RICHMOND, Ky. – After three straight road games, the EKU football team will play at home on Saturday when Tennessee State visits Roy Kidd Stadium.
 
Saturday's contest is the annual Hall of Fame Game.  The five newest members of the EKU Athletics Hall of Fame will be recognized at halftime.  The new Matter of Pride Wall at the stadium will be dedicated at 3:30 p.m.  This is also the first Celebrate Agriculture Game at EKU, which will include a petting zoo, tractors and the Southland Mobile Dairy Classroom.
 
Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. 
 
The game will air live on ESPN+.  The live radio broadcast of the game is available in the Richmond area on WCYO 100.7 FM, and can be heard worldwide on EKUSports.com.
 
The Colonel Walk will begin at 3:45 p.m. and travel through the Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot in front of Alumni Coliseum.
  INSIDE THE SERIES
-  Eastern Kentucky leads the all-time series with Tennessee State, 23-7.  The Colonels are 14-3 against the Tigers in games played in Richmond.
 
-  TSU has won two straight in the series, including a 45-21 victory in the last meeting, Oct. 7, 2017 in Richmond. 
 
-  EKU turned the ball over four times in that last meeting, including three interceptions that were returned for touchdowns in the fourth quarter when the Colonels trailed just 24-21.  Eastern had 370 yards of offense.  Daryl McCleskey Jr. ran for 73 yards.
 
THE COLONELS
-  Eastern Kentucky is 2-2 (0-0 OVC) after beating Presbyterian, 35-10, on the road.
 
-  Running back Daryl McCleskey has rushed for 100 yards-plus in each of the last two games.  He had 103 yards on 13 carries at Indiana State and 138 yards on 12 carries at Presbyterian.  He averaged 11.5 yards per carry against the Blue Hose.
 
-  Making his second career start, sophomore safety Joseph Sayles intercepted two passes against Presbyterian.  He returned the first for 20 yards and the second for 34 yards.
 
-  In its three games against FCS teams, the EKU defense has allowed 12 points and 252 yards of total offense per game.  The Colonels have given up 127.7 rushing yards and 124.3 passing yards per contest.  Those three opponents have averaged just three yards per rush and completed just 49 percent of their passes.
 
-  Eastern totaled a season-best 452 yards of offense – 229 on the ground and a season-high 223 through the air – at Presbyterian.
 
SCOUTING THE OPPONENT
-  Tennessee State (1-3, 0-0 OVC) is coming off a 37-31 home field loss to Arkansas-Pine Bluff.  TSU opened the season with a 26-20 win over Mississippi Valley before losing to Middle Tennessee (45-26), Jackson State (44-49) and UAPB.
 
-  Quarterback Cameron Rosendahl completed 27-of-42 passes for 334 yards against Pine Bluff.  He threw three touchdown passes and one interception.
 
-  Chris Rowland caught 13 passes for 154 yards, including one touchdown grab.  He also returned a kickoff for 16 yards and a punt for 15 yards.  He totaled 185 all-purpose yards.
 
-  Rowland is third in the nation with 222 all-purpose yards per game this season.  He leads FCS football with 667 receiving yards and 10.5 receptions per game.  He is fifth with five receiving touchdowns.
 
-  TSU allowed 519 yards of offense to Arkansas-Pine Bluff.  This season, the Tigers are allowing 456 yards (248 through the air and 209 on the ground) and 38 points per game.
 
-  Offensively, Tennessee State is averaging 462 yards of offense (328 through the air and 134 on the ground) and scoring 32 points per game.
 
 
 
GAME DAY EXPERIENCE
It doesn't matter if you are a Colonel Club member, a student, a Colonel fan or a fan of the opponent, there is plenty of information below that will help make your game day experience the best it can be …
 
Game Day Timeline
12 p.m. – all tailgate lots open, including the Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot in front of Alumni Coliseum
3:45 p.m. – Colonel Walk
5 p.m. – Cheer, Dance and Band procession to the stadium
 
Ticket Office
The ticket booths at Roy Kidd Stadium will open at 4:30 p.m.  Tickets are always available online at EKUSports.com.
 
EKU Football Parking Information
Whether you are a proud member of the EKU athletics family or a fan of the opposition, we strive to provide you an enjoyable experience during your visit to Eastern Kentucky University. The following parking and tailgating regulations below are intended to ensure your safety and comfort. Please keep sidewalks and driveways clear of obstructions, respect our campus grounds and please follow the directives of our parking attendants and game day staff.

EKU Football Parking Lot Locations
• There are numerous and convenient parking options for all fans on game day at Roy Kidd Stadium.

• Colonel Club Lot (Lot K) – Located in the Alumni Coliseum Lower and Upper lots across the street from Roy Kidd Stadium, Colonel Club season ticket members have exclusive access to both of these lots with their valid Colonel Club parking pass.

Parking is on a first come, first serve basis. Additional parking spaces cannot be saved.  Parking passes must be displayed in vehicles at all times.  Colonel Club members who wish to tailgate in the Lower AC lot are restricted to the area around their vehicle.  Do not block driveways or impede traffic.  Colonel Club members who wish to tailgate and require more space than allowed in the Lower AC lot are encouraged to access the Upper AC lot.  The upper and lower AC lots will open at 12 p.m. on game day (Sept. 28).   
 
• Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot – EKU student and Greek life parking will be located at the Lower AC parking lot.  The Apollo Pizza Tailgate Lot will open at 12 p.m. on game day (Sept. 28).  


• RV Zone – EKU is proud to continue offering the RV Zone, designed to provide football fans a unique and unforgettable tailgating experience.  Located next to the Fitness and Wellness Center lot and just a few steps away from the Roy Kidd Stadium entrance, the RV Zone is available for both single game and full season passes.  Single game passes start at $75 per game, which include two (2) general admission tickets for the game.  Full season passes are available for $225 and includes two (2) general admission tickets for each home game.  The EKU RV Zone will open at 6 p.m. the Friday before game day and will close at 3:00 p.m. the Sunday following game day.  Reservations for the RV Zone are required at least three (3) days in advance and your pass may be reserved by calling (859) 622-7128.


• General Parking – EKU provides general parking free of charge for the following parking lots located on campus:  Brockton, Hanlon, Dizney, Commonwealth, Alumni Coliseum back lots or in parking lots across the EKU bypass. All general parking lots will open on game day at 12 p.m.


• Media Parking – Credentialed media members should park at the Greg Adams Tennis Center parking lot located across the EKU bypass.

EKU Football Parking Regulations
• Parking is permitted only in designated spaces.  Parking on islands, medians or berms is prohibited.
• Parking spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis and cannot be saved.
• Tailgating is only allowed in areas where the flow of traffic is not obstructed.
• No sale of food, beverages or novelties are permissible without proper permit.
• No open flames other than gas grills. 
• Waste food items and trash must be disposed of in appropriate containers, which are provided throughout the grounds.
• No personal motorized carts are allowed.
• Only small weighted (12'x12' maximum) tents may be used, no staking is allowed.
• Music should be confined to your tailgate area.
• Protect your belongings, EKU will not assume responsibility for lost or stolen items.

Attend The Game – While we encourage the fun and comradery that tailgating produces, please be cognizant that a football game is being played at Roy Kidd Stadium.  Our student-athletes need you in the stands! Please show respect for our EKU student-athletes by attending the game.

For additional information or questions, please call (859) 622-2122. 
 
Student Section
Student seating is located in sections J, K, L.  Students may also sit on the hill in the north end zone.  Students can enter the stadium through Gate 1 or Gate 6.  Students need their official school ID out and ready to be allowed admittance to the game.
 
Alcohol Sales
Alcohol sales (beer and wine) are located on the east side of Roy Kidd Stadium and on the northern end of the main concourse inside the Begley Building:
• Sales begin at 5 p.m.
• Sales continue through the third quarter.  No sales in the fourth quarter or overtime.
• Fans will be limited to two (2) beverages per transaction.
• Purchase can be made by fans 21 years and older only.
• Must be consumed in clear plastic cup. 
• Cash and credit cards accepted.
• Sections G & H will remain alcohol free zones.
 
ADA Accessible Ticket Information
• The ADA accessible seating area at Roy Kidd Stadium in Section J, N, and R of the east side of the stadium.
• Patrons must purchase a general admission ticket to watch the game from this area.
• Patrons are welcome to have a companion sit with them in the area.  Folding chairs are provided for any guests that need them.
• The ADA accessible restrooms are located on the concourse of the east side of the stadium.  The Moberly building also provides accessible restrooms.
• ADA accessible parking is available in the Moberly Lot past the Stadium off Roy and Sue Kidd Way on the right from the Bypass.
• The main accessible gate (Moberly Gate) is between the Moberly building and the Fitness & Wellness Center.