Game Notes vs. Bloomsburg

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SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - Shippensburg University will celebrate its 81st annual Homecoming on Saturday from Seth Grove Stadium when the Red Raiders host PSAC Eastern Division opponent Bloomsburg - a team ranked No. 4 in the nation and tied atop the division with West Chester. Kickoff from Seth Grove Stadium is set for 12:35 p.m.

BROADCAST INFORMATION

The game is being broadcast live on Shippensburg University student radio station, WSYC 88.7 FM and on the internet here (radio pre-game starts at 12:20 p.m.). Dan DiVeglio will handle the play-by-play while Andy Malnoske will be the color commentator. The Shippensburg University Television (SUTV) crew will televise the game as well on campus channel 75 and Comcast Cable 21 in Cumberland and Franklin Counties and online here.

Today's game is also being broadcast on the PA SportsFEVER television network. STN is in its second year of broadcasting PSAC football games on a live, weekly basis in 2008 after televising 11 games last season. The network estimates that it will reach 6,733,000 homes across Pennsylvania, Ohio, West  Virginia and Washington D.C.

GAME INFORMATION

The Red Raiders are 48-29-3 on homecoming and 12-6 under Rocky Rees. Saturday's game is the first homecoming contest against an Eastern Division school since 1961 versus East Stroudsburg and the first homecoming game against Bloomsburg since 1950, when the Huskies defeated Vint Rambo's Red Raiders by a 26-6 score. Shippensburg has won five of its last seven homecoming games, including a 56-10 defeat of Lock Haven last season.

Shippensburg (3-5, 2-3 PSAC East) is looking to rebound after a tough road-stretch at Kutztown and West Chester. Last weekend, the Red Raiders held a 7-6 halftime lead over the Golden Rams but could not sustain the momentum in the second half before falling 25-7. The Red Raiders took the lead late in the second quarter

Bloomsburg (8-0, 5-0 PSAC East) is the top seed in the NCAA Super Regional 1, which determines the playoff seeding in each geographical region. In addition, the Huskies are ranked in both the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Division II Coaches' Poll and the D2Football.com Top 25 Media Poll. Last weekend, the Huskies rolled up 538 yards of total offense and ran its third-best in the nation winning streak to 13 with a 43-7 win over Cheyney.

WEATHER ALERT

Many weather outlets are forecasting as many as 2.5 inches of rain to saturate the Cumberland Valley beginning late Friday. The precipitation is expected last through Sunday morning. A high likelihood of thunderstorms is possible. Regardless, Saturday's game will be played as scheduled and begin on time at 12:35 p.m. The only reason for a delay would be in the event of lightning being spotted in the area.

HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES

A full list of homecoming festivities is available at the Shippensburg University Web site here.

UNIVERSITY PICNICKING AND TAILGATING POLICY
 
Shippensburg University recognizes that athletic events are an important component of the University experience. Game day activities also enhance social interaction and build community.  Thus the following guidelines are designed to clarify individual responsibilities so that everyone may enjoy being on campus.
 
Definitions:
• Picnicking involves the consumption of food without any use of alcohol at the event.
• Tailgating within the context of this policy incorporates the use of alcohol in the picnicking activity.
 
General Guidelines:
 
• Tailgating and picnicking are only approved for:  (a) the grass area between Seth Grove Stadium and the practice football fields; (b) the grass area along the access road leading to the stadium; and (c) the commuter parking lot next to the baseball field.  These areas are designated for tailgating or picnics only when there is a home football game.
• It is assumed that tailgating will incorporate food into the activity.  Non-alcoholic beverages must be provided at the event for those who do not wish to consume alcohol.  It is further assumed that alcohol will be used in responsible and lawful ways.
• Tailgating and picnicking are permitted to begin two and one-half (2 ∏) hours before kickoff. 
• Alcohol consumption is prohibited during the game with the exception of the halftime.  People may participate in non-alcoholic picnicking activity during the course of the game, although attendance at the game is encouraged.
• Tailgating and picnicking are permitted for up to one (1) hour after the game has ended.
• All state and local laws and University policies are in effect during tailgating and picnicking activities.  Those violating any laws or policies are subject to removal from the tailgating/picnicking areas and/or possible criminal and university judicial sanctions.
• Only those individuals who are 21 years of age or older may possess, consume, transport, or store alcoholic beverages.  No person or group shall provide alcoholic beverages to anyone less than 21 years of age.
• The following items are prohibited:  liquor and spirits, beer kegs, party balls, multi-quart containers of beer, etc.  All drinking paraphernalia and drinking games of any sort are prohibited.
• All alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages must be in cans, plastic bottles, or containers made of Styrofoam, plastic, or a like substance.  Glass beverage containers are prohibited.
• The University reserves the right to restrict vehicle parking, to designate parking spaces, and to restrict access to designated tailgating locations or picnicking spots.
• Platforms and stages are not permitted unless approved by the SU Chief of Police at least five (5) business days in advance.
• Soliciting and sales are not permitted by anyone other than approved university affiliates with advance written permission.
•  Participants are expected to keep the campus clean and dispose of trash properly so as not to litter.  The use of charcoal grills and any manner of open flames is not permitted with the exception of small gas grills.
•  People are expected to respect the rights of others.  Everyone is expected to be courteous and refrain from the use of loud and/or abusive language, raucous behavior, and amplified sound.