[1] In 1976, local advertising businessman Terry Ferrell led a successful effort to place a minor league team in Corpus Christi.
[3] The Baton Rouge Cougars, Beeville Bees, Rio Grande Valley White Wings, Seguin Toros and Victoria Cowboys joined the Seagulls in beginning league play on June 1, 1976.
[8][2] Joining Corpus Christi in the new league were the Beeville Blazers, Harlingen Suns, McAllen Dusters, Texas City Stars and Victoria Rosebuds, with play beginning on June 10, 1977.
[11] The potential 1977 Lone Star League playoffs were cancelled due to the threat of the approaching Hurricane Anita, allowing Corpus Christi to claim the championship.
[14][15] Today, the ballpark remains home to Corpus Christi Independent School District baseball teams.