Game Notes Vs. Millersville

Week 5 PSAC Report

2008 Football Media Guide

Audio Podcast With Red Raider Junior SE Mike Harris
By: Jeff Reinhart (lancasteronline.com)

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - The Shippensburg University football will return home to Seth Grove Stadium this Saturday seeking to get its first conference victory of the season when the team hosts PSAC Eastern Division opponent Millersville. Kickoff from Seth Grove Stadium is set for 1 p.m. The Red Raiders have won the last four meetings between the two teams.

The game is being broadcast live on Shippensburg University student radio station, WSYC 88.7 FM and on the Internet through the station's Web site here. Communication studies graduate student Andy Malnoske will handle the play-by-play while senior communications/journalism major Dan DiVeglio will be the color commentator.

The Shippensburg University Television (SUTV) crew will televise the game live on campus channel 75 and Comcast Cable 21 in Cumberland and Franklin Counties. Their feed will also be available via Web stream here. Communications/journalism students Matt Groseclose and Dan Loeper will handle the play-by-play.

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.

ABOUT THE GAME

Saturday's contest is a re-match of last year's game between the two teams, a close battle at the Biemesderfer that was won by Shippensburg, 23-14. Jamie Reder kicked three field goals in the contest, including a 31-yarder in the fourth quarter to cement the victory.

The Red Raiders lead the overall series 35-23-2. Shippensburg has won 16 of the 27 home meetings between these two teams yet have posted a 2-8 record against the Marauders at Seth Grove Stadium.

The two teams first met in 1916 with Shippensburg earning a 15-0 home victory. SU has out-scored Millersville 112-65 over the last four meetings between the two squads.

Under Rocky Rees, Shippensburg has won the last four meetings between the teams dating back to 2001, but his overall record against the Marauders is 5-6. Millersville is looking for its first victory at Seth
Grove Stadium since 1996.

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.