Troy University Athletics
Need to Know – Troy Football Gameday at The Vet; Texas State Game
11/14/2018 2:39:00 PM | Football
TROY, Ala. – Gameday is back at The Vet and fans have even more to be excited about in and around the stadium as the defending Sun Belt Champions are back for another season.
Fans are encouraged to visit TroyTrojans.com/Gameday prior to each visit to campus to see the latest information on parking, traffic flow and tickets for each of Troy's home games.
Senior Day
Troy will honor its 14 seniors in a special ceremony prior to kickoff beginning at approximately 1:55 p.m.
Senior Day Ticket Special
Troy Athletics is offering a special Senior Day ticket deal with reserved seats in sections 103, 105 and 107 set at $10. Visit TroyTrojans.com/tickets to purchase your tickets in advance; tickets must be purchased by 5 p.m. on Friday.
Troy Student Appreciation Day
Troy University students are eligible to receive two complimentary student guest tickets for the game. Tickets must be picked up from the ticket office in Trojan Arena by 5 p.m. on Friday and a valid student ID is required. Non-Troy campus students can call 334-670-3681 to reserve their guest tickets.
Prizes will be given out throughout the game to Troy students and the first 500 students through the gates will receive a Troy t-shirt courtesy of Guardian Credit Union.
Season Ticket Holder Appreciation Day
Season ticket holders may request two complimentary general admission tickets by emailing athletic-tickets@troy.edu by 5 p.m. on Friday. Also, prizes will be awarded to season ticket holders throughout the game.
Men's Basketball Hosts Southern Miss
The Troy men's basketball returns to Trojan Arena to play host to Southern Miss on Thursday at 6 p.m. and general admission tickets are just $5.
Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies
The Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies opens at 10:30 a.m. and is located in the outfield of Riddle-Pace Field. Children of all ages are invited to take part in the fun with free inflatables until 2 p.m. Additionally, all members of T-Roy's Team will also be able to check in and receive their membership packets and t-shirts.
Trojan Walk
Troy's traditional pre-game march into Veterans Memorial Stadium, Trojan Walk, will begin at the intersection of University Avenue and George Wallace Drive. The Trojans will walk through the brick portal into Tailgate Terrace before entering the stadium at Gate 1. Trojan Walk will begin at 12:15 p.m. for the Texas State game.
Ag Day
Tractors will be setup near the Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies for children to enjoy. Winners of the Pike County Farm City Poster competition will be honored during the game.
Sound of the South Alumni Band Day
All returning Alumni Band members will perform with the Sound of the South during halftime.
Troy Sports Radio Network Pregame Show
"Voice of the Trojans" Barry McKnight, game analyst Jerry Miller and sideline reporter Chris Blackshear will be on the air beginning at 12:30 p.m. to preview the game on the full Troy Sports Radio Network.
Tailgating with the Trojans
Troy's "Tailgating with the Trojans" show is back for a second season. Hosted by Troy University graduate Melanie Newman. The show will be released following every home game via Troy's social media accounts and will highlight all of the great tailgating that takes place during Troy football games.
In-Game Host
Troy University graduate Melanie Newman will serve as the in-game host. Newman currently serves as a radio broadcaster for the Texas Rangers AA affiliate and has experience working with Major League Baseball, the Arizona Fall League, the Mobile BayBears and the ACC Network.
Hurricane Michael First Responders Honored
First responders who assisted with Hurricane Michael relief efforts will be honored during the first and second quarter break. Those who fit this description should meet in the southwest corner of the Vet by the Troy cheerleaders with seven minutes remaining in the first quarter.
In-Game Promotions
• Premiere Dodge Truck Give-A-Way if Troy returns the opening kickoff of the first or second half for a touchdown
• Pike County Ford 45-yard field goal for $5,000
• CookOut free Coke Floats to lucky row in the Troy Student Section
• Dairy Queen Trivia Contest
• Publix gift card to a fan for the Pick of the Game and Tailgate of the Game
• Conecuh Sausage T-shirt Cannon Launch with Premiere Dodge T-Shirts
• Half Shell gift card for the Half Shell Oyster Shuffle
• Premiere Dodge Rapid Fire Football Toss for a free Jeep
• AT&T will be on site in Tailgate Terrace
Specialty Food Items
• Chick-fil-A in The Vet on the concourse level
• Momma Goldberg's Deli at Concession Stand No. 3
• Kona Ice will be in Tailgate Terrace prior to the game
Fans are encouraged to visit TroyTrojans.com/Gameday prior to each visit to campus to see the latest information on parking, traffic flow and tickets for each of Troy's home games.
Senior Day
Troy will honor its 14 seniors in a special ceremony prior to kickoff beginning at approximately 1:55 p.m.
Senior Day Ticket Special
Troy Athletics is offering a special Senior Day ticket deal with reserved seats in sections 103, 105 and 107 set at $10. Visit TroyTrojans.com/tickets to purchase your tickets in advance; tickets must be purchased by 5 p.m. on Friday.
Troy Student Appreciation Day
Troy University students are eligible to receive two complimentary student guest tickets for the game. Tickets must be picked up from the ticket office in Trojan Arena by 5 p.m. on Friday and a valid student ID is required. Non-Troy campus students can call 334-670-3681 to reserve their guest tickets.
Prizes will be given out throughout the game to Troy students and the first 500 students through the gates will receive a Troy t-shirt courtesy of Guardian Credit Union.
Season Ticket Holder Appreciation Day
Season ticket holders may request two complimentary general admission tickets by emailing athletic-tickets@troy.edu by 5 p.m. on Friday. Also, prizes will be awarded to season ticket holders throughout the game.
Men's Basketball Hosts Southern Miss
The Troy men's basketball returns to Trojan Arena to play host to Southern Miss on Thursday at 6 p.m. and general admission tickets are just $5.
Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies
The Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies opens at 10:30 a.m. and is located in the outfield of Riddle-Pace Field. Children of all ages are invited to take part in the fun with free inflatables until 2 p.m. Additionally, all members of T-Roy's Team will also be able to check in and receive their membership packets and t-shirts.
Trojan Walk
Troy's traditional pre-game march into Veterans Memorial Stadium, Trojan Walk, will begin at the intersection of University Avenue and George Wallace Drive. The Trojans will walk through the brick portal into Tailgate Terrace before entering the stadium at Gate 1. Trojan Walk will begin at 12:15 p.m. for the Texas State game.
Ag Day
Tractors will be setup near the Troy Kids Zone Presented by Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies for children to enjoy. Winners of the Pike County Farm City Poster competition will be honored during the game.
Sound of the South Alumni Band Day
All returning Alumni Band members will perform with the Sound of the South during halftime.
Troy Sports Radio Network Pregame Show
"Voice of the Trojans" Barry McKnight, game analyst Jerry Miller and sideline reporter Chris Blackshear will be on the air beginning at 12:30 p.m. to preview the game on the full Troy Sports Radio Network.
Tailgating with the Trojans
Troy's "Tailgating with the Trojans" show is back for a second season. Hosted by Troy University graduate Melanie Newman. The show will be released following every home game via Troy's social media accounts and will highlight all of the great tailgating that takes place during Troy football games.
In-Game Host
Troy University graduate Melanie Newman will serve as the in-game host. Newman currently serves as a radio broadcaster for the Texas Rangers AA affiliate and has experience working with Major League Baseball, the Arizona Fall League, the Mobile BayBears and the ACC Network.
Hurricane Michael First Responders Honored
First responders who assisted with Hurricane Michael relief efforts will be honored during the first and second quarter break. Those who fit this description should meet in the southwest corner of the Vet by the Troy cheerleaders with seven minutes remaining in the first quarter.
In-Game Promotions
• Premiere Dodge Truck Give-A-Way if Troy returns the opening kickoff of the first or second half for a touchdown
• Pike County Ford 45-yard field goal for $5,000
• CookOut free Coke Floats to lucky row in the Troy Student Section
• Dairy Queen Trivia Contest
• Publix gift card to a fan for the Pick of the Game and Tailgate of the Game
• Conecuh Sausage T-shirt Cannon Launch with Premiere Dodge T-Shirts
• Half Shell gift card for the Half Shell Oyster Shuffle
• Premiere Dodge Rapid Fire Football Toss for a free Jeep
• AT&T will be on site in Tailgate Terrace
Specialty Food Items
• Chick-fil-A in The Vet on the concourse level
• Momma Goldberg's Deli at Concession Stand No. 3
• Kona Ice will be in Tailgate Terrace prior to the game
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