WSSU to host Fan Fest and Media Day

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WSSU Football Ready For 2009 "Meet the Rams" Fan Fest and Media Day

Fans and media members get their first look at 2009 WSSU fall athletics

Aug. 18, 2009

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Winston-Salem State University Department of Athletics has announced that the Rams' annual "Meet the Rams" Fan Fest and Media Day activities will be held at Bowman Gray Stadium at 12:00 pm on Saturday, August 29, 2009.

WSSU's 17th-year head football coach Kermit Blount will lead the Rams as they kickoff the fan-friendly activities of the 2009 WSSU "Meet the Rams" Fan Fest and Media Day in an afternoon of fellowship with the Winston-Salem community.

WSSU's "Meet the Rams" Fan Fest is an opportunity for fans from the community and the Winston-Salem State University family to come out and meet the coaches and players from the football, volleyball, cross country and bowling teams as well as meet the cheerleaders and WSSU Red Sea of Sound marching band.

For the first time ever Winston-Salem State University is combining two end-of-summer traditions - the family day cookout and Meet the Rams Fan Fest day - this year into one celebration. All are invited on Saturday, August 29, from noon - 4 p.m., to Bowman Gray Stadium to celebrate Ram Fan Fest.

The event, free and open to the greater Winston-Salem community, features a cookout, games for kids, performances by the marching band and cheerleaders, an autograph session with the Rams, and much more, including prize giveaways from the bookstore.

WSSU athletes and coaches will be available for autographs and pictures and will conduct media interviews and appearances.

As well, the event will provide fans a chance to purchase their custom "Ram Seat Back" chair back seat for the 2009 season. Saturday's festivities will allow fans to reserve their seat for what will prove to be an exciting Division I football season.

For additional information about WSSU football or the 2009 "Meet the Rams" Fan Fest and Media Day, contact the WSSU Office of Athletic Media Relations at [phone] or log on to the Official Website of WSSU Athletics at WSSURams.com.

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Still no word if we are going to host anything similar this year ....

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WSSU Announces Day-Of-Game Reserved Parking Passes To Go On Sale Thursday

Fans will have the ability to purchase reserved parking with the purchase of a game ticket

Aug. 31, 2009

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Winston-Salem State University Interim Director of Athletics, Tonia Walker has announced that single-game reserved parking passes in the Rams' South Lot for Saturday's Time Warner Cable I-40 Showdown versus North Carolina A&T will go on sale beginning Thursday, September 3 from 10:00 am until 5:00 p.m. in the WSSU Department of Athletics located in the Bowman Gray Athletic Fieldhouse. Fans wishing to secure reserved parking for the contest will be allowed to purchase tailgating spaces with the purchase of, or proof of purchase of, a game ticket for the Rams versus N.C. A&T contest.

Limited numbers of day-of-game reserved parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning on Thursday, September 3 for $20 each with a valid game ticket. Fans wishing to purchase reserved parking spaces may do so at the WSSU Athletic Fieldhouse on Thursday and Friday and at the entrance to the WSSU Reserved South Lot on Saturday prior to kickoff.

"We have decided to make day-of-game reserved parking spaces available for this Saturday's game versus the Aggies" WSSU Interim Director of Athletics, Tonia Walker said.

"These reserved parking and tailgating spaces give our fans the ability to ensure that they have a secured parking spot for the game regardless of when they choose to arrive. Fans who purchase a game ticket and add to the experience by purchasing one of these spots are guaranteed a parking space in the lot closest to Bowman Gray Stadium with the ability to tailgate and socialize with other WSSU fans" Walker added.

Season-long reserved parking spaces are also available for the duration of the 2009 season by contacting Yvonne Dixon in the WSSU Department of Athletics at [phone] or in person in the Bowman Gray Fieldhouse.

WSSU will again play a full complement of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference games with the home schedule highlighted by MEAC home games against North Carolina A&T in the Time Warner Cable I-40 Showdown on Sept. 5, Florida A&M on Sept. 10, Hampton for Homecoming 2009 on Oct. 31 and Delaware State on Nov. 7 as well a non-conference tilt in the 43rd meeting between the Rams and Eagles of North Carolina Central on Nov. 14.





"The 2009 home schedule is one that we are certain our fans will enjoy. We have enhanced the game day promotions which are sure to add to the overall fan experience. We have a very balanced schedule with five home games and we are looking forward to packing Bowman Gray Stadium to cheer for our Rams. Out new tailgating options and reserved parking area will only heighten the experience of Rams' football" Walker commented.

Tickets for the 2009 Football season can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com and the WSSU Ticket Office by calling [phone]. Reserved tailgating passes are available by contacting Yvonne Dixon in the WSSU Department of Athletics at [phone].