Saturday’s Spring Game Set For Paulson Stadium
4/9/2018 10:00:00 AM | Football
Gates open at noon and the action begins at 1 p.m.
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STATESBORO, Ga. – An autograph session, a fraternity flag football game and the popular Punt, Pass and Kick Competition highlight the activities surrounding the Blue vs. White Spring Football Game presented by Core Credit Union this Saturday, April 14 at Paulson Stadium. Here are a few things you need to know to get you through the day:
• Admission and parking are free, gates open at noon, and the scrimmage kicks off at 1 p.m. The team will enter the field and begin stretching at approximately 12:40 p.m. Fans can enter through Gate 12 at the west end of the stadium near the main parking lot behind Bishop Field House, or through Gate 5 by the Cowart Building. The lower portion of north side of the stadium will be the only area open for seating in the stadium to the general public. Concessions will be open throughout the game plus a Georgia Southern Merchandise tent will be open for fans to purchase the latest gear. The Southern Pride Marching Band, cheerleaders and GUS will be also be in attendance adding to excitement of the day.
• Fans may enjoy a free photo booth courtesy of CORE Credit Union, a proud sponsor of Georgia Southern Athletics. The photo booth will be located on the north concourse of the stadium.
• Fans will also have the opportunity to purchase season tickets at the Athletic Ticketing kiosk on the north concourse. Fans can purchase season tickets, which start as low as $75.
• Georgia Southern Inflatables will also be available on the Field of Dreams. Kids can race through one of two obstacle courses. They can improve their quarterback skills on the football toss game, too.
• Back this year, a pair of fraternities will take the field at halftime for flag football contests. All students are encouraged to come out and support their friends.
• Back by popular demand is the Punt, Pass and Kick Competition. Little Eagles (boys and girls) will have an opportunity to showcase their football skills on the field before the game. The cost to compete is $5.00 and every child will receive a T-shirt and mini football and the winners receive their very own trophy. Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the stadium and the contest will begin at 9:30 a.m. For complete information, competition rules, and to pre-register click here.
• Following the Spring Game, all fans are encouraged to stick around for a 45-minute autograph session with the players and head coach Chad Lunsford. Fans can grab an autograph card to get signed, or bring their own items to have autographed. See rules and regulations here.
Weekend Events
• Punt, Pass and Kick Competition – Saturday, April 14 at 9:30 a.m. | Paulson Stadium
• Blue-White Spring Football Game presented by Core Credit Union – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m.
• Softball vs. UTA – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m. (DH) | Eagle Field
• Women's Tennis vs. Arkansas State – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m. | Wallis Tennis Center
• EFAA's $10,000 Reverse Raffle & Auction – Saturday, April 14 at 5 p.m. | Natural Resources Building, Ogeechee Technical College
• Softball vs. UTA – Sunday, April 15 at 1 p.m. | Eagle Field
STATESBORO, Ga. – An autograph session, a fraternity flag football game and the popular Punt, Pass and Kick Competition highlight the activities surrounding the Blue vs. White Spring Football Game presented by Core Credit Union this Saturday, April 14 at Paulson Stadium. Here are a few things you need to know to get you through the day:
• Admission and parking are free, gates open at noon, and the scrimmage kicks off at 1 p.m. The team will enter the field and begin stretching at approximately 12:40 p.m. Fans can enter through Gate 12 at the west end of the stadium near the main parking lot behind Bishop Field House, or through Gate 5 by the Cowart Building. The lower portion of north side of the stadium will be the only area open for seating in the stadium to the general public. Concessions will be open throughout the game plus a Georgia Southern Merchandise tent will be open for fans to purchase the latest gear. The Southern Pride Marching Band, cheerleaders and GUS will be also be in attendance adding to excitement of the day.
• Fans may enjoy a free photo booth courtesy of CORE Credit Union, a proud sponsor of Georgia Southern Athletics. The photo booth will be located on the north concourse of the stadium.
• Fans will also have the opportunity to purchase season tickets at the Athletic Ticketing kiosk on the north concourse. Fans can purchase season tickets, which start as low as $75.
• Georgia Southern Inflatables will also be available on the Field of Dreams. Kids can race through one of two obstacle courses. They can improve their quarterback skills on the football toss game, too.
• Back this year, a pair of fraternities will take the field at halftime for flag football contests. All students are encouraged to come out and support their friends.
• Back by popular demand is the Punt, Pass and Kick Competition. Little Eagles (boys and girls) will have an opportunity to showcase their football skills on the field before the game. The cost to compete is $5.00 and every child will receive a T-shirt and mini football and the winners receive their very own trophy. Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the stadium and the contest will begin at 9:30 a.m. For complete information, competition rules, and to pre-register click here.
• Following the Spring Game, all fans are encouraged to stick around for a 45-minute autograph session with the players and head coach Chad Lunsford. Fans can grab an autograph card to get signed, or bring their own items to have autographed. See rules and regulations here.
Weekend Events
• Punt, Pass and Kick Competition – Saturday, April 14 at 9:30 a.m. | Paulson Stadium
• Blue-White Spring Football Game presented by Core Credit Union – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m.
• Softball vs. UTA – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m. (DH) | Eagle Field
• Women's Tennis vs. Arkansas State – Saturday, April 14 at 1 p.m. | Wallis Tennis Center
• EFAA's $10,000 Reverse Raffle & Auction – Saturday, April 14 at 5 p.m. | Natural Resources Building, Ogeechee Technical College
• Softball vs. UTA – Sunday, April 15 at 1 p.m. | Eagle Field
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