SEMO prepares for homecoming weekend with football, parade and family events
FOX23 News at 9 p.m.
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Southeast Missouri State University is gearing up for homecoming week, with a lineup of athletic events, giveaways and activities for students, alumni and the community.
Homecoming festivities will take place Saturday, Oct. 17, highlighted by the Redhawks’ football game against Western Illinois at Houck Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m.
The Redhawks enter the matchup following a rivalry victory over Lindenwood.
Saturday’s celebrations begin with the annual homecoming parade at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Alumni Association tailgate at 10:30 a.m. and the Banterra Block Party at 11 a.m.
Gates at Houck Field will open at 12:30 p.m. The first 2,500 fans will receive a free “SEMO-Doh” fidget cube, courtesy of Mercy.
Homecoming festivities will continue Sunday, Oct. 18, when the SEMO women’s soccer team hosts Lindenwood at Houck Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.
Fans attending the soccer game can receive a free Crumbl cookie while supplies last.
The university is also offering its “Kids Cheer Free” promotion, allowing fans 18 and younger to attend the soccer game for free with the purchase of an adult ticket. Free youth tickets must be claimed in advance at SEMORedhawks.com/tickets.
Several other athletic events are scheduled throughout homecoming week.
The SEMO baseball team will host Jefferson College in an exhibition game Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 5 p.m.
On Thursday, Oct. 15, the women’s soccer team will travel to Eastern Illinois for a 3 p.m. matchup.
Friday’s schedule includes cross-country competition at Bradley at 3 p.m., volleyball at Morehead State at 5 p.m. and a baseball exhibition against Three Rivers College at 5 p.m.
The volleyball team will face Morehead State again Saturday at 1 p.m., ahead of the homecoming football game.
Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to secure seating and avoid lines.
Tickets and additional information are available at SEMORedhawks.com/tickets.
