MACOMB, Ill. - The Western Illinois football team will be taking on the Illinois State Redbirds on Saturday, September 22 for the 2012 Homecoming football game.
To help out those attending the game, here are a few frequently asked questions.
When does the game start? The game will kick off at 3:07 p.m. at Hanson Field on the campus of Western Illinois University.
When Does Tailgating Begin? Tailgating will begin at 10:00 a.m. in Q-Lot. For more information on tailgating policies, visit the Tailgating Page
How much are Tickets to the Game? Single game tickets can be purchased at Hanson Field prior to the game. Reserved seating for the homecoming game will be $20. General Admission will be $15. Children under the age of three that do not need to occupy a seat will not need a ticket. For more information on single game or season tickets call (309) 298-1190, or visit the ticket information page on goleathernecks.com.
Where is Visitor Seating Located? Visitor seating will be on the east side of the field in 'Section O'. For more information on seating, visit the seating charts page.
Is there a Student
Section for Western Illinois? The official student based fan group of
Western Illinois athletics is 'The Purple Haze'. For more information, click
HERE, or check out 'The Purple Haze' Facebook page.
What Will the Leathernecks wear for Homecoming? The team has brand new uniforms in 2012, and for the first time this year, the players will wear white uniforms with white pants.
Will there be any Giveways at the game? Yes, there will be 600 purple towels given out before the start of the game.
For more information, check out the 2012 Leatherneck Fan Guide.
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