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Harlem Globetrotters Coming to USM Feb. 10th

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS TAKE THE GAME TO UNPRECEDENTED HEIGHTS TO COMMEMORATE 85 CONSECUTIVE SEASONS

2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour primed to astound fans at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg on February 10
Hot on the heels of the most successful year in franchise history, the legendary Harlem Globetrotters will celebrate their 85th consecutive season when their dazzling 2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour stops in Hattiesburg, showcasing the wholesome family entertainment that has provided lifetime memories for generations of fans.

The Harlem Globetrotters will take the court at Reed Green Coliseum on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets, starting at $19.00, will go on sale on Monday, November 29 at 10:00 a.m. at www.southernmisstickets.com, the Reed Green Coliseum box office, or by phone at 800-844-TICK. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at www.harlemglobetrotters.com.

“Our 85th season promises to be a landmark year, with never before seen innovations in the game,” says Michael Kenney, the Globetrotters’ senior vice president, live event marketing. “You’ll want to get your tickets now to witness firsthand what we have in store for our wonderful fans around the world.”

The North American leg of the 2011 “4 Times the Fun” World Tour will tip-off on Dec. 26, 2010, and runs until mid-April.  The team will play over 270 games in more than 220 cities in 45 states and six Canadian provinces.

Sponsored by Campbell Soup Company, Howard Johnson Hotels, America’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses, Greyhound Lines and Spalding, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have played in 120 countries and territories on six continents, entertaining over 132 million fans and breaking down barriers between cultures, societies and people from all walks of life, earning induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, and to purchase team merchandise, visit the Globetrotters’ official Web site: www.harlemglobetrotters.com.

Filed under: Featured, Forrest County, Hattiesburg, USM, Basketball, Harlem Globetrotters, Reed Green Coliseum, Sports

Southern Miss Announces Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl Social Lineup

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Southern Miss football team will hold three bowl socials heading up to its appearance in the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl St. Petersburg, Dec. 21, at Tropicana Field.

The pre-bowl celebrations will include a pair of luncheons around the state as well as a social for Golden Eagle fans in Hattiesburg.

The first luncheon takes place in the Jackson area on Mon., Dec. 6, with a 12 p.m. – 1 p.m., event at Huntingtons Grille (1001 East County Line Rd.).  Cost of the lunch at the Jackson luncheon is $15.

The tour then switches to the Mississippi Gulf Coast the following day, Dec. 7, when the Golden Eagle faithful will meet at Mugshot’s (2650 Beach Blvd) in Biloxi from 11 a.m., until 1 p.m.

All Golden Eagle fans are also invited to the final bowl social, which is set for Sunday, Dec. 12, from 1-3 p.m., at Turtle Creek Mall in Hattiesburg. The event will take place in the center court area near the JCPenney and Belk department stores.

Selected Golden Eagle coaches and players will be available at each of these events.

The Southern Miss Department of Athletics wants Golden Eagle fans to know that the priority deadline for tickets is Dec. 10. Ticket prices are $30 for the general public, $20 for students and $20 for band donations. Fans can go online at SouthernMiss.com, call 1-800-844-TICK (8425) or visit the Pat Ferlise Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m., until 5 p.m., to purchase tickets.

The Southern Miss Athletic Department has developed incentives for those fans which purchase multiple tickets. For purchasers of 10-19 tickets, they will receive a $30 gift card from Campus Book Mark. For 20-29 tickets bought, those individuals will receive a $30 gift card to Campus Book Mart and a bowl watch.

For ticket purchases of 30 or more tickets, they will receive a $30 gift card from Campus Book Mart, a bowl watch and a duffel bag.

Fans will also receive a free ticket to their choice of one of the Hardwood Club Basketball Classic contests, with each bowl ticket purchase, to be held at Reed Green Coliseum, Dec. 29-30.

Students will be able to purchase tickets immediately, one with their current University ID, and will be made available for pickup beginning Dec. 8.

Please note that all tickets are will call only and none will be mailed. General public ticket pickup begins Dec. 14.

For those wishing to pick up their tickets on game day, the will call at Tropicana field will open at 4 p.m. and be located at Gate 4. The stadium does not open until 6 p.m., that evening.

Filed under: Featured, Sports, USM, beef 'O' Brady's Bowl, Pat Ferlise Center, Reed Green Coliseum, Southern Miss Athletic Department, Southern Miss Department of Athletics, Southern Miss Golden Eagles, St. Petersburg, Tropicana Field, Turtle Creek Mall

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee “Joins the Huddle to Fight Hunger”

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Southern Miss Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and the Office of Community Service Learning (OCSL) team up for Join the Huddle to Fight Hunger Week, Nov. 15-22.

As part of the Conference USA initiative to unite all member institutions through conference-wide community outreach, the SAAC and OCSL are inviting all student groups and alumni to participate.  Join the Huddle to Fight Hunger Week will be an exciting week of activities and opportunities for the Southern Miss campus and the Hattiesburg community to fight hunger in the area.

The organizations to benefit from the canned food drive will be Christian Services and the Edwards Street Fellowship Center.

Listed below are important dates and details for Join the Huddle to Fight Hunger Week:

Mon. – Fri., Nov. 15-19 –Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to bring canned goods during business hours to the Office of Community Service Learning, which is located in The Hub, Room 104.

Wed., Nov. 17 -Kickoff the Golden Eagle basketball season by fighting hunger in Hattiesburg.  Canned goods will be collected from 6:30-9 p.m., at the North Gate of Reed Green Coliseum.

Thu., Nov. 18 – Bring cans to the AASO Gospel Choir Concert at 7 p.m., in the Thad Cochran Center, Ballrooms 2 and 3.

Sat., Nov. 20 – Join the Huddle to Fight Hunger at the Southern Miss versus Houston football game. We are encouraging all fans to bring canned goods to the North corner of Pride Field. Collection will begin at noon and will end at 5 p.m.

Sun., Nov. 21 - Fight hunger in Hattiesburg by bringing canned goods to the Lady Eagle basketball game. Canned goods will be collected from 1:30-3pm at the North Gate of Reed Green Coliseum.  Receive a $2 admission by bringing one canned item.

For more information, call Lauren Hillman at 266-5472 or Joshua Duplantis at 266-6467.

Filed under: USM, Conference USA, Edwards Street Fellowship Center, Joshua Duplantis, Lauren Hillman, Reed Green Coliseum, Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Thad Cochran Center, The Hub, University of Southern Mississippi

Crain Removal To Close Portion of Golden Eagle Drive on Monday

[mappress mapid="18"]On Monday, October 18 a portion of Golden Eagle Drive from West 4th Street to Black and Gold Boulevard will be closed to allow for dismantling of the crane used to erect the parking garage. During this time motorists entering campus from West 4th Street must travel on Eagle Walk or M.K Turk Circle around Reed Green Coliseum.

Access to the Payne Center commuter parking lot will only be available through M.K Turk Circle around the coliseum. Motorists are urged to use caution in this area and be aware of other possible detours or limited access during this time.

Filed under: Forrest County, Hattiesburg, USM, Hattiesburg, Parking, Payne Center, Reed Green Coliseum, road closure, traffic, USM

Send a Text to Report Fans Bad Behavior at USM

M.M. Roberts Stadium

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Fans attending Saturday’s football game between The University of Southern Mississippi and Prairie View A&M can report any disruptive or suspicious behavior right from their seats at M.M. Roberts Stadium.

Through the Guest Assist text messaging system, fans may use their cell phones to initiate an instant conversation with command center personnel at Roberts Stadium. Here’s how the system works: a fan in need of assistance will text the key word “usm” followed by 78247. The request is instantly routed to the Guest Assist web-based communications center and dispatched to appropriate stadium security personnel.

“Guest Assist gives the fans the comfort of added security but it also lends itself to answer any questions or concerns fans may have such as parking situations, specific location, medical needs, handicap requests and important weather alerts,” said Rickey Bradley, project coordinator at The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security at Southern Miss. “This means our fans are happier and can focus on the event.”

Bradley also points out that the Guest Assist system helps encourage fan participation because those attending “don’t necessarily feel intimidated by becoming involved.”

The text messaging system is also scheduled for use during Southern Miss basketball games at Reed Green Coliseum and baseball games at Pete Taylor Park.

Kickoff for Saturday’s football home opener is set for 6 p.m. To view an example of the Guest Alert system in action, go to http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=4657099.

For more information about the system contact Bradley at 601.266.6183.

USM Public Relations

Filed under: Featured, Sports, USM, cell phones, Hattiesburg, Hattiesburg Mississippi, M. M. Roberts Stadium, National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security, Pete Taylor Park, Reed Green Coliseum, Roberts Stadium, Southern Miss Athletics, Southern Miss Golden Eagles football, Sports, University of Southern Mississippi, web-based communications center