By FHSU SPORTS INFORMATION
The Fort Hays State University athletic department has announced the promotional schedule for the remainder of the Tiger basketball season, beginning with Monday’s Canned Food Drive and continuing through Senior Day on February 22. Three season-long promotions return to Gross Memorial Coliseum this year, including the Eagle Communications Best Seats in the House, Tiger Spirit Shop 3-Point Promotion, and FREE ADMISSION for all Fort Hays State 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
Nov. 25 – FHSU women vs. University of Saint Mary – 6:00 pm
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Promotions:
Canned Food Drive- Bring a canned food item and get a $5 GA ticket. Food will be donated to First Call for Help of Ellis County!
Nov. 30 – FHSU women vs. Tabor / FHSU men vs. Sterling – 5:00/7:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Sternberg Museum
National Anthem: Trilogy
Promotions:
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
Dec. 8 – 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. 11 – FHSU women vs. Bethany – 6:00 pm
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Promotions: Hays Twirl Academy will perform at both halftimes
Dec. 15 – FHSU men vs. Kansas Wesleyan – 4:00 pm
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Dec. 17 – FHSU men vs. Bethel College – 7:00 pm
National Anthem: Washington Grade School
Dec. 20 – FHSU men vs. Avila University – 7:00 pm
National Anthem: FHSU Pep Band
Jan. 4 – FHSU vs. Missouri Southern – 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: KSU Watersheds/City of Hays
National Anthem: North Central Kansas Kid’s Choir
Promotions:
Danceography performance at both halftimes
Senior Citizen Day- anybody 55 years of age or older can purchase a $5 general admission ticket
Jan. 6 – FHSU vs. Pittsburg State – 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: Redeem Designs
National Anthem: Prairie Timbre Quartet
Promotions:
Retro Night t-shirt giveaway (while supplies last)
Trego High School Dance will perform at both halftimes
Jan. 15 – FHSU vs. Emporia State – 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: American Family Insurance- Brian Ruder Agency
National Anthem: Holy Family Elementary
Promotions: Zooperstars (Hilarious professional halftime show) to perform at both halftimes.
Jan. 18 – FHSU vs. Washburn – 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Heartland Building Center
National Anthem: Roosevelt Elementary (women) Wilson Elementary (men)
Promotions:
Hays Med Surgery Robot Demonstration
Education Appreciation- All faculty and staff at USD 489 and TMP will receive (1) free (GA) ticket
Big Brothers Big Sisters Duck Toss- purchase ducks from BBBS and throw them at halftime of the men’s game for a chance to win a prize
Feb. 1 – FHSU vs. Nebraska-Kearney – 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Eagle
National Anthem: Washington Grade School
Student Section Theme: Black-out the Lopers
Promotions:
Kids K-12th grade get in FREE courtesy of Eagle and FHSU Athletics
Vision Dance performances at both halftimes
Feb. 6 – FHSU vs. Newman – 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: Cancer Council of Ellis County
National Anthem: Stockton Elementary
Student Section Theme: Pink Night
Promotions:
Styles Dance Performance at both halftimes
Mascot Night- Victor E. Tiger and his mascot buddies hang out for pictures, high fives, and fun
Wear pink with our women’s basketball team in support of Breast Cancer Awareness
FHSU Student Day- Prizes given to FHSU students throughout the games
Feb. 8 – FHSU vs. Central Oklahoma – 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Hays Regional Airport
National Anthem: Shades of Joy
Student Section Theme: Camo
Promotions:
FHSU Cheer camp performance at women’s halftime
Academic Day- FHSU recognizes student-athletes who achieved 3.0 GPA or better at men’s halftime
20 year donor recognition- FHSU recognizes all donors who have supported FHSU for 20 years or more
Feb. 20 – FHSU vs. Rogers State – 5:30/7:30 pm
Game Sponsor: High Plains Farm Credit
National Anthem: O’Loughlin Elementary (women) Tiger Tots (men)
Student Section Theme: Throwback Thursday
Promotions:
Storm Cheer performance at halftime
FHSU Cheer/Tiger Deb performance at halftime
FHSU Faculty/Staff Appreciation- All Faculty/Staff at FHSU receive (1) FREE (GA) ticket
Feb. 22 – FHSU vs. Northeastern State – 2:00/4:00 pm
Game Sponsor: Nex-Tech
National Anthem: Lee Fisher Quartet
Student Section Theme: U.S.A.
Promotions:
Senior Day – Celebrate the Tiger Basketball seniors!
Styles Dance Performance at both halftimes
Big Creek Crossing Baby Crawl
Tiger Leadership Award Winners AnnouncedYear-Long Basketball Promotions
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! To register, go to facebook.com/eaglebroadband
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 at the spirit shop. 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
High Plains Farm Credit Trivia and Karaoke
American Family Insurance- Brian Ruder Agency Shuffle Game and Word Scramble
Hays Chevrolet Car Race
Riverside Chiropractic Half Court Shot
Hays Academy of Hair Design Half Price Cam
Horizon Appliance and Electronics Mattress Race
Kansas Lottery Seat Upgrade
World Famous Chicken Toss