By FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION
Fort Hays State Athletics has announced the promotional schedule for the remainder of the Tiger basketball season, beginning with Saturday’s rivalry contest against Emporia State. Four season-long promotions return to Gross Memorial Coliseum this year, including the Big Creek Crossing Points Promotion, Eagle Communications Best Seats in the House, Tiger Spirit Shop 3-Point Promotion, and FREE ADMISSION for all FHSU students.
The complete schedule with game sponsors, National Anthem performers, halftime entertainment, student section themes and any additional promotions can be found below.
Single Game Promotions
December 8th – FHSU vs. Emporia State 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Heartland Building Center
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Student Section Theme: Ugly Christmas Sweater
Promotions:
Vision Dance performance at men’s halftime
Pictures with Santa- $5 donation to Make A Wish
Stuffed Animal Toss- Bring a new stuffed animal and get a $5 GA ticket- toss animals on court to be collected for Toys for Tots at men’s halftime
December 9th– Tiger Basketball Autograph Day at Big Creek Crossing- 1:00-2:00 pm
Schedule posters and sharpies will be provided, so come on out and meet the Tiger Basketball teams!
Dec 17- FHSU vs. Rockhurst/Bethel 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: N/A
National Anthem: Shades of Joy
Dec. 30 – FHSU vs. Bethany/McPherson 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: N/A
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Promotions: TMP Middle School Cheer performance at halftime of both games
Jan. 10 – FHSU vs. Northeastern State 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: Riverside Chiropractic
National Anthem- Ellis Grade School Honor Choir
Student Section Theme: Blackout
Promotions:
Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act performance at both halftimes
Jan. 12 – FHSU vs. Central Oklahoma 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Hays Regional Airport
National Anthem- Wilson Elementary/Roosevelt Elementary
Student Section Theme: Gold Rush
Promotions:
Senior Citizen Day- anybody 65 years of age or older will get a $5 general admission ticket
St. John Flag Twirlers
Hays Regional Airport “Pack your bag” promotion
Jan. 24 – FHSU vs. Missouri Western 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: High Plains Farm Credit
National Anthem: Stockton High School
Student Section Theme: Movie Characters
Promotions: Big Brothers Big Sisters Duck Toss- purchase ducks to throw at men’s halftime for a chance to win a TV
Jan. 26 – FHSU vs. NW Missouri State 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Cancer Council of Ellis County
National Anthem: New Beginnings Preschool
Student Section Theme: Pink Out
Promotions: Wear pink in support of breast cancer awareness
Styles Dance Performances at both halftimes
Education Appreciation- All teachers at USD 489, TMP, and Fort Hays will receive (1) free ticket
Mascot Night- Victor E. Tiger and his mascot buddies hang out in the Coliseum for pictures, high fives, and to show off their dance moves
Feb. 14 – FHSU vs. Lindenwood 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: American Family Insurance- Brian Ruder Agency
National Anthem: North Central Children’s Choir
Student Section Theme: Dress to Impress
Promotions:
Valentine’s Day gift while supplies last
Styles Dance performances at both halftimes
Student Night- Prizes given to students throughout the games
Feb. 16 – FHSU vs. Lincoln 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: KSU Watersheds/City of Hays
National Anthem: Terry & Joan Crull/O’Loughlin Elementary
Student Section Theme: Poncho Night (Rain Gear)
Promotions:
Academic Night- FHSU recognizes student-athletes who achieved 3.0 GPA or better
SAAC Silent Auction- bid on FHSU team gear throughout the night
20 year donor recognition- FHSU recognizes all donors who have supported FHSU for 20 years or more
Feb. 28 – FHSU vs. Missouri Southern 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: Redeem Designs
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Student Section Theme: Throwback Thursday
Promotions:
Retro Night t-shirt giveaway (while supplies last)
Youth Cheer Camp Performance
Mar. 2 – FHSU vs. Pittsburg State 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Nex-Tech
National Anthem: Holy Family Elementary
Student Section Theme: Sports Jersey
Promotions:
Senior Day- Celebrate the Tiger Basketball seniors!
Vision Dance Performance at both halftimes
Big Creek Crossing Gift Card Giveaway
Tiger Leadership Award Winners Announced
Year-Long Basketball Promotions
| Promotion | About |
| Big Creek Crossing Points Promotion | The Big Creek Crossing Points Promotion is back for a 7th year, but with a little twist! For every home conference (MIAA) basketball game, the points scored by the Tiger basketball teams will be added to a Big Creek Crossing gift card and given away at the end of the year. There will only be one gift card this year, and it will be the total of whichever team scores the most points in home conference games this season. The gift card will be given away at our final home games of the year on March 2nd against Pittsburg State. To enter the contest, you must attend the home conference basketball games and text the winning word to the number provided. You can only text the word one time per game. The word will change each week, so attend as many home conference games (maximum of 9) as possible to discover the winning word and earn another chance to win one of the gift cards. Last year, the highest value gift card was worth $757! |
| Eagle Communications Best Seats in the House |
Register to win tickets for you and 3 friends at each FHSU home basketball game in the Eagle Communications Best Seats in the House! Look for the link on hayspost.com 4-5 days before the upcoming game. |
| Tiger Spirit Shop 3-Point Promotion |
Take advantage of discounts the first business day following a game at the Tiger Spirit Shop. A 3% discount is added for each 3-point field goal made by whichever FHSU team hits the most 3-pointers up to 30%. If the Tiger women or men make 10 or more 3-pointers in a game, the public receives a 30% discount!. Valid in-store and on FHSU clothes and gift items only. Excludes textbooks, gift cards, diploma frames, previous purchases, calculators, computer supplies/hardware/software, and professional reference. |
| Students Free with Student ID | All Fort Hays State students receive FREE admission to home games at Gross Memorial Coliseum throughout the entire season. Students just have to present a valid student ID at the gates. We want to see FHSU students attend all home sports events – all are free with the valid student ID. Enjoy a great time and atmosphere on us!!! |
In-Game Promotions
Kansas Lottery Seat Upgrade
High Plains Farm Credit Trivia and Karaoke
American Family Insurance- Brian Ruder Agency Shuffle Game and Word Scramble
Ameriprise Financial Dance Cam and Kiss Cam
Hays Chevrolet Car Race
Horizon Appliance and Electronics court shot