Jan. 4, 2013

ARLINGTON, Texas - UT Arlington Baseball will hold its First Pitch Banquet on Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Diamond Club at Rangers Ballpark featuring World Series champion and former UT Arlington standout Hunter Pence.

Tickets for the First Pitch Banquet along with a meet-and-greet with Pence are $100 for adults and $50 for UT Arlington students. Tickets for the banquet only are $40 for adults and $20 for students.

The evening also includes the presentation of the 2012 Southland Conference championship rings. The Mavericks claimed the SLC title and a spot in the NCAA Regionals. Members of the 2013 baseball team and past UTA players will also be in attendance.

"I'm looking forward to a great night for the UTA baseball program," UT Arlington coach Darin Thomas said. "I can't wait to honor both our past and present players."

The meet-and-greet includes a photo with Pence and the opportunity to meet other Major Leaguers. Call 817-272-0694 or email coggiola@uta.edu for reservations.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at three levels:

• $2000: 8 passes to meet-and-greet with Hunter Pence, reserved seats to program, banner and program recognition, Hunter Pence autographed baseball, World Series photo and jersey
• $1000: 4 passes to meet-and-greet with Hunter Pence, reserved seats to program, banner and program recognition, Hunter Pence autographed baseball, World Series photo
• $500: 2 passes to meet-and-greet with Hunter Pence, reserved seats to program, banner and program recognition, Hunter Pence autographed baseball