Football | 8/14/2015 9:03:00 AM
STATESBORO, Ga. - The Georgia Southern football program will serve as the hosts for Meet the Eagles Fan Fest this Saturday, Aug. 15, at Paulson Stadium. Gates open at 8 a.m., and the football team will kick things off with a scrimmage starting at 9 a.m. When the scrimmage ends, the autograph will begin at approximately 11 a.m.
The event is free of charge and open to fans of all ages. The concessions stand and Adidas store will be open, as will the Field of Dreams. Additionally, inflatables will be at the event for the Little Eagles in attendance. Parking is also free and is available in the tailgate lot.
Beginning at 11 a.m., fans can get autographs from their favorite players. Members of the football, men's soccer, women's soccer and volleyball squads will be available for autographs on the north concourse and fans can enter through gate 12, which is on the west side of the stadium. The event will end at noon.
Fans can bring in outside items to be signed, but posters will be provided free of charge to those who wish to get one signed.
No posed photography will be allowed. This restriction allows fans to move through the lines as quickly as possible.
The Athletics Ticket Office will be on site for fans wishing to buy season tickets.
The Georgia Southern football team opens the 2015 season on Sept. 5 on the road against West Virginia. The team's home opener is Saturday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. against Western Michigan.
Georgia Southern won the 2014 Sun Belt title in its first season in the league, finishing 8-0 in the conference and 9-3 overall. The Eagles return 58 lettermen and 13 starters to the 2015 squad, were picked to win the Sun Belt in the league's preseason coaches' poll and are receiving votes in the USA Today Amway Top-25 Coaches Poll.
Fans can purchase 2015 season tickets and select their seats online, by calling 1-800-GSU-WINS or by visiting the ticket office in the Cowart Building adjacent to Paulson Stadium (203 Lanier Drive). Ticket office hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Season tickets prices start as low as $75 for all six games. Season ticket sales have exceeded last year's total and are expected to reach an all-time high.
Meet the Eagles Fan Fest FAQs
Where do I park?
Parking is open and free in the tailgate lot of Paulson Stadium.
How much is admission?
Meet the Eagles Fan Fest is a free event!
Where do I enter the field?
Fans can enter Paulson Stadium though gate 12, which is on the west side of the stadium in the northwest corner.
What time do gates open?
Gates for Meet the Eagles Fan Fest will open at 8 a.m. with the football scrimmage starting at 9 a.m.
What is the format of the event?
Members of the GS football, men's soccer, women's soccer and volleyball teams will be available for autographs on the north concourse starting at approximately 11 a.m. Single-file lines will shuttle fans through each station.
How many and what type of items may I have signed?
Athletics will provide free posters to be signed by the football student-athletes and coaches. However, outside items are allowed. Sharpies will be provided to the student-athletes and coaches.
Can I take pictures with the student-athletes and coaches?
No posed photography will be permitted.
Where are the restrooms located?
Restrooms are located on the north concourse.
Will the concession stands be open?
Yes!
Will I be able to purchase Georgia Southern merchandise?
Yes. The Adidas Store will be on site with select merchandise.
Will I be able to purchase Georgia Southern football tickets?
Yes. The Georgia Southern Athletics Ticket Office will be operating on the north concourse.
Will GUS be present?
Yes. GUS will be in attendance for pictures.
Will there be water fountains?
Water fountains are located along the north concourse.
What time does Meet the Eagles Fan Fest end?
The event will end promptly at noon to allow for the student-athletes to continue with other scheduled team activities.
Will the event still proceed if it rains?
Yes. Meet the Eagles Fan Fest will go on rain or shine.
