Title Sport Date
Softball Eliminated from NCAA Tournament with 2-1 Loss in Nine Innings Softball May 19, 2013
Eagles Open the SoCon Tournament as the Seven Seed Baseball May 18, 2013
Sarah Purvis Throws Perfect Game as Eagles Advance to Face USF Softball May 18, 2013
College of Charleston Completes Sweep with Comeback Victory Baseball May 18, 2013
Eagle Golf Finishes 12th at NCAA Regional Golf May 18, 2013
Golf Succumbs to Scarlet Course in NCAA Regional Second Round Golf May 17, 2013
Eagles Clipped 1-0 by USF in Extra Innings Softball May 17, 2013
Eagles Drop Series to College of Charleston Baseball May 17, 2013
Eagles Fall to College of Charleston in Series Opener Baseball May 17, 2013
Golf Sits in Ninth after Opening Round at NCAA Regional Golf May 16, 2013
Sarah Purvis Earns NFCA All-Region Honors Softball May 16, 2013
Softball Faces USF in NCAA Tournament Opener Softball May 16, 2013
Eagles Head to Charleston for Final SoCon Series Baseball May 15, 2013
Georgia Southern Football Camps Set for June Football May 15, 2013
Mierzejewski Advances to U.S. Open Sectional Qualifier Golf May 15, 2013
Football Season Ticket Renewal Deadline Today Football May 15, 2013
Baseball Falls in Final Home Game Baseball May 15, 2013
Wolfes Advances to U.S. Open Sectional Qualifier Golf May 14, 2013
Eagle Fund Donations Are Due June 3 Athletics May 14, 2013
Golf Begins NCAA Championship Play Thursday Golf May 14, 2013
Swope Earns Spot on CFPA Running Back Watch List Football May 13, 2013
Baseball Hosts Final Home Game Tuesday Baseball May 13, 2013
Georgia Southern Holds Special Graduation Ceremony Athletics May 13, 2013
Take Flight - Eagle Athletics This Week - May 13-19 Athletics May 13, 2013
Tickets Now Available for Gainesville Regional Softball May 13, 2013
Eagles Open NCAA Tournament in Gainesville Regional Softball May 13, 2013
Clemson Completes Sweep of Georgia Southern Baseball May 12, 2013
Selection Show Viewing Set for 10 p.m. Inside Bishop Fieldhouse Softball May 12, 2013
Stevenson Invited Back for N.Y. Giants Rookie Camp Football May 12, 2013
Clemson Wins Series over Eagles Baseball May 12, 2013
Walk-Off Home Run Clinches Back-to-Back SoCon Championships Softball May 11, 2013
Waiting Game Begins for Eagles’ 4X100m Relay Team Track & Field May 11, 2013
Clemson Wins Series Opener Behind Strong Outing from Ace Baseball May 11, 2013
Eagles Win 11-Inning Marathon Over Cougars, Return to Title Game Softball May 10, 2013
Walk-off Single Forces "If Necessary Game" Between Cougars and Eagles Softball May 10, 2013
Georgia Southern Football 2014 Non-Conference Opponents Announced Football May 10, 2013
Georgia Southern 4X100m Relay Team Makes Last Run for Postseason Bid Track & Field May 10, 2013
Leadoff Home Run Pushes Eagles to SoCon Tournament Semifinals Softball May 9, 2013
Men’s Basketball Adds Transfer Trent Wiedeman Men's Basketball May 9, 2013
Baseball Steps Out of Conference to Face Clemson Baseball May 9, 2013
Softball Thunders Past Chattanooga 6-2 in SoCon Tournament Opener Softball May 8, 2013
Georgia Southern Athletic Foundation to Blanket the Region with New Eagle Fans Athletic Foundation May 7, 2013
Softball Travels to 2013 SoCon Tournament Softball May 7, 2013
Corless Promoted to Co-Defensive Coordinator for Eagles Football May 7, 2013
Golf Gains Bid to NCAA Regional in Columbus Golf May 7, 2013
Purvis Named SoCon Softball Pitcher of The Year, Thomas and Morrill Earn All-SoCon Honors Softball May 6, 2013
McKinnon Placed on College Football Performance Awards QB Watch List Football May 6, 2013
NCAA Golf Championship Selection Show set for 9 p.m. Monday Golf May 6, 2013
Eagles Avoid Sweep with Offensive Outburst Baseball May 6, 2013
Softball Caps Regular Season with One-Hit Shutout Over Appalachian St. Softball May 5, 2013

Elizabeth Ryan Named Assistant Athletic Media Relations Director

Details STATESBORO, Ga. – Georgia Southern University Athletics announced the hiring of Elizabeth Ryan as its new assistant director of athletics media relations. Ryan will be the primary contact for the Eagles women’s basketball, golf and tennis programs; other duties will be assigned at a later date.

Ryan worked last year in the Athletic Media Relations department while obtaining her master’s degree at Georgia Southern. She also worked three years in the Athletic Communications department at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While with the Tar Heels, Ryan worked with the men’s and women’s tennis teams, and assisted during all men’s and women’s basketball home games.

She has also had stints working in minor league baseball with the Carolina Mudcats where she played an integral part in every aspect of the organization. Her first year, she assumed the role of merchandising manager while also assisting in marketing, ticketing, multimedia production and official scoring. Last summer/fall she completed an internship with the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum in Newport, Rhode Island where she joined the tournament and special events team to successfully run two professional tennis tournaments. Her primary duties during her time at the ITHOF were center court liaison, player relations and marketing.

“We are excited to have Elizabeth join our staff on a full-time basis. She brings a wealth of knowledge from her time at North Carolina, and was a key member of the Athletic Media Relations Department staff last year,” said Assistant Director Patrick Osterman. “Elizabeth got to know our coaching staff and student-athletes, in addition to gaining experience with our day-to-day operations. That will certainly help her transition as our new Assistant Director.”

Originally from Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, Ryan holds an undergraduate degree from UNC in Political Science/History and a Master’s of Science in Sport Management from Georgia Southern.

Erk Russell Athletic Park

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STATESBORO, Ga. – The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia approved the naming of a section of the Georgia Southern University campus “Erk Russell Athletic Park.” Erk Russell Athletic Park, named in honor of the late former Georgia Southern football coach Erskine “Erk” Russell, will be dedicated at a future date.

 

“We are grateful to the University System of Georgia Board of Regents for approving the naming of the Erk Russell Athletic Park on our campus,” said Georgia Southern President Bruce Grube. “This tribute to Coach Russell speaks volumes about his influence and impact on our football team, on Georgia Southern and on our community.”

 

Russell, through his incredible work ethic, positive attitude and motivational expressions, built Georgia Southern into a national football powerhouse during his eight-year tenure. Under his tutelage, the Eagles won three national championships, including back-to-back titles in 1985 and 1986. In 1989, Georgia Southern posted a perfect 15-0 season which culminated with a victory over Stephen F. Austin in the national championship game at Paulson Stadium. Named the USA Today Coach of the Decade for the 1980s, Russell earned numerous other honors and awards prior to his retirement and subsequent enshrinement in the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. Russell passed away last September at the age of 80.

 

Erk Russell Athletic Park will encompass Allen E. Paulson Stadium, the Gene Bishop Field House, Cowart Building and the soccer and track stadium. The park showcases what Russell called “the prettiest little stadium in America” and hosts tens of thousands of people each year including teams, fans and players. The area also serves as the site of the University’s spring commencement ceremony. University signage complementing the nearby architecture and landscape will designate the area as Erk Russell Athletic Park.

 

“Generations of students, alumni and fans will gather in this place named Erk Russell Athletic Park and they will experience a greater understanding of Coach Russell’s many contributions to Georgia Southern,” Grube said. “Coach Russell’s legacy of success and sportsmanship will forever be a part of this University.”

 

Georgia Southern University, a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, offers more than 120 degree programs serving nearly 17,000 students. Through eight colleges, the University offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs built on more than a century of academic achievement. The University, one of Georgia’s largest, is a top choice of Georgia’s HOPE scholars and is recognized for its student-centered approach to education. Visit: www.georgiasouthern.edu.

Exclusive Benefits Highlight Junior Eagle Club

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STATESBORO, Ga. - Bruster's Real Ice Cream and Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs of Statesboro has teamed up with Georgia Southern Athletics and Eagle Sports Marketing to present the Junior Eagle Club for the 2009-2010 season. As the presenting sponsor, Bruster's Real Ice Cream and Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs continue the traditional perks included with a Junior Eagle Club membership as well adding new items and events. Bruster's Real Ice and Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs will host ice cream socials at selected Georgia Southern home athletics events for all Junior Eagle Club members.

A fun and exciting way for children to be involved with Georgia Southern Athletics, the Junior Eagle Club offers value over and above the price of the membership.  An annual membership is $15 per child and includes free admission to several Georgia Southern Athletics events. By signing your child up for the Junior Eagle Club, they become eligible for many privileges exclusive to members. In addition to the official Junior Eagle Club membership card and goodie bag, benefits for the 2009-2010 season include:

     - Bi-weekly newsletter with fun features and interviews with Eagle student-athletes and coaches

     - Exclusive links to games and puzzles on GeorgiaSouthernEagles.com

     - Birthday wish from GUS

     - Invitations to Junior Eagle Club events through out the 2009-2010 season

     - Personal Invitation to a birthday party for GUS

     - Junior Eagle Club Goodie Bag including promotional items and spirit band

     - Free admission to select Georgia Southern Athletics events which includes a home football game,
       one men's and women's basketball game each month of the season and all Sunday baseball games

 For the 2009-2010 season, Junior Eagle Club members are also eligible to:

     - Be named an honorary captain at selected home football games

     - Serve as a ball boy/girl for home men's and women's basketball games

     - Line up with the Eagle Baseball team during the pre-game playing of the national anthem

For more information, visit www.GeorgiaSouthernEagles.com and select the "Junior Eagle Club" menu button,
call John Ramfjord in Eagle Sports Marketing at 912-478-1500 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Events in Brookings, S.D.

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WEEKEND EVENTS SCHEDULE - Thursday-Saturday, September 3-5, 2009




Saturday, September 5

On-Campus & Statesboro Events
8 a.m.
Paulson Stadium Parking lot opens

9 a.m.-Noon
Main Street Farmers' Market
Downtown Statesboro
Sea Island Bank Parking Lot
2 E. Main Street

9 a.m.-6 p.m.
GSU: University Store
Georgia Ave. & Chandler Road
(912) 478-5181
Sept. 5 Game Day hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Single-game general admission tickets ($25 adults, $10 youth (ages 3-12)
for sale at Customer Service counter

GSU: Georgia Southern Museum
Portraits in Gray: A Civil War Photography Exhibit
open 2-5 p.m.

3 p.m.
Athletics Ticket Office opens (Cowart Building)
203 Lanier Drive, Statesboro, GA 30458
(3 hours before kickoff)

4 p.m.
WILL CALL at Gate 4 opens
(2 hours before kickoff)
Player pass gate and high school recruits

Radio Pre-game Show begins on the Georgia Southern Radio Network
(begins 2 hours prior to kickoff)

Inside Coughlin-Alumni Stadium, Eagle fans can tune into 92.1 FM
to listen to the Georgia Southern Radio Network.

Approximately 5:55 
Officials and captains meet at midfield for coin toss

NCAA Sportsmanship handshake between teams

6 p.m. CT (7 p.m. ET)
Kickoff -- Georgia Southern Eagles vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits

Southern Pride Marching Band
"Rapid Fire" drawing sponsored by First Southern National Bank
Chick-fil-A Mini Moos drop
Manny's Neighborhood Grille "Delivery of the Game"
Verizon "Long Distance Challenge"
Statesboro Convention and Visitors Bureau prize pack drawing

3RD QUARTER:
Sonny's Timeout for T-shirts


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