Marshall University Athletics

Know Before You Go - Football vs Old Dominion
9/28/2023 12:21:00 PM | Football, General, Ticketing & Promotions, Cheer, Dance and Marco
Everything You Need To Know Ahead of Saturday's Game.
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Football is back at "The Joan" this week as Marshall takes on Old Dominion at 3:30pm on Saturday, Sept. 30th. We've got a lot in store for the day so make sure you KNOW BEFORE YOU GO so you don't miss out on the action!
Game Day Timeline
Friday, Sept. 29th
4pm- 7pm – The HerdZone Stadium Store will be open! Make sure to stop by the stadium store to pick up your Herd gear!
Saturday, Sept. 30th
9:30am – Parking Lots Open
10am – HerdZone Stadium Store Opens
12:50 pm – Thunderwalk – Make sure to get there early to ensure your spot! We will be handing out a Golden Ticket for a chance to be the Kickoff Kid.
1:15pm – Fan Fest Begins – Located in front of the Marshall Rec Center. This is your chance to grab some BBQ, get your face painted, enjoy snow cones, play on inflatables, and more. Fan Fest is open to all and free to attend. Food and drinks are not included. See here for more details.Â
2:00pm – Gates Open!
3:30pm – BEAT ODU
Thunderwalk: Thunderwalk starts in the West Lot at the gate on 20th street, closest to Third Avenue, and continues through the parking lot toward Gate A. Our Cheerleaders are giving away 250 envelopes with ONE containing a Golden Ticket. The lucky fan who receives the Golden Ticket will be the Kickoff Kid. Thunderwalk starts at 12:50pm, but be sure to get there early.
Fan Fest: Fan Fest is located outside of the Rec Center and opens at 1:15pm. Be sure to come out and get your face painted while enjoying inflatables, magic, balloon animals and more. See here for more informationÂ
Tickets: Still haven't purchased your tickets? You can do so here!
Clear Bag Policy: To enhance public safety and make stadium access more efficient, Marshall University Athletics has adopted a Clear Bag Policy. Fans may bring in one (1) clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a 1-gallon plastic storage bag. Fans are limited to one clear bag per person or a small clutch bag (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5") for privacy. For more information, click here.
Reentry: Reentry into the Joan C. Edwards Stadium is permitted at Gate B and E only!
Parking:Â Single game parking is available; (1) Third Avenue Parking Garage - $20 (cash only), (2) State Electric Parking Lot - $10 (All proceeds benefit the Marshall Cheerleading Program), (3) Old ACF Lot - $20 (All proceeds benefit the United Way of the River Cities). All of these lots open at 10am.Â
Concession Stands: Marshall Athletics will be making some changes for the concession stands. We are adding stanchions to form clearer lines and maneuvering subcontractors to alleviate congestion.
ID Check: Fans can head over to the Fan Assistance tent located outside of Gate A to get their ID checked for Alcohol sales within the stadium. Please do so prior to entering the stadium to help eliminate time in line.
Thunderclap: Don't forget the Thunderclap is back! After every Herd touchdown, be sure to get on your feet and participate in the Thunderclap!
Exit Plan: Exit plan for leaving the stadium at the conclusion of the game can be seen below. Please note that traffic will not be able to turn onto Hal Greer when leaving via 3rd Avenue.

The Marshall vs Old Dominion game is sponsored by Go Mart!
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Game Day Timeline
Friday, Sept. 29th
4pm- 7pm – The HerdZone Stadium Store will be open! Make sure to stop by the stadium store to pick up your Herd gear!
Saturday, Sept. 30th
9:30am – Parking Lots Open
10am – HerdZone Stadium Store Opens
12:50 pm – Thunderwalk – Make sure to get there early to ensure your spot! We will be handing out a Golden Ticket for a chance to be the Kickoff Kid.
1:15pm – Fan Fest Begins – Located in front of the Marshall Rec Center. This is your chance to grab some BBQ, get your face painted, enjoy snow cones, play on inflatables, and more. Fan Fest is open to all and free to attend. Food and drinks are not included. See here for more details.Â
2:00pm – Gates Open!
3:30pm – BEAT ODU
Thunderwalk: Thunderwalk starts in the West Lot at the gate on 20th street, closest to Third Avenue, and continues through the parking lot toward Gate A. Our Cheerleaders are giving away 250 envelopes with ONE containing a Golden Ticket. The lucky fan who receives the Golden Ticket will be the Kickoff Kid. Thunderwalk starts at 12:50pm, but be sure to get there early.
Fan Fest: Fan Fest is located outside of the Rec Center and opens at 1:15pm. Be sure to come out and get your face painted while enjoying inflatables, magic, balloon animals and more. See here for more informationÂ
Tickets: Still haven't purchased your tickets? You can do so here!
Clear Bag Policy: To enhance public safety and make stadium access more efficient, Marshall University Athletics has adopted a Clear Bag Policy. Fans may bring in one (1) clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a 1-gallon plastic storage bag. Fans are limited to one clear bag per person or a small clutch bag (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5") for privacy. For more information, click here.
Reentry: Reentry into the Joan C. Edwards Stadium is permitted at Gate B and E only!
Parking:Â Single game parking is available; (1) Third Avenue Parking Garage - $20 (cash only), (2) State Electric Parking Lot - $10 (All proceeds benefit the Marshall Cheerleading Program), (3) Old ACF Lot - $20 (All proceeds benefit the United Way of the River Cities). All of these lots open at 10am.Â
Concession Stands: Marshall Athletics will be making some changes for the concession stands. We are adding stanchions to form clearer lines and maneuvering subcontractors to alleviate congestion.
ID Check: Fans can head over to the Fan Assistance tent located outside of Gate A to get their ID checked for Alcohol sales within the stadium. Please do so prior to entering the stadium to help eliminate time in line.
Thunderclap: Don't forget the Thunderclap is back! After every Herd touchdown, be sure to get on your feet and participate in the Thunderclap!
Exit Plan: Exit plan for leaving the stadium at the conclusion of the game can be seen below. Please note that traffic will not be able to turn onto Hal Greer when leaving via 3rd Avenue.

The Marshall vs Old Dominion game is sponsored by Go Mart!
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