Tim McGraw's Swampstock Returns On October 7, 2006

NASHVILLE, TN (Tim McGraw Official Website) - Superstar Tim McGraw will return home to northeast Louisiana to host his eleventh Celebrity Concert and Softball Challenge – 'Swampstock 2006.' The all-star event will take place on Saturday, October 7 at the Tim McGraw Sports Complex in Rayville , Louisiana . 'Swampstock 2006' is a presentation of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's Neighbor's Keeper Foundation and is sponsored locally by Coca-Cola. Net proceeds from the activities will benefit Neighbor's Keeper Foundation's local initiatives.
Among those confirmed to appear with McGraw are Faith Hill, Martina McBride , Hot Apple Pie, Lori McKenna, Redneck Rockstars and Catherine Raney.

Gates will open at 9:00am for a 10:00am softball game and the concert will follow at approximately 3:30pm. Ticket prices are $30.00 in advance (plus applicable service charges) and $35.00 at the gate, with children 11 and under admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. Advance tickets may be purchased online at: www.timmcgraw.com, www.ticketmaster.com , Ticketmaster outlets, Richland State Bank (Rayville, Monroe, West Monroe, Linden , Mangham), Bancorp South (Rayville), J&H Boots & Jeans (Monroe), S&J Farm & Feed ( West Monroe ), and 318-329-0001. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m.

Swampstock began in 1994 as a way for McGraw to give back to his hometown community. As a child he played baseball and knows the importance of having a positive experience on the field and this is why McGraw has chosen to direct part of the funds from Swampstock to Rayville Youth Baseball. Over the years Swampstock has grown considerably but one thing that has not changed is his desire to give back to his hometown.