Missions fans with the name Victor or Victoria and furry pets got a special prize.
After French rookie Victor Wembanyama won the Kia NBA Rookie of the Year Award, the San Antonio Missions honored his achievement by holding a “Victor Night” during their doubleheader.
Any fan who attended the games with the names Victor or Victoria or anyone who brought their French bulldog or poodle was given a free outfield reserve ticket and an order of french fries. Fans were also able to win Victor Wembanyama-related memorabilia with a raffle in between innings. Among the items in the raffle were a signed basketball, Wembanyama basketball cards, jerseys and a poster that included a piece of a basketball Wembanyama used during his rookie season.Nick Mantas is a KSAT 12 Sports Editor. He has previously worked in Lansing, San Fransisco and Abilene.
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