What’s happening with the Firebirds Soon!

Sponsored by

Happy Monday Firebirds Fam! The Firebirds are excited to introduce a new annual series called Petey from the streets! We will also be going over the Frederick Flying Cows Roast event we are hosting tomorrow and some hooping opportunities with the firebirds and local community. Before we jump in, let’s hear from today’s sponsor:

Looking for unbiased, fact-based news? Join 1440 today.

Join over 4 million Americans who start their day with 1440 – your daily digest for unbiased, fact-centric news. From politics to sports, we cover it all by analyzing over 100 sources. Our concise, 5-minute read lands in your inbox each morning at no cost. Experience news without the noise; let 1440 help you make up your own mind. Sign up now and invite your friends and family to be part of the informed.

Subscribe to 1440 today.

Table of Contents

• New Series: Petey From the Streets!

• Frederick Flying Cows Roast Tomorrow!

• Community Hoops This Week!

New Series: Petey From the Streets!

We are starting a new series called “Petey from the Streets” which will be a mainstay of the Firebird Focus newsletter’s for the next couple weeks! This series comes courtesy of our owner, Wade Harris! Without further ado, here is episode 1🐦‍🔥 🔥 

Episode 1: “The Dream Begins”

Scene: Raleigh Firebirds practice field. Petey is decked out in his Firebirds uniform, complete with goggles, tube socks, Chuck Taylors, headband, and wristbands. He's doing warm-up stretches.

Petey (to the camera):
"Hey, Firebirds fans! It’s Petey from the Streets! Ever since I could remember, I’ve dreamed of playing for the Firebirds. Today is the day I kick my training into high gear! I'm ready to get whipped into shape for my big debut!"

(Enter Wade Harris, the Market Owner, with a whistle around his neck and a clipboard.)

Wade: "Petey! You can’t just stretch and call it a day. We’ve got work to do! You want to play on this team, you need REAL training!"

Petey: "I’m ready, Wade! Let’s show Wake County how it’s done! What’s next?"

Wade: "First up, we’re hitting the weights. Let’s see if you can lift as much as you talk!”

Frederick Flying Cows Roast Tomorrow!

Reminder that we will be hosting a light-hearted roast of the Frederick Flying Cows in light of Cow appreciation day being tomorrow, July 8th.

The event would incorporate humor, playful banter, and a sense of friendly rivalry. Event Highlights:

1. “Fowl” Comedy Show: Local comedians take center stage to deliver cow puns, flying gags, and sports-themed roasts that areudderly hilarious.

2. “Moo-sical” Roast Battle: Karaoke meets comedy as fans parody hits like “I Believe I Can Fly” (and more)… with a cow-tastic twist. 🐄🎤

3. Flying Cow Trivia: A trivia game where questions include funny facts and humorous myths about the Frederick Flying Cows.

4. “Udderly Ridiculous” Merchandise: Playful, limited edition merchandise for the event poking fun at the Frederick Flying Cows

5. “Wind in the Ears” Cow Contest: Invite fans to submit their own jokes about the Frederick Flying Cows in a humorous competition, with winning jokes featured on the scoreboard, where fans can react and cheer (or groan).

6. Cow Appreciation Award: Honor a cow-themed “Hero of the Day” – a fan who dresses in the most ridiculous spin on being a cow, flying or not, with a comedic trophy and a shoutout during the game.

7. Post-Game Laugh Fest: The night ends with a comedy closer featuring top local stand-up talent reflecting on their experiences with cows and the event, filled with friendly rivalry and hilarity.

And many more event highlights we will be announcing as the event comes closer!

This event will not only showcase the Firebirds’ sense of humor but also foster camaraderie amongst fans while embracing a playful rivalry with the Frederick Flying Cows! Whether you're a die-hard Firebirds fan or just in it for the beef, this event is sure to bring roars of laughter and community spirit. Mark your calendars and get ready for an udderlyunforgettable night! 🏀🐦‍🔥🔥🐮

Community Hoops This Week!

This Wednesday, we will be hosting our weekly Firebirds camp session from 12-1 at the Southeast Raleigh YMCA! This is a fantastic opportunity for the Firebirds to give back to the youth of the Raleigh community!

On Friday, we will be bringing back Friday Hoop nights with the Raleigh Police Department! This is a great opportunity to bring our community together in the name of friendly basketball competition! This will take place from 7–9 PM Friday, July 11th at Method Community Park!

Stay tuned for more details and come out to show your support! 🐦‍🔥 🔥 

Make sure to stay tuned for Wednesday’s edition, as we have some exciting news coming up!

Until then,

-Nicky