Troy University Athletics
Troy Football Need to Know, Gameday at The Vet – Battle for the Belt
10/31/2023 12:32:00 PM | Football
TROY, Ala. -- Football is back at The Vet on Saturday when Troy hosts South Alabama on Thursday at The Vet; kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m.
Troy Athletics is excited to announce new items that will take place surrounding gameday this season at The Vet and reminders of some returning items that will help make your gameday experience the best it can be.
Visit TroyTrojans.com/Gameday before each visit to campus to see the latest information on parking, traffic flow and tickets for each of Troy's home games.
Ticket Sales / Will Call / Gate Information
Tickets will be sold on gameday at the following locations:
Main Ticket Office (Tine Davis Fieldhouse) - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Gate One - 3 p.m. until halftime
Will call is located at Gate One of The Vet; will call will be open from 3 p.m. until halftime.
All gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff, while the Stadium Club and Suites open two hours prior to kickoff.
Ticket Specials
Defend The Vet Package
50-Pack
$250 includes 50 general admission tickets for the South Alabama game, 50 general admission tickets for the Louisiana game (11/18) and a donation of 50 Community Hero tickets for the Military Appreciation Game (Louisiana)
100-Pack
$400 includes 100 general admission tickets for the South Alabama game, 100 general admission tickets for the Louisiana game (11/18) and a donation of 100 Community Hero Tickets for the Military Appreciation Game (Louisiana)
334 Night Ticket Special
Anyone with a 334 area code phone number can take advantage of our $33.40 ticket packages to Defend the Vet vs. South Alabama. Fans can visit TroyTrojans.com/334Nightand use promo code 334.
Reserved Tickets – 2 Reserved Tickets for $33.40 (Regular Price, $52)
General Admission Tickets – 4 GA Tickets for $33.40 (Regular Price, $72)
Student Guest Tickets
Troy University students can take advantage of a $5 student guest ticket as part of an early bird special. These tickets are available for a limited time only and must be purchased through the Troy Athletics Ticket Office.
Troy students can log into their student account online at TroyTrojans.com/StudentTickets (up until kickoff) or contact the Troy Athletics Ticket Office at 334-670-3681. Please have your student ID number with you while making your purchase.
Carlton Martial Day at The Vet
The NCAA's all-time leading tackler, Carlton Martial, will be honored with a day of his own on Thursday.
The first 5,770 fans at The Vet that evening, in honor of his 577 career tackles, will receive a commemorative Carlton Martial poster, and fans will be able to purchase a Carlton Martial replica jersey through Athlete's Thread leading up to the game.
Martial will lead the team through Trojan Walk at 4:15 p.m. and serve as the honorary captain for the coin toss before the game. Immediately following Trojan Walk, Martial will have a meet-and-greet with fans in Tailgate Terrace from 4:30-5:15 p.m., signing autographs for fans, including the commemorative poster.
Additionally, the celebration will include an Kickoff Burger available at concessions featuring two patties, All-American sauce, grilled onions, cheese and bacon, thanks to Martial's collaboration.
Fourth Quarter Fireworks
Fans will be treated to a special fireworks show in conjunction with the Fourth Quarter, Our Quarter video.
Four Quarter Party
Pregame
Troy Athletics is hosting a tailgate for Troy University Students on Tailgate Terrace from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Complimentary food and drinks will be provided for all students while supplies last.
First Quarter
Student Giveaway provided to all Troy University students as they enter the gates for the game. Students will be joined in the student section by several head coaches, including men's basketball's Scott Cross, baseball's Skylar Meade and softball's Eric Newell.
Second Quarter
Students will be able to submit their song choices to be played throughout the second quarter of the game (and throughout additional parts of the game as well).
Third Quarter
Free hot dogs provided to students while supplies last in the student section.
Fourth Quarter
Energy drinks provided to students while supplies last in the Troy Student Section
Mobile Ticketing
Mobile ticketing and parking remain an option for fans to use on gameday.
Ticket purchasers can manage their tickets on their smartphones by visiting TroyTrojans.com/tickets and logging into their account. It is strongly encouraged that all fans download their tickets before game day. Just prior to reaching the gates, fans will simply open their digital wallet on their smartphone, select their game tickets or parking passes, and hold their smartphone near the scanner.
Parking
All on-campus parking is reserved for members of the Trojan Warrior Club. Lots are assigned based on the level of annual philanthropic donations to the Trojan Warrior Club. To find out more about parking, please contact Gary Wilbert (gwilbert@troy.edu) or Walker Sandlin (bsandlin@troy.edu).
Single-game parking is available for purchase in Lot 5 for $30 per game by visiting TroyTrojans.com/FBTickets.
Handicap parking is located in the Troy University Rec Center Parking Lot; fans needing access to this lot must have a valid state-issued handicap tag and access the lot via John M. Long Drive.
Traffic Information
George Wallace Drive will CLOSE two (2) hours prior to kickoff until one (1) hour after the completion of the game from International Blvd. (traffic light at Charles Henderson High School) to Johnny Long Drive.
Fans with access to the National Guard Armory Lot and North End Zone Lot will be granted access to those lots within the two-hour closure with the proper parking pass. ALL traffic to those lots MUST enter from the north end of George Wallace Drive – from Downtown/Elm Street, not Highway 231.
Guardian Credit Union Fan Zone
Located outside The Vet in the South end of the stadium and behind the outfield wall, the Guardian Credit Union Fan Zone (Tailgate Terrace) is the central hub for fans on gamedays.
Troy Athletics Kids Zone Presented by Troy Pediatric Clinic and Collegiate Health
The Troy Kids Zone opens at 3:30 p.m. in the Riddle-Pace Field outfield. Children of all ages are invited to take part in the fun with free inflatables until 5:30 p.m. A pair of Troy branded inflatables return to the Kids Zone for the kids to play on with a Troy bounce house and a Troy football/soccer interactive game.
The Troy Baseball and Softball teams will be on hand in the Kids Zone prior to the game to interact with all children in attendance. Several stations will be set up throughout the infield and outfield of Riddle-Pace Field for interactive games with the teams as well as several inflatables in the outfield.
Troy Athletics App Presented by Premier Dodge
Fans are encouraged to download the Troy Athletics App to stay up to date on the latest information on Troy Athletics and gameday happenings. Search Troy Athletics on the Apple and Google Play app stores.
Food Trucks
Food trucks return to The Vet and will be located along University Avenue around Tailgate Terrace. Fans will be able to sample from various food trucks.
Horn Beverage Tailgate Terrace Concert Series
Troy's popular Horn Beverage Tailgate Concert Series returns for the 2023 season with an exciting lineup for each of the Trojans' six home games at The Vet. The free concert will take place each week in Tailgate Terrace three hours before kickoff.
• Band: 12Eleven
• Performance Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
About: The group was formed when four college students at Troy University came together under the name of 12Eleven. They focus on rock, blues and country with a mix of soulful R&B and rap. Their versatility entertains crowds of all ages as they play throughout the area and the Florida Panhandle.
Youth Sports Day
Troy Athletics is inviting all youth sports teams to spend a night at The Vet. All participants can purchase a general admission ticket for $5 and enjoy pregame experiences such as field access for photo opportunities and a high-five tunnel at Trojan Walk. There will be in-game video board recognition, as well as chances to get on the video board throughout the game.
Tickets can be purchased by visiting TroyTrojans.com/YouthSportsDay or by contacting jlhowell@troy.edu or 334-808-6746.
Troy Pregame Runout
Troy's entrance to the field before the features flames, 30-foot silver gerb mines, red comets towering 140 feet and 75-foot silver glitter mines, as well as 150-foot red and silver mines shot from atop the scoreboard as the Trojans take the field, in addition to Troy branded CO2 smoke blasts.
Parade of Flags
Prior to kickoff, the Office of International Programs, along with the Sound of the South, will have the annual Parade of Flags take place. Troy University Students will proudly display flags from the 47 countries represented by the students that attend Troy from around the world.
Stadium Store
The Barnes & Noble Troy University Bookstore will have two Stadium Store locations around The Vet on gameday. Before the game, a store will be set up in Tailgate Terrace for fans to purchase the latest Troy gear and once the gates to the stadium open, fans will be able to purchase gear at the Stadium Store located on the West Concourse (Press Box side).
Concessions
In addition to the standard concession items, Sodexo will offer specialty items at different locations throughout The Vet – Funnel Cakes, Dippin' Dots, Chick-fil-A, Domino's Pizza, Snobiz Snow Cones, Melia's Cupcakes, Conecuh Dogs & Two Brothers Ice Cream.
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcohol is sold within the venue. Only those who are of age and have proper identification are permitted to purchase alcohol. No outside alcohol is permitted. Beer will be available to purchase at four locations throughout Veterans Memorial Stadium.
Upon providing proper identification at the point of sale, a band will be placed on the customer's wrist, identifying that the individual is of legal drinking age. Customers are permitted to purchase no more than two beers at a time. Beer sales will be halted at the end of the third quarter.
Sodexo Food Services, law enforcement personnel and game management officials reserve the right to refuse the sale of alcohol to anyone.
Trojan Walk
Troy's traditional pre-game march into Veterans Memorial Stadium, Trojan Walk, sponsored by Harley Davidson of Dothan, 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 4:15 p.m. The Troy buses will be led to Trojan Walk by a Troy branded Harley Davidson motorcycle. As part of Carlton Martial Day at The Vet, the NCAA's career tackles record holder will lead Trojan Walk and then hold a meet and greet with fans in Tailgate Terrace.
Water Monsters
Two Water Monsters, sponsored by Stone Cold Heating & Air, featuring 150-gallon tanks of cold filtered water, will be located on the South Concourse to assist fans in staying cool and hydrated. Fans are permitted to bring empty, non-glass, bottles/cups inside to fill up at the various water stations and/or one (1) sealed bottle of water or empty plastic drink container that does not exceed 20oz to be used at these locations.
Alabama Department of Public Health Stations
The Alabama Department of Public Health will have free sunscreen stations located throughout the concourse of The Vet in addition to a hand sanitizer in the Stadium Club.
Beer Garden
Sponsored by Horn Beverage, Troy fans who are of age can enjoy a beer garden in Tailgate Terrace from 3 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. All drinks purchased in the beer garden must remain in the marked area and all guests must be at least 21 years old to enter.
Shuttles
Transportation Services sponsors game day shuttles from the local motels to Veterans Memorial Stadium for all home football games.
Shuttles are available three (3) hours before kickoff. The shuttle will run this route continuously, approximately every fifteen minutes until kickoff. Return service to the motels will begin immediately following the game and will run continuously for one (1) hour following the game.
Drop off and pick up for the shuttle service at the stadium will be directly in front of the Alumni House on Highland Avenue. Pickup downtown is located on the Troy Square.
There is no cost for the shuttle, provided you ride from the motel to the stadium. Drivers will issue a coupon to each rider for the return trip to the motel.
Printed Game Day Shuttle information is available at all motels in the Troy area and can be obtained by asking the hotel attendant for the brochure.
Troy Sports Media Network Pregame Show
The Troy Sports Media Crew, led by "Voice of the Trojans" Barry McKnight, will be on location in Tailgate Terrace behind the Riddle-Pace Field batter's eye for the radio pregame show sponsored by Harley Davidson of Dothan beginning at 4:30 p.m. to preview the game on the full Troy Sports Media Network.
Tailgating
Tailgating on Troy's campus is encouraged by all fans. The central hub for tailgating on gameday is Tailgate Terrace behind the outfield wall of Riddle-Pace Field and the South entrance to The Vet. Each game will feature a pregame concert, food trucks and a Kids Fun Zone, all within the vicinity of Tailgate Terrace.
RV parking will be allowed with the appropriate parking pass and will remain at the Trojan Arena parking lot. Fans can contact the Troy Ticket Office, 334-670-3481, to purchase a spot.
Tents on Tailgate Terrace are SOLD OUT out for the 2023 season. Please contact Stephen Brown, rsbrown@troy.edu, to be placed on a waiting list if additional inventory becomes available.
In-Game Promotions
• Half Shell Gift Card for the Half Shell Oyster Shuffle
• Troy Pediatric Clinic and Collegiate Health Kid's Club Correspondent
• Montgomery Regional Airport Gift Card
• Conecuh T-shirt Cannon
• Durden Famous Debates
• Guardian Credit Union Cash Grab
• ALFA Community Hero of the Game
• ALDOT Drive of the Game
• Premiere Dodge Jeep give-a-way if Troy returns the opening kickoff of the first or second half for a touchdown – 2023 Ram 1500 Crew
• Vance Law Firm Made Field Goal T-Shirt Toss
• Publix Gift Card to a Fan for the Tailgate of the Game
• Vance Law Firm Made Field Goal T-Shirt Toss
Game Recognitions
• ALDOT Drive Safe Alabama Game Ball
• T-Roy's Kids Club Member of the Game
• Troy Animal Clinic Pet Pal of the Game
• Children's of Alabama Jr. Captain of the Game
• Guardian Student of the Game
• Troy Bank & Trust Small Business of the Game
• Troy Baseball & Softball Teams
• Battle for the Belt
• Carlton Martial Day
Players Mentioned
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