With a population of only 1,981, Weimar, Texas, will be the smallest community ever to host a Babe Ruth World Series. This will also mark the first time that a defending 16-18 World Series champion has hosted a 16-18 World Series. The citizens of Weimar and the Texas TC League are proud to have this opportunity and look forward to providing a memorable experience for all.

Weimar is located in South Central Texas equidistantly between the major cities of Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. Therefore, we are privileged to enjoy the benefits of both the urban and the rural lifestyles. On the one hand, within approximately an hour’s drive are shopping malls, sporting and entertainment venues, and tourist attraction for all ages and interests. On the other hand, Weimar offers the serenity and relaxed pace of an “everyone knows everyone else” community. For us, “stop and
go traffic” means that we stop when we want to stop and go when we want to go. Weimar and the surrounding areas have many golf courses, unique stores, seasonal hunting and fishing, and an overwhelming love of baseball. Our citizens value God, country, and family as evidenced by the many churches, Veterans organizations, and family activities.

Our baseball history officially began in July, 1895 as Weimar hosted Columbus, Texas. Several different locations were used as playing fields as community baseball flourished in the early 20th century.

The site of the 2003 World Series will be at historic Weimar Veterans Park, Strickland Field. This facility was constructed in 1948 by the Weimar Veterans following World War II. It has been a focal point of baseball action for 55 years. At one time, it was the only lighted field between Houston and San Antonio. It is currently called home by the Weimar Babe Ruth, four time state champions Weimar Wildcats, and the Weimar Vets of the SCTAL. It has served as a host for numerous state and regional Babe Ruth tournaments.

Whether your travel plans include visiting the Alamo and the Riverwalk in San Antonio, NASA and Six Flags Astroworld in Houston, or the painted churches and museums of our communities, don’t miss the best attraction – our people!

LOCAL MEDIA INFORMATION
WEIMAR, TEXAS

WORLD SERIES DATES: AUGUST 9-16, 2003
HOST CO-PRESIDENTS: TOM STRICKLAND (979) 725-6244


NEWSPAPERS:
WEIMAR MERCURY (Weekly)
200 West Main, Weimar, TX 78962
Phone: (979) 725-8444

BANNER PRESS (Weekly)
1217 Bowie, Columbus, TX 78934
Phone: (979) 732-6243

Colorado County Citizen
PO Box 548
Columbus, TX 78934
Phone: 979.732.2304
cindyccc@coloradocountycitizen.com

VICTORIA ADVOCATE (Daily)
311 East Constitution, Victoria, TX 77901
Phone: (361) 575-1451

RADIOS:
KULM & KNRG
325 Radio Lane, Columbus, TX 78934
Phone: (979) 732-5766

KVLG & KBUK
FM Road 155, La Grange, TX 78945
Phone: (979) 968-3173


BABE RUTH WORLD SERIES
HEADQUARTERS HOTEL:

SUPER 8 MOTEL
102 Townsend Lane
Weimar, Texas 78962
Phone: (979) 725-9788