Someone Has Finally Listened - Southern Univeristy Coming to Ruston in 2015

[Champ967]

I get there an hour early. Probably will go even earlier for this game.

I like ya, Blue. But that's pitiful.

You're missing out on some outstanding tailgating.

[Statboy]

So what's the in's and out for parking? (RV's, tailgating equipment, etc.) It would probably cut down on traffic jams if we had an idea on what to expect.

[Blue Dawg]

I like ya, Blue. But that's pitiful.

You're missing out on some outstanding tailgating.

You misunderstand. My tailgate starts at 8 or earlier. I'm saying I get into the stadium an hour early.

[Blue Dawg]

It would probably cut down on traffic jams if we had an idea on what to expect.

No it won't.

[Statboy]

No it won't.

It's a big difference between traffic jams that are created by folks not knowing where they are going and what to do than your normal traffic jams.

Trust me, the b majority of N.O. residents came here after Katrina.

[ChuckK3]

So what's the in's and out for parking? (RV's, tailgating equipment, etc.) It would probably cut down on traffic jams if we had an idea on what to expect.

Visiting fans typically tailgate in the parking lot by the softball field (West Alabama @ Tech Drive) or around the Lambright Intramural Center parking lots (access off of Tech Drive). You might check with the Southern University athletic department, as I would imagine they've spoken with our Athletic Department to secure a designated area for your Alumni events. I am almost positive they've set something up...we're expecting a huge crowd for the game, so it makes sense that Southern alumni and fans would have a designated area.

[Kodawg]

My daughter's mother-in-law(SU alumni) is wiring money for 32 tickets that she wants me to purchase for her. Maybe, just maybe, I wont forget to get them until it's too late.

[Statboy]

Visiting fans typically tailgate in the parking lot by the softball field (West Alabama @ Tech Drive) or around the Lambright Intramural Center parking lots (access off of Tech Drive). You might check with the Southern University athletic department, as I would imagine they've spoken with our Athletic Department to secure a designated area for your Alumni events. I am almost positive they've set something up...we're expecting a huge crowd for the game, so it makes sense that Southern alumni and fans would have a designated area.

How about RV's? Would that be a designated spot also?

[kw2292]

I've no doubt a last minute solution will be announced two days before.

Of course, as I've complained about elsewhere, the "Blue Crew" nonsense is going to throw a huge wrench into the works.

The blue crew idea is in my opinion long overdue. I've been advocating for something similar to LTAC for students since I was a student. Don't let your personal bias against those who were in the unorganized versions of the Blue Crew that have existed make you jaded to this idea. Give it a shot!

We need students not just showing up, but buying in and this gives them a chance to be part of more than just having a Tech ID. Now will they execute it in a manner that promotes growth and shows advantages over just showing up as a regular student? Who knows.... But I applaud the idea.

[Champ967]

How about RV's? Would that be a designated spot also?

Yes, those are also designated spots. If you contact the Tech Athletic Dept , they should be able to help you reserve one.

[Blue Dawg]

The blue crew idea is in my opinion long overdue. I've been advocating for something similar to LTAC for students since I was a student. Don't let your personal bias against those who were in the unorganized versions of the Blue Crew that have existed make you jaded to this idea. Give it a shot!

We need students not just showing up, but buying in and this gives them a chance to be part of more than just having a Tech ID. Now will they execute it in a manner that promotes growth and shows advantages over just showing up as a regular student? Who knows.... But I applaud the idea.

It's not necessarily personal bias, although that's certainly not helping. It's more that I (with a few friends) jumped in and took full advantage of student privileges. We showed for every game even when it was painful (think Spoon WBB), and now we'll be locked out of those same things unless we pay a fee. I agree that organization could be useful in the long run but I have zero faith in the ability of our admin to implement such a system.

TL;DR: I'm an old soul and I don't like change.

[Statboy]

Yes, those are also designated spots. If you contact the Tech Athletic Dept , they should be able to help you reserve one.

Thanks a lot for the info

[Statboy]

My daughter's mother-in-law(SU alumni) is wiring money for 32 tickets that she wants me to purchase for her. Maybe, just maybe, I wont forget to get them until it's too late.

Now you already know, that you are going to need some serious body guards if that happens.

[Statboy]

Okay what's the 411 on ASN? What network channel do they use that I may be able to DVD the game?

[MiloBumP]

How about RV's? Would that be a designated spot also?

There are designated spots immediately around the stadium for RVs, but you can park your RV in the softball field parking lot. I have seen many visitors tailgating there as someone else mentioned to you. I would definitely call now to find out though.