Jay C. Upchurch
7/30/2007, 04:46 PM
Annual event slated for Friday, Aug. 3, at Rugby/Soccer practice fields.
NORMAN — One of the most popular traditions surrounding the Oklahoma football program is Meet the Sooners Day. The annual event kicks off preseason practice and gives the Sooner Nation a unique opportunity to interact with the Sooner players and coaching staff.
2007 Meet the Sooners Day presented by Alltel is slated for Friday, Aug.
3. Gates will open at approximately 10 a.m. for Sooner Kids Club members
and approximately 10:30 a.m. for the general public.
Due to construction around Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium,
Meet the Sooners Day has been moved from its regular location at the
football practice facility to the rugby/soccer practice area located
just west of the Lloyd Noble Center. The event is subject to
cancellation due to inclement weather. Please stay tuned to
SoonerSports.com for the latest official information.
Admission to Meet the Sooners Day is free and open to the public.
Friday, August 3rd
10 a.m.
Sooner Kids Club members admitted to rugby practice field for autograph
session
10:30
General public admitted to rugby practice field
Noon
Players must depart rugby practice field
Members of the Sooners Kids Club
<http://www.soonersports.com/ot/okla-kids-club.html> are admitted to
the event one-half hour earlier than the general public. Complete
membership applications for children here
<http://www.soonersports.com/ot/okla-kids-club.html> . Applications must
be received no later than Thursday, Aug. 2, at 5 p.m. for processing. At
the event, fans can sign up at the Sooner Kids Club membership table.
Existing members can also pick up membership cards at the table.
Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item per person -- no
exceptions.
Due to the length of time the players have available and the number of
people attending the event, please plan accordingly as you enter lines
for autographs. A public address system will be utilized frequently to
make fans aware of how much time is remaining for the event. The
autograph session will end promptly at noon to allow the team to
continue with preseason practice preparations.
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2007 MEET THE SOONERS DAY FAN GUIDE
Autograph Procedure
Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item per person -- no
exceptions. Autograph items are not restricted as long as they can be
transported by one person without holding up the line and do not pose a
safety hazard. OU Athletics Department staff reserve the right to deny
an item if it poses a problem. Players will be arranged by position with
tables clearly marked.
Location
Due to construction around Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium,
Meet the Sooners Day has been moved from its regular location at the
football practice facility to the rugby practice area located just west
of the Lloyd Noble Center. Please stay tuned to SoonerSports.com for the
latest information.
Parking
Fans are encouraged to park in the Lloyd Noble Center west parking lot.
Admission
The line for admittance to Meet the Sooners Day will start at John Crain
Soccer Field. Fans parked at the Lloyd Noble Center should walk west
across the parking lot and cross the bridge toward the soccer complex.
Separate lines will be clearly marked for Sooner Kids Club members and
the general public. Please be aware which line you are getting in.
Members of the Sooners Kids Club are admitted to the event one-half hour
earlier than the general public.
Concessions
Concessions and merchandise stands will be set up throughout the area.
Fans are encouraged to bring their own bottled water.
Restrooms
Public restrooms will be available at the John Crain Soccer Field
complex.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If my child is not already enrolled in the Sooner Kids Club, can I
enroll them the day of to grant them free admission?
A table will be set up at the event for fans interested in enrolling
their children in the club and they will be granted early admission.
What if I can't get the autographs I want?
Due to the length of time the players have available and the number of
people attending the event, please be advised of the probability that
each fan will not get all of the autographs they desire. A public
address system will be utilized frequently to make fans aware of how
much time is remaining for the event. Autograph signing will end at
exactly noon, as the team must report for practice in the afternoon.
Am I allowed to take photos with the players?
Fans are not allowed to step behind the tables to have photos taken with
players in order to keep the lines moving as quickly as possible. Photos
are permissible while the players are signing as long as it does not
disrupt the flow of traffic.
Am I entitled to my spot in line if I leave to go to the restroom, etc.?
Fans are not entitled to retain their spot in line if they leave for any
reason. However, please use common courtesy when dealing with such
circumstances. Traditionally, fans are very good about working together
to save spots in line when needed.
What do I do in case of a medical emergency?
Medical personnel will be on hand in case of an emergency. If an
emergency occurs, please find the nearest medical personnel or OU
Athletics Department staff member.
What happens in the case of rain or inclement weather?
The event is subject to cancellation due to weather. Please monitor
SoonerSports.com for the latest updates.
OU SID REPORT
NORMAN — One of the most popular traditions surrounding the Oklahoma football program is Meet the Sooners Day. The annual event kicks off preseason practice and gives the Sooner Nation a unique opportunity to interact with the Sooner players and coaching staff.
2007 Meet the Sooners Day presented by Alltel is slated for Friday, Aug.
3. Gates will open at approximately 10 a.m. for Sooner Kids Club members
and approximately 10:30 a.m. for the general public.
Due to construction around Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium,
Meet the Sooners Day has been moved from its regular location at the
football practice facility to the rugby/soccer practice area located
just west of the Lloyd Noble Center. The event is subject to
cancellation due to inclement weather. Please stay tuned to
SoonerSports.com for the latest official information.
Admission to Meet the Sooners Day is free and open to the public.
Friday, August 3rd
10 a.m.
Sooner Kids Club members admitted to rugby practice field for autograph
session
10:30
General public admitted to rugby practice field
Noon
Players must depart rugby practice field
Members of the Sooners Kids Club
<http://www.soonersports.com/ot/okla-kids-club.html> are admitted to
the event one-half hour earlier than the general public. Complete
membership applications for children here
<http://www.soonersports.com/ot/okla-kids-club.html> . Applications must
be received no later than Thursday, Aug. 2, at 5 p.m. for processing. At
the event, fans can sign up at the Sooner Kids Club membership table.
Existing members can also pick up membership cards at the table.
Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item per person -- no
exceptions.
Due to the length of time the players have available and the number of
people attending the event, please plan accordingly as you enter lines
for autographs. A public address system will be utilized frequently to
make fans aware of how much time is remaining for the event. The
autograph session will end promptly at noon to allow the team to
continue with preseason practice preparations.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
2007 MEET THE SOONERS DAY FAN GUIDE
Autograph Procedure
Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item per person -- no
exceptions. Autograph items are not restricted as long as they can be
transported by one person without holding up the line and do not pose a
safety hazard. OU Athletics Department staff reserve the right to deny
an item if it poses a problem. Players will be arranged by position with
tables clearly marked.
Location
Due to construction around Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium,
Meet the Sooners Day has been moved from its regular location at the
football practice facility to the rugby practice area located just west
of the Lloyd Noble Center. Please stay tuned to SoonerSports.com for the
latest information.
Parking
Fans are encouraged to park in the Lloyd Noble Center west parking lot.
Admission
The line for admittance to Meet the Sooners Day will start at John Crain
Soccer Field. Fans parked at the Lloyd Noble Center should walk west
across the parking lot and cross the bridge toward the soccer complex.
Separate lines will be clearly marked for Sooner Kids Club members and
the general public. Please be aware which line you are getting in.
Members of the Sooners Kids Club are admitted to the event one-half hour
earlier than the general public.
Concessions
Concessions and merchandise stands will be set up throughout the area.
Fans are encouraged to bring their own bottled water.
Restrooms
Public restrooms will be available at the John Crain Soccer Field
complex.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If my child is not already enrolled in the Sooner Kids Club, can I
enroll them the day of to grant them free admission?
A table will be set up at the event for fans interested in enrolling
their children in the club and they will be granted early admission.
What if I can't get the autographs I want?
Due to the length of time the players have available and the number of
people attending the event, please be advised of the probability that
each fan will not get all of the autographs they desire. A public
address system will be utilized frequently to make fans aware of how
much time is remaining for the event. Autograph signing will end at
exactly noon, as the team must report for practice in the afternoon.
Am I allowed to take photos with the players?
Fans are not allowed to step behind the tables to have photos taken with
players in order to keep the lines moving as quickly as possible. Photos
are permissible while the players are signing as long as it does not
disrupt the flow of traffic.
Am I entitled to my spot in line if I leave to go to the restroom, etc.?
Fans are not entitled to retain their spot in line if they leave for any
reason. However, please use common courtesy when dealing with such
circumstances. Traditionally, fans are very good about working together
to save spots in line when needed.
What do I do in case of a medical emergency?
Medical personnel will be on hand in case of an emergency. If an
emergency occurs, please find the nearest medical personnel or OU
Athletics Department staff member.
What happens in the case of rain or inclement weather?
The event is subject to cancellation due to weather. Please monitor
SoonerSports.com for the latest updates.
OU SID REPORT