Jan. 6, 2009

FRESNO, Calif. - Fresno State Baseball fans get another chance to have author Paul Loeffler and coach Mike Batesole sign copies of the book Underdogs to Wonderdogs. Both will be at the Bulldog shop on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at noon.

"We're very excited to have second book signing. The first signing exceeded expectations," said Loeffler. "The response to the book has been humbling and gratifying. I am thrilled it has been received the way it has and very blessed to be a part of this project."

Members of the 2008 National Championship team will also be at the Bulldog shop to sign books. Extra parking for the event will be across the street from the Bulldog shop in the Red Lot (weather permitting). Get your copy of Underdogs to Wonderdogs the Bulldog shop for $34.95.

The book includes:

With 200 full-color photos packed into 168 letter-sized pages, this hardcover edition chronicles Fresno State's 2008 season from start to furious finish. Penned by Loeffler, the team's longtime radio announcer, Underdogs to Wonderdogs also includes:

• Riveting radio play-by-play excerpts in boldface red type
• Telling quotes from players and coaches, captured throughout the magical season
• A foreword written by all-time saves leader Brandon Burke
• Comments from more than 30 other voices, including ESPN personalities Chris Berman and Erin Andrews, Fresno State president Dr. John Welty, former coach Bob Bennett, and several coaches from teams the Bulldogs eliminated.

"Join the State - Fresno State!" - The National Champion baseball team kicks off the 2009 season on Friday, February 20 as they host the Pac-10 Washington Huskies. First pitch at Beiden Field is scheduled for 6:05 pm. Join the Bulldogs as they celebrate the 2008 College World Series National Championship. Season tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting the Bulldog Ticket Office, calling 278-DOGS or online at gobulldogs.com. You won't want to miss any of the action as the Bulldogs look to win their fourth straight WAC Championship.