Troy Fanapalooza Returns for Season Opener; Postgame Fireworks & Both Schools’ Bands Performing

TROY, Ala. – Troy's annual Fanapalooza celebration returns in 2021 and will make an earlier debut at the season opener against Southern on Sept. 4 at The Vet. The expanded Fanapalooza offerings include prizes throughout the game, fireworks, food trucks, band performances by both the Sound of the South and the Human Jukebox and more.

Single-game and season tickets are available for the 2021 season by visiting TroyTrojans.com/tickets or by calling 877-878-WINS (9467). Season tickets start as low as $60 for general admission seats and single-game prices begin at just $15.

Dual-Band Performances
Fans will be treated to a double-shot of band performances at the home opener, with a pair of world-renowned marching bands putting on halftime performances. Troy's Sound of the South Marching Band, under the direction of Mark Walker, will perform on the field both pregame and at halftime. In addition, Southern's Human Jukebox and Dancing Dolls will also be in attendance for the game and perform at halftime.

Postgame Fireworks
Fans will want to be sure to stick around for the entire game as a postgame fireworks spectacular will light up the sky around Veterans Memorial Stadium in conjunction with the Sound of the South's postgame performance.

Fan Prizes
Troy Athletics and its corporate partners will be giving out prizes to lucky fans throughout the game. Included in the give-a-ways is a chance to win a 2021 Dodge Ram1500 from Premier Dodge, food from Momma Goldburg's, Half Shell and Wintzell's, gift cards to Publix and cash from Guardian Credit Union. Additionally, free airfare from the Montgomery Regional Airport, a Conecuh Sausage prize pack and a $500 Troy University book scholarship will be given away.

Food Trucks
Food trucks return to The Vet for the home opener and will be located along University Avenue around Tailgate Terrace. Fans will be able to sample from various food trucks, including Dickie's BBQ, Frio Gourmet Popsicles and J's Desserts.

Student Guest Tickets
Currently enrolled Troy students can purchase $1 student guest tickets until Friday, Aug. 20. Students can buy two guest tickets per ID for the game. Students must come to the ticket office in Tine Davis Fieldhouse to purchase the student guest tickets.

Kids Zone
The Troy Kids Zone returns to the outfield of Riddle-Pace Field, beginning at 2 p.m. and running through 5:30 p.m. This year, new to the Kids Zone will be a pair of Troy inflatables for the kids to play on with a Troy bounce house and a Troy football/soccer interactive game.

Tailgate Terrace Concert Series
Troy's popular Football Tailgate Concert Series returns for the 2021 season with an exciting lineup for each of the Trojans' six home games at The Vet. The free concerts will take place each week in Tailgate Terrace three hours before kickoff.

Country duo The Springs is taking the stage on Sept. 4 before the home opener against Southern. The Springs have amassed more than one million streams across platforms and opening for stars like Florida Georgia Line, Kelly Clarkson, Reba, Little Big Town, Eric Church, Alan Jackson, and many more. In addition, they have made regular appearances at CMA Music Festival; charted on the Billboard Country Chart with their latest release, "Old Fashioned," hitting #33; and their albums have landed on top 10 lists on iTunes, Google Play and Amazon Music.

Extra Yard for Teachers Appreciation Game
Troy Athletics would like to show its appreciation for local educators by offering specially priced game tickets to all elementary, middle, and high school teachers to attend the game against Southern. All teachers are eligible to purchase a $10 ticket for the game by visiting TroyTrojans.com/Teachers.

Youth Cheer Clinic
The first of two Youth Cheer Clinics will occur before the game against Southern, with participants receiving instruction from Troy's national championship cheerleading squad. The clinic is open to all children ages 5-12 and the cost is just $30 for one clinic or $50 if signing up for both clinics – the second clinic is scheduled for Nov. 13 (Louisiana).

In addition to instruction from the Troy Cheerleaders, participants will take part in an in-stadium performance during the game and join the Troy Cheerleaders at Trojan Walk.

A game ticket is required for entry to the stadium; they are available at a discounted rate by visiting TroyTrojans.com/YouthCheerClinic.

Troy Athletics Letterwinner Day
Letterwinners from all of Troy's athletics programs are encouraged to make their way back to campus for the game, and each former letterwinner will have the opportunity to request up to four (4) complimentary tickets to the football game. Additionally, a pregame tailgate party will be held in Tailgate Terrace from 3-5 p.m. for the returning letterwinners before the 6 p.m. kickoff.

The day's activities are provided at no cost to the returning letterwinners and culminate with a special in-game recognition as the Trojans take on the Jaguars.

Letterwinners are asked to RSVP to Sarah Welch via email at swelch@troy.edu or by phone at 334-670-3480. Please indicate your sport and the years lettered when RSVPing for this event.

JUCO Day
Troy Athletics is partnering with two-year institutions in the surrounding areas to offer its faculty and staff discounted general admission tickets for the Southern game. To take part in this special offer, visit TroyTrojans.com/JUCO.

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Troy Fanapalooza Returns for Season Opener; Postgame Fireworks & Both Schools’ Bands Performing

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