Fan Fest Set for Saturday
8/10/2021 4:05:00 PM | Football
Eagle Nation encouraged to come out and meet the football squad
STATESBORO - The annual Georgia Southern Football Fan Fest returns to Allen E. Paulson Stadium this Saturday, Aug. 14. Gates will open at 9 a.m. and the football team will hold an open scrimmage at 9:30 a.m., followed by an autograph session with the team. The public is invited to the scrimmage and fans will be allowed to come on the field when the scrimmage is over. Gates 5, 8, and 12 of the stadium will be the only entrances to Paulson Stadium and fans may sit throughout the stadium. No registration is needed for either event.
It's never too late to get in the spirit of tailgating -- the tailgate lot will be open for all fans to set up their tents, RVs, grills and flags before the fan fest. All fans are encouraged to come out and celebrate the upcoming football season with their fellow members of Eagle Nation. Trash cans will be available for trash and the bathrooms inside Eagle Field (soccer & track complex) will be available for fans to use.
The athletics department will open the Field of Dreams during the scrimmage with footballs available for kids to play with and inflatables to enjoy. CORE Credit Union will have a photo booth with fun props, cheerleaders and GUS on the North Concourse during the scrimmage. Concessions will be available during the scrimmage with drinks and snacks.
Fans will be allowed to get autographs from their favorite football players and head coach Chad Lunsford at the festival. Fans may bring in outside items to be signed and football autograph cards will be provided free of charge to those who wish to get one signed. Photos may be taken, but selfies and posed photographs that hold up the line will not be permitted so that everyone can get their items signed in the allotted time. Erk Russell Fund Donors will be given early access to grab autographs before the public.
The Fan Fest is free and open to fans of all ages. Parking is also free. Kiosks will be set up inside the stadium for ticketing, donations, and general inquiries. Fans may purchase tickets at the event including football season, single-game, and mini plan tickets, plus volleyball tickets or purchase them online at GSEagles.com/Tickets. Fans may also join the Erk Russell Fund. Membership starts at just $60/year or $5/month online at Give.GSEagles.com. Additionally, Junior Eagle Club memberships will be available to purchase for any little Eagles ages 4-12. Junior Eagle Club members receive exclusive benefits throughout the year including a T-shirt and free admission to select home games. Click here for more information and to purchase memberships now.
Fans are encouraged to download the GATA Rewards App on their mobile device. Earn points for checking in to athletic events and redeem for rewards throughout the year. The GATA Rewards App also contains schedules, game day information, and soon rosters!
The Women's Football Clinic presented by Optim Sports Medicine in association with the Southern Exchange Company is coming soon on Aug. 27 at Paulson Stadium! All ladies of Eagle Nation who are 18+ are invited to attend. Spots are limited so be sure to register now at GSEagles.com/WFBC.
The BBQ Cook-Off, which was originally scheduled for the Spring Game weekend, but had to be moved due to weather, will not be held.
Georgia Southern opens the season on Sept. 4 at home against Gardner-Webb at 6 p.m.
It's never too late to get in the spirit of tailgating -- the tailgate lot will be open for all fans to set up their tents, RVs, grills and flags before the fan fest. All fans are encouraged to come out and celebrate the upcoming football season with their fellow members of Eagle Nation. Trash cans will be available for trash and the bathrooms inside Eagle Field (soccer & track complex) will be available for fans to use.
The athletics department will open the Field of Dreams during the scrimmage with footballs available for kids to play with and inflatables to enjoy. CORE Credit Union will have a photo booth with fun props, cheerleaders and GUS on the North Concourse during the scrimmage. Concessions will be available during the scrimmage with drinks and snacks.
Fans will be allowed to get autographs from their favorite football players and head coach Chad Lunsford at the festival. Fans may bring in outside items to be signed and football autograph cards will be provided free of charge to those who wish to get one signed. Photos may be taken, but selfies and posed photographs that hold up the line will not be permitted so that everyone can get their items signed in the allotted time. Erk Russell Fund Donors will be given early access to grab autographs before the public.
The Fan Fest is free and open to fans of all ages. Parking is also free. Kiosks will be set up inside the stadium for ticketing, donations, and general inquiries. Fans may purchase tickets at the event including football season, single-game, and mini plan tickets, plus volleyball tickets or purchase them online at GSEagles.com/Tickets. Fans may also join the Erk Russell Fund. Membership starts at just $60/year or $5/month online at Give.GSEagles.com. Additionally, Junior Eagle Club memberships will be available to purchase for any little Eagles ages 4-12. Junior Eagle Club members receive exclusive benefits throughout the year including a T-shirt and free admission to select home games. Click here for more information and to purchase memberships now.
Fans are encouraged to download the GATA Rewards App on their mobile device. Earn points for checking in to athletic events and redeem for rewards throughout the year. The GATA Rewards App also contains schedules, game day information, and soon rosters!
The Women's Football Clinic presented by Optim Sports Medicine in association with the Southern Exchange Company is coming soon on Aug. 27 at Paulson Stadium! All ladies of Eagle Nation who are 18+ are invited to attend. Spots are limited so be sure to register now at GSEagles.com/WFBC.
The BBQ Cook-Off, which was originally scheduled for the Spring Game weekend, but had to be moved due to weather, will not be held.
Georgia Southern opens the season on Sept. 4 at home against Gardner-Webb at 6 p.m.
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