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Shippensburg Game Notes

SU vs. C.W. Post (1983)

2008 Football Media Guide

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - Shippensburg football is once again at Seth Grove Stadium on Saturday when the team hosts PSAC Eastern Division opponent C.W. Post - a school who entered the conference this season as an associate member. Kickoff from Seth Grove Stadium is set for 1 p.m. The two teams have only met twice in history and Shippensburg has won both meetings.

The Shippensburg University Television (SUTV) crew will televise the game live on campus channel 75. Their feed will also be available via Web stream here and simulcast on Shippensburg University student radio station, WSYC 88.7 FM, which is available on the Internet through the station's Web site here.

Shippensburg students attending the game are encouraged to gather together in the student section in front of the banner near the band. The "Red Sea" student section, led by Shippensburg students Jenn Szarzynski, Abbie Wahl and Ashley Martin, will be leading the charge from the student section during the game.

PROTECT AND SERVE

Shippensburg is hosting a special “Protect and Serve” event surrounding the game. The athletics department will recognize military and service personnel at the game. Active and retired military and reserve members, ROTC, police, paid and volunteer firefighters, and emergency medical technicians will be admitted to the game free of charge with a valid service ID. All military and service personnel in attendance will be recognized via a public address announcement between the first and second quarters.

ABOUT THE GAME

The Red Raiders are looking to improve to 2-1 in the PSAC Eastern Division. The last meeting coming 25 years ago when Vito Ragazzo's Red Raider squad earned a 40-27 victory over the Pioneers on Sept. 17, 1983. Shippensburg also won a 49-35 decision over the Pioneers in New York on Oct. 24, 1981.

Last weekend, Shippensburg totaled a season-high 498 yards of offense on Saturday afternoon at Seth Grove Stadium and red-shirt sophomore Kevin Marshall totaled over 250 all-purpose yards for the second consecutive week as the Red Raiders earned their first PSAC Eastern Division victory of the season, 35-14 over Millersville. Sophomore linebacker Riley Bowen was named the PSAC Eastern Division Player of the Week after forcing a key fumble and leading the team in tackles over the Marauders.

C.W. Post was picked fifth in the preseason PSAC Eastern Division Coaches Poll, one spot behind Shippensburg. The team returns 12 starters, including six on defense. The Pioneers had been a constant force in the Northeast-10 conference, posting an 11-year record of 90-32 in conference matchups. Veteran signal caller Nick Georgetti returns after ranking second in the NE-10 last season in pass efficiency and throwing for 2,000 yards. Fullback Anthoney Adamic is another solid offensive player who returns after rushing for 268 yards in the season finale last season.

Last week, sophomore tailback Jason Gwaltney rushed for 133 yards and rushed in a nine-yard touchdown in the third quarter but No. 10 Bloomsburg University held on to win, 13-6, during Saturday afternoon Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference football action on Hickox Field. With the win, the Huskies improve to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in the East Division. C.W. Post drops to 1-4 overall and 1-1 in the East Division. Bloomsburg finished the game with 355 total offensive yards on 75 plays while C.W. Post recorded 270 offensive yards on 63 plays.

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.