September 28, 2011

Football: Panther JV squad travels to Fort Benning to face All-Soldier team on Sunday

The LaGrange College junior varsity football squad travels to Fort Benning on Sunday for its third game of the season. The Panthers (0-2) will take on an All-Soldier team at the base's historic Doughboy Stadium.

There are a number of activities planned for Sunday's game. The Army's Silver Wings parachute team will be making a jump onto the field with the game ball before the start of the game. A portion of the Maneuver Center of Excellence Band will be performing the National Anthem and a small number of other various tunes. At halftime, former Tuskegee Airmen will be recognized and honored. Concessions will be available for purchase on site, including Cook's Hot Dogs and Dusty Bob's Funnel Cakes.

Admission to the game is free.
 

Regulations and Directions:

1) All visitors over the age of 15 MUST have a valid picture ID
2) All drivers must have a valid license, car insurance and registration (anyone with a warrant shouldn't attend due to gate scanners - just in case)

Access at I-185 South gate
1st exit after check point on right for Custer Road
Turn right on Custer Road, straight for approx 2 miles to traffic light
At traffic light turn left, straight for approx 1 mile
At top of hill veer right onto Vibbert Ave (don't go straight), take 2nd left into parking area.

 

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