Troy Athletics Announces Military Appreciation Details for Football vs. Army

TROY, Ala. – Troy Football returns to The Vet on Saturday, Nov. 12, for a pivotal home game against Army West Point. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. between the Trojans and Black Knights and will mark the first meeting between the two programs. This game will serve as Troy University's annual Military Appreciation Game as we honor the men and women of our nation's military.

Highlights for the game include a pregame flyover featuring four helicopters from Fort Rucker. The flyover will occur in conjunction with the National Anthem performed by the Sound of the South. Additionally, an American Flag that stretches the length of the football field will be on display during the National Anthem. Cadets from Officer Training School at Maxwell Air Force Base will assist with handling the giant American Flag for this presentation.

Upon entry, all fans in attendance will receive a Patriotic Power T sticker to show their Trojan Pride and support for our nation's military. Additionally, there will be 4,000 rally towels provided in the student section courtesy of Premier Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Troy Athletics. Troy University students will also have the opportunity to win several prizes throughout the game.

As previously announced, fans may help purchase tickets that will be donated to be used by local military bases and veterans. These tickets are $15 each, and every ticket purchased will be matched by Troy Athletics. Tickets to be donated to members of the military may be purchased by visiting TroyTrojans.com/MilitaryTickets or by calling the Troy Ticket Office at (334) 670-3681. Additionally, veterans may request tickets to the game by visiting VetTix.org.

Several individuals will be sworn into the different military branches in a special ceremony before the game. In addition, fans on campus before the game will also be able to interact with static displays of military vehicles provided by Fort Rucker. These military vehicles will include helicopters and other items for fans of all ages to experience and take photos with.

POPulus will be the featured concert in Tailgate Terrace before the game. This student organization will perform beginning at 11:30 a.m. and will conclude their free concert at 1:30 p.m. Following Trojan Walk, which will start at 12:15 p.m., POPulus will perform a set of three patriotic songs to celebrate our nation's military.

During halftime of the game, all veterans and active duty members are invited to participate in the annual March of Heroes. Fireworks will accompany this celebration as the Sound of the South performs each branch's song. Throughout the game, there will also be several presentations honoring the men and women of our nation's military, including the annual laying of the wreath by the entrance of Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Tickets for the game are available for purchase and start at $15 for general admission tickets. Tickets may be purchased by contacting the Troy Ticket Office at (334) 670-3681 or visiting TroyTrojans.com/Tickets.

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Troy Athletics Announces Military Appreciation Details for Football vs. Army

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