where in the world is coach fitz?

(swiped from nusports.com)

Fitz Set to Throw Out First Pitch at Saturday's White Sox Game
White Sox battle Pirates at 6:05 p.m. at U.S. Cellular Field
May 20, 2009

EVANSTON, Ill. -- After making appearances earlier this month at home contests for the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Cubs, Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald travels to the city's south side this Saturday (May 23), visiting U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox.

Fitzgerald will throw out the game's ceremonial first pitch at approximately 5:55 p.m. Ten minutes later, the White Sox are scheduled to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in an interleague game.

Fans interested in purchasing tickets to Saturday's game to see Fitz's first pitch can call (312) 674-1000 or visit whitesox.com.

may 12 - nu day at wrigley

(from nusports.com)

Pat Fitzgerald To Sing Seventh-Inning Stretch May 12 on NU Day at Wrigley
Fans can meet Coach Fitz at Mullen's on Clark at 5:30 p.m.

April 20, 2009

EVANSTON, Ill. -- NU Day at Wrigley Field is set for Tuesday, May 12 at 7:05 p.m. and Northwestern football coach Pat Fitzgerald will serve as the seventh-inning guest conductor for "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." Fitzgerald, who is making his fourth annual trip to Wrigley Field to take part in one of baseball's most unique traditions, also will toss one of the game's first pitches at approximately 6:50 p.m.

Before Fitzgerald heads into the game, fans can meet him at Mullen's Bar and Grill (3527 N. Clark) and enjoy half-price buffalo wings and free soda from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fans who don't have tickets to the Cubs game are encouraged to come out to Mullen's to watch the game with Fitzgerald's former teammate and Heisman Trophy finalist, Darnell Autry. Autry will be giving away free food, drinks, Wildcat prizes and football tickets throughout the game so make plans to support NU Day in Wrigleyville on May 12.

For more information, e-mail wildcatmarketing@northwestern.edu or call 847.491.7504.

April 15: Northwestern Vs. Notre Dame Baseball at US Cellular Field

(from your friends at the nu alumni association. any interest besides me, troy, laz, & will?)

Northwestern University and the University of Notre Dame baseball teams will play a game at U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, on Wednesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. The White Sox and the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority (ISFA) are hosting the game at the ballpark. This year's game will benefit Chicago White Sox Charities. Chicago White Sox Charities provides annual financial, in-kind and emotional support to hundreds of Chicago-based organizations, including those leading the fight against cancer or dedicated to improving the lives of Chicago's youth through education and athletics.

The Chicago Young Alumni are offering alumni and friends of all ages an opportunity to watch the game from the exclusive Jim Beam Club at US Cellular Field. For as little as $25 attendees will receive a package that includes: Game ticket with access to the Jim Beam Club, parking, a buffet, and access to a cash bar (soft drinks included with the price of admission).

A game ticket only package is also available with guaranteed seating behind the Northwestern dugout.

Don't be shut out! Register today!