Gold Rush: Free t-shirts for first 1,500 fans Saturday, everyone encouraged to wear gold
Fans attending Tennessee Tech's Ohio Valley Conference doubleheader against Belmont on Saturday are encouraged to wear gold to the game in support of the Golden Eagles. Meanwhile, the first 1,500 fans into Eblen Center will receive a free Gold Rush t-shirt for the event.
COOKEVILLE. Tenn. -- Fans attending Tennessee Tech's Ohio Valley Conference doubleheader against Belmont on Saturday are encouraged to wear gold to the game in support of the Golden Eagles. Meanwhile, the first 1,500 fans into Eblen Center will receive a free Gold Rush t-shirt for the event.
The day begins with the women's game tipping off at 5:30 p.m. and gates opening at 4:30 p.m. The men's game will follow at 7:30 p.m.
The night is also Legends Night, on which Tech will recognize former Golden Eagle men's and women's basketball players and staff. In addition, it is Military and Public Safety Recognition Night, with free admission to members of the U.S. military and their immediate families, plus those who serve in public safety positions.
"We're hoping to 'paint' the entire arena gold for this event, so we're asking all of our fans that night to wear gold to the game," said Jesse Bunch, marketing and promotions coordinator. "We have 1,500 'Gold Rush' t-shirts that will be given to the first 1,500 fans, and we're looking forward to a fantastic, energetic atmosphere to support our teams."
For additional information on any of the events scheduled that night, or ticket information for the remainder of the season, please call (931) 372-3940.
