Posted 8:12 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, 2013
Join the Eagles for the Pack the Vet for the Vets event on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Roger Harring Stadium at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex.
Join the Eagles for the Pack the Vet for the Vets event on Saturday, Nov. 16, at Roger Harring Stadium at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex.
UW-L Football takes on UW-Eau Claire with kickoff slated for 11:30 a.m.
Game day will feature a number of exciting Veteran events. The day begins with a tailgate from 8:30-11:30 a.m. including booths and interactive activities with the National Guard, UW-L Army ROTC, UW-L Student Veterans Association, Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs, Wisconsin Veterans Museum and Freedom Honor Flight.
Pre-game activities will feature a special video recognition of veterans including UW-L alumni football player Jason Church, a presentation of the flag by the ROTC Color Guard, an aerial flyover, moment of silence in remembrance of those who have fallen, live playing of Echo Taps, three-volley firearms salute, and veteran presentation of the game ball from a Humvee.
Halftime will highlight special veteran honors and recognition of all service members in attendance, as well as a patriotic salute by the Screaming Eagles Marching Band.
Download an Event Flyer. For more information visit uwlathletics.com/veterans. See also Tailgate Guide.
For more information about the 2012 Pack the Vet for the Vets events and veteran honors click the following links:
2012 Veterans Day Videos: Jason Church | Gauge Griffin
Click here for more information about Jason Church and the 2014 NCAA Inspiration Award.