Rich Baseball Operations Announce Senior Leadership Promotions

PRESS RELEASE – Rich Baseball Operations, which manages the three affiliated minor league teams owned by Rich Products Corp., today announced new senior leadership promotions for Rich Entertainment Group, Bison Baseball Inc. and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.

‘A League of Their Own ‘ Reunion at Arvest Park

Six former castmates will join actress Geena Davis for the second annual A League of Their Own reunion ballgame May 8 at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale.  Read more here.  Thanks to John Cerone for the link.

Naturals Announce Plans for New HD Videoboard

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, the Double-A Affiliate of the World Champion Kansas City Royals, along with the City of Springdale, are excited to announce plans for a new state-of-the-art HD videoboard at Arvest Ballpark.

Development Coming to Land Surrounding Arvest Ballpark

The land surrounding Arvest Ballpark, home of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Double-A, Texas League), has remained mostly undeveloped since the opening of the stadium in 2008, but Springdale (AR) Mayor Doug Sprouse says this will soon change.  Read more here.

Arvest Bank, Naturals Renew Stadium Naming Rights Agreement

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals and Arvest Bank have reached an agreement to extend the bank’s naming rights to the Springdale-based Arvest Ballpark through 2027.

Bikes Blues and BBQ at Arvest Ballpark

Arvest Ballpark, home of the Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Texas League), played host to the third annual Bikes Blues and BBQ Car Show on Friday and Saturday.  The event included car show, vintage bike show, steak cooking contest, live music and more.  Read more here.  View event announcement here.  View Facebook photos here.  View aerial photo here.

Naturals See Attendance Bump with Walmart Shareholders in Town

With about 14,000 Walmart shareholders converging on Bentonville (AR) for the company’s annual shareholders meeting Friday, the Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Texas League) in nearby Springdale saw an attendance bump at Arvest Park from 3,075 Wednesday to 6,393 Thursday.  Friday should be a big night too, as the team brings back the “what could have been” Thunder Chickens.  Read more here.

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Naturals Announce Ballpark Additions to Enhance Fan Experience

PRESS RELATIONS – The seventh season of Naturals baseball will begin on April 10^th when the Naturals host the Frisco RoughRiders at 6:05pm. The home opener will allow fans from throughout Northwest Arkansas to see the talented prospects on display, as well as some new ballpark additions made to enhance the overall experience.

Naturals Introduce Benjamin Kelly as New ‘Voice of the Naturals’

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals announced the hiring of Benjamin Kelly today as the new “Voice of the Naturals”. Kelly, taking over for Steven Davis this year, will become the second radio broadcaster in franchise history.

Duck Dynasty Stars to Visit Arvest Ballpark

PRESS RELEASE – The Ballard Group is proud and excited to be bringing members of the hit A&E show Duck Dynasty to Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. On Sunday, October 20. Members of the Robertson family who will appear are Willie, Korie, Miss Kay and Uncle Si.

Naturals Awarded 2013 Texas League All-Star Game, Release Logo

PRESS RELEASE – The Naturals have been awarded the honor of hosting the 2013 Texas League All-Star Game on July 25, 2013. Now that the date and location for the event are set the Naturals are proud to present the 2013 All-Star Game logo. The logo features their familiar dark red and blue colors and is reminiscent of the both the Naturals primary logo and the Arvest Ballpark logo.

Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Tonight in Springdale

The Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Texas League) host the famous Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders tonight for the third time at Arvest Ballpark.  The cheerleaders will be performing on the field, taking photos,and signing autographs.  More info here.

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Ballpark Visit ALERT: Arvest Ballpark (Springdale, AR)

MLB.com reporter Benjamin Hill recently visited Arvest Ballpark, home of the Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Texas League).  Read more and view photos here.

Naturals Celebrate ‘What Might Have Been Night’ Tonight

The Double-A Northwest Arkansas Naturals (Texas League) will take a look at what life might have been like tonight as the “Thunder Chickens,” which was the runner up in the name-the-team contest in 2007.  The team will don special Thunder Chickens jerseys, which will be auctioned off during the game.

Naturals Host Second Beer Festival

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are excited to announce their second Beer Festival. The BeerFest will take place at Arvest Ballpark from 6:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M. on May 25. The Naturals play host to the Midland RockHounds that evening with first pitch slated for 7:00 P.M. The event will be held in the Miller Party Shack area

Giant Memorial Flag to Visit Arvest Ballpark

PRESS RELEASE – The Patriot Flag, a memorial flag which is making its way across the United States, will fly at Arvest Ballpark Monday evening as part of the Naturals’ season-opening homestand in honor of the first response victims of the 9/11 attacks. It also honors the public safety personnel who remain on the job today willing to risk their lives for others.

Naturals Announce 2011 Promotions

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are proud to release details pertaining to the promotional schedule for the 2011 season. Our 2011 calendar includes a great slate of giveaway items, the largest number of fireworks shows ever at Arvest Ballpark, and a return visit by the dancers from “America’s Team,” the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders to Visit Arvest Park July 17

PRESS RELEASE – The cheerleading squad from “America’s Team” will be visiting Arvest Ballpark on Saturday, July 17th. Join us as Sprint presents the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.  Great seats are still available.  Game time is 7 P.M.

Recently Completed Homestand Best Ever for Naturals

PRESS RELEASE – With a crowd of 4,368 on hand for Monday night’s game against the Arkansas Travelers, the Northwest Arkansas Naturals set an all-time attendance record for an eight-game homestand with 45,778 turning out between Monday, May 17th, and Monday, May 24th, for the club’s series against the Tulsa Drillers and the Travelers.

Naturals Announce “Memorial Fest”

PRESS RELEASE – Although the Northwest Arkansas Naturals will be traveling down the dusty highway to Midland, TX on Saturday, May 29th, they won’t be packing up the spectacular fireworks shows and family fun at Arvest Ballpark!

Naturals Announce 2010 Promotional Schedule

PRESS RELEASE – The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are proud to release details pertaining to the promotional schedule for the 2010 season. Our 2010 calendar includes a great slate of giveaway items, the largest number of fireworks shows ever at Arvest Ballpark, and a visit by the dancers from “America’s Team,” the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.