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SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - Shippensburg University will honor its senior class on Saturday at 1 p.m. from Seth Grove Stadium when the Red Raiders conclude their home schedule against PSAC Eastern Division opponent Cheyney. Shippensburg last faced Cheyney on Sept. 2, 1990 - Rocky Rees' debut as a Red Raider head coach.

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 12:50 p.m.). Andy Malnoske will handle the play-by-play while Dan DiVeglio 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.

GAME INFORMATION

The Cumberland County Red Cross will be seeking donations for hurricane relief victims at the game. Red Cross volunteers will be collecting monetary donations to assist in a $100 million Disaster Relief Effort to benefit families affected by the destructive hurricane season. Donations are also accepted through mail to the Cumberland County American Red Cross.

Shippensburg is looking to end a three-game losing streak while extending its career win streak over Cheyney to 10. Last weekend, the Red Raiders were shutout on their Homecoming by the No. 4-ranked Bloomsburg Huskies, 21-0.

Shippensburg (3-6, 2-4 PSAC East) used two quarterbacks who combined to complete 11 passes for 126 yards. Red-shirt junior split end Mike Harris (seven catches, 73 yards) and red-shirt senior safety Jason Stone (game-high 10 tackles, one sack) were named the annual Shippensburg VFW Offensive and Defensive Players of the Game. 

Cheyney (0-9, 0-6 PSAC East) has struggled this season under first-year head coach Jeff Braxton, dropping nine decisions this season and having been outscored 395-88.  The Wolves have lost 15 consecutive games dating back to last season, and last earned a victory on Sept. 29, 2007 with a 30-19 decision over Lock Haven.

Last weekend, Ron Hunter rushed for a season and career high 71-yards on nine carries, including an 18-yard touchdown. No. 24 West Chester defeated Cheyney last weekend, 60-6. The Wolves finished with a season-high 199 rushing yards, including 71 from senior back Chinoso Okoro. 

Defensively, Thomas Stewart led the Wolves with nine tackles. Cheyney owned the time of possession battle in the first quarter but allowed touchdowns on the first six drives of the game. Hunter's touchdown capped off a 10-play, 61-yard drive that was the best of the day for the Wolves. Hunter accounted for 60 of the 61 yards on the drive including runs of 39 and 18 yards. 

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.