Football has many promotions

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State athletic department is set to play host to five games at Stambaugh Stadium this fall. This year’s promotional schedule features two State Farm Kids’ Tailgate Fun Days, two BJ Alan Phantom Fireworks Shows, Homecoming 2009 and Senior Day.

“We’re excited about presenting a full-day of activities for fans at Stambaugh Stadium each Saturday this fall,” said Rick Love, YSU’s associate athletic director.

YSU will host Kids’ Tailgate Fun Days, presented by State Farm Insurance, on Sept. 12 (the home opener) and Oct. 3 (the conference home opener). The events will take place three hours prior to kickoff in the M-7 tailgate lot on Fifth Avenue, adjacent to Stambaugh Stadium. Kids’ Tailgate Fun Days are free and open to children and adults of all ages. Tailgate activities will include bounce-a-round games, football, basketball and other skill games, clowns, face painting, Pete & Penny and free ticket giveaways.

Area school and youth group leaders may contact the YSU athletic marketing office at (330) 941-7227 about complimentary game tickets for both events.

BJ Alan Phantom Fireworks will provide post-game fireworks following the Oct. 10 game against Western Illinois and the homecoming game on Oct. 31 against South Dakota State.

There are numerous fan give-aways planned for the season including the annual Senior Poster, schedule magnets, YSU mouse pads, stadium cups, Pete the Penguin commemorative posters and team pictures.

In addition to the giveaways, there will be several ticket promotions throughout the fall. The first game will feature “Kick-Off ‘09” with a $5 ticket for all reserved or general admission seats. Fans can receive a free ticket offer for the homecoming game with their Giant Eagle Advantage Card.

Season, individual game and group tickets for all five home games are available during normal business hours or by calling (330) 941-1YSU.

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