It’s almost time for the Hooks home opener. Behind me is their newest mural, showcasing Jose Altuve to their new logo. All coming together for their 20th anniversary.
Fans can walk near the first base side on the ground level to find the new mural. It represents the old and the new. A concept that began last season. Local artist Jeremy Flores started painting the project last week, finishing in seven days. The wall highlights the Whataburger Field entrance, Sammy the Seagull and Rusty the Hook, former players, both bridges and more.
“It’s a blessing. It’s amazing,” Flores said. “I remember when this field first opened up, and if somebody would have told me in 20 years you’re going to paint a big mural over there and I wouldn’t have believed you.”
The Gregory-Portland grad began painting murals in 2014…