the promotions fans will enjoy in the opening homestand of 2011. Continue reading
JetHawks Announce 2011 Promotional Schedule
PRESS RELEASE – With baseball season rapidly approaching, the Lancaster JetHawks have unveiled their 2011 promotional schedule. The JetHawks have a plethora of exciting promotions on tap for 2011, including 11 fireworks shows, unique giveaways and a bevy of theme nights. Additionally, a revamped lineup of weekly promotions is available for JetHawks fans at Clear Channel Stadium this season. Continue reading
California Sun to Power Clear Channel Stadium
Clear Channel Stadium, the home of the Single-A Lancaster (CA) JetHawks, will be 98 percent solar powered after 1,500 4-by-6-foot solar panels are installed on a 700 foot long carport at the park this month. The new system is expected to save $48,o00 annually in energy costs. Read more here.
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Tattoo Lucky Fans Will Receive Lifetime Season Tickets
PRESS RELEASE – Tattoo Night, Two Bobbleheads, and Military Appreciation Weekend Highlight Promotion Calendar for Homestand. The Lancaster JetHawks return home for a promotion-packed seven-game homestand at Clear Channel Stadium, beginning May 18. The JetHawks will take on the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes and the High Desert Mavericks over the course of seven Continue reading
Golden Gets the Nod After Victorious Bobble Head Campaign
PRESS RELEASE – Brian Golden beats Dave Trembley to become the 6th member of the Hangar Heroes 15. The Lancaster JetHawks are pleased to announce Brian Golden has won the second Hangar Hero Bobble Head Poll. In a vote that was extended one week when a winner could not be determined due to a tie, the Antelope Valley Press sports guru squeaked by Dave Trembley in a poll that registered more than 300 votes; previous polls registered less than half that amount. Continue reading