Quote from: ADAWGISADAWG4LIFE on November 12, 2012, 11:40:10 AM

Quote from: propower64 on November 12, 2012, 08:56:04 AM
Any Adrian fans that could give me a little information on the tailgating environment at Adrian College.  I am in charge of our Tailgates for Franklin College and we are looking at making the road trip for this weekend.  Thanks!

The lot connected to the stadium is for reserved parking and season ticket holders, so that fills up. Not sure if this will apply for a playoff game, Id imagine it wont, as the parking passes are valid for the 5 game home schedule, as are the season tickets. Tickets for this game are extra cost, of course. Id imagine, but am not sure that the main lot might simply be first come first serve, with the parking fee they are sure to charge. The lot across the street is an open lot, which also carries a charge but is a first come first serve, things tend to fill up fairly quick on game day and I believe there is a hockey day scheduled for the same day (yikes). As for the  environment, its pretty hands off, people are allowed to have fun as long as they arent creating issues. I dont know if t he NCAA presence will change this or if it will remain the same, but the College itself is very open and accepting of tailgating.

Outisde those two main lots, there is another lot slightly down the street (the college bought the lot of an old apartment complex that burned down) and I know in the past they have offered parking across from the Library (about a block away). The lot by the ball fields is a bit of a hike, its on t he back 40 as we refer to it, but they do offer shuttle service from that lot to the field for those that park there.

Quote from: ADAWGISADAWG4LIFE on November 12, 2012, 11:45:42 AM
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You can clearly see the parking lot next to the stadium and across the street, those are the main two. There is also a parking lot located at the intersection of Charles and Williams (this is where the old apartments were) and in the past there is parking located in the quad area about half way down Williams street. You can see where the ball fields are in relation to the stadium and there is parking out there. All residential streets are two way parking and open as well, with the exception of Michigan ave which only has parking on one side, but  that is often lifted on big game days etc.

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Thank you for the information.  We have been told the Dawson Auditorium lot will be used for the Franklin Fans.  Look forward to a good time. 

Any Adrian fans that could give me a little information on the tailgating environment at Adrian College.  I am in charge of our Tailgates for Franklin College and we are looking at making the road trip for this weekend.  Thanks!

Franklin Fans or anyone else that wants to be a Franklin Fan for the day.  Our Touchdown Club Tailgate will be in the same spot as always.  Food line opens at 10:00am with a few breakfast items added to the food buffet for this weekend.  An other HCAC Fans are welcome to come and join in our fun. 

Just a call out to all Franklin College Fans that plan to be at Hanover this weekend to watch the Bell Game.  The Franklin College Touchdown Club will host a tailgate in the parking lot between the tennis courts and softball field.  Food line opens at 11:20 am.  GO GRIZ!

Quote from: Champs07 on November 22, 2010, 09:46:07 AM
Thoughts on Saturday...
e.) Franklin...good team, deserving of a play-off bid, and QB was definitely respectful... but why was he #26?? Never seen a good Qb where #26 lol.

Kyle wears #26 as a tribute to his father Rob who wore #26 as an ALL AMERICAN at Franklin College in the 1980's.  Rob Ray passed away after a fight with cancer right before the 2009 season.  Here is a link to a story about it: http://www.d3football.com/columns/around-the-region/midwest/2010/right-on-the-numbers

Quote from: badgerwarhawk on November 15, 2010, 12:06:47 PM
The tailgating is great at Perkins Stadium.  It's a tradition in Wisconsin and we've got lots of people that do it in the lot adjacent to the stadium and across the street behind the gymnasium/field house.  There are a few rules. 

1.  You can start three hours before the game.  You can also tailgate for two hours after the game.  The lot tends to fill up fairly quickly so it's a good idea to get there early.  Parking is $4 unless they change it for the playoffs.
2.  No open fires.  Only grills are allowed. 
3.  There is no ban on alcohol so bring whatever you wish to drink.  However you can't have a keg.  It has to be bottles, cans, etc.
4.  You can only tailgate in the area immediately behind your vehicle and you need to keep the driving lane as open as possible. 

That's about all I can remember regarding the tailgating rules. 

It's a good idea to stay in Janesville.  Whitewater is a small town and lodging is limited to a couple of hotels only one of which has a pool.  Most of our visitors stay in Janesville or Fort Atkinson.   It sounds like you are probably at the Holiday Inn Express which is near Fuddruckers.  You're only a few blocks away from the Janesville Mall which offers plenty of shopping.  There is also a Hooters behind the Farm/Fleet store if you're into that.  A good place to eat in Whitewater is Randy's Fun Hunters which is located on Milwaukee St on the east side of town.  It is also a brew pup with several different selections.  If you like beer you'll like Randys. 

Let me be the first to welcome you to the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater and the Whitewater community.  We've got terrific facilities and we're glad to have you in town.  You're a little less than a half hour drive in Janesville.  I'll try to swing by your tailgate and greet you personally. 

Game on, it should be a good one.

Badgerwarhawk,
Thanks for the information.  I look forward to a great day in Wisconsin. 

Quote from: badgerwarhawk on November 15, 2010, 10:21:35 AM
Any Franklin fans who would like information about places to stay, eat or anything in general feel free to ask.  I'll be more than happy to answer any of your questions about the area.  I look forward to our meeting and playing a program whom we've never seen before. 

Badgerwarhawk,
I am the head of tailgating for our Alumni / Parents Group Called the Touchdown Club.  I would be interested in hearing about the tailgating environment at Whitewater.  We travel with a nice size group and look forward to coming up Wisconsin.  As far as hotels we are staying in Janesville the night before and plan a night before activity at the Fuddruckers right next to our hotel.  Please feel free to stop by our tailgate and try some of our grub.  This week we will be feeding our group chicken and noodles, chicken breasts, mashed potatoes, green beans, burgers and dogs. 

FC vs DC game being played live on the web.

http://www.hometownsportsindiana.com/

USee,
No problem in Indiana there are 3 different schools named Franklin.  Franklin County, Franklin Central, and Franklin Community.  All in different parts of the state. 

Quote from: USee on December 04, 2008, 10:25:47 AM
If you are looking at the turf to determine a winner I think you are WAY overanalysing this game. 

Wheaton plays it's home games on "field turf" just like the franklin county HS field. They played at Wabash on natural grass and had their best output of the season. Franklin played at NCC on artificial grass and it didn't seem to bother them. I think Otterbein still has natural grass.

Picking Franklin is the easy pick. Go out on a limb and support the Thunder!!

Franklin County High School is in a different part of Indiana, if you coming to the game make sure you go to Franklin Community High School. Here is the address and directions.  Franklin is located 20 miles south of Indianapolis.
Driving Directions
Franklin Community High School
2600 Cumberland Drive
Franklin, IN  46131

NEW LOCATION – DIRECTIONS NOT YET AVAILABLE ON MAPQUEST

From North of Franklin:  Take 65 South to the Whiteland exit. Turn right and continue west on Whiteland Road to the stop light at U.S. 31. Turn left.  At the second stop light, turn right onto Commerce Drive. There is a Kentucky Fried Chicken on the northeast corner of this intersection.  The school is located on the right side of the road. The football field is on the west side of the building.

From South of Franklin:  North on U.S. 31. Proceed north through the stop light at U.S. 31 and State Road 44/144. Continue north to the fourth stop light, which is Commerce Drive. There is a Kentucky Fried Chicken on the northeast corner of this intersection. Turn left. The school is located on the right side of the road. The football field is on the west side of the building.

From West of Franklin:  Travel east on State Road 144 to the stop light at US 31.  Turn left and proceed north.  Continue north to the fourth stop light, which is Commerce Drive. There is a Kentucky Fried Chicken on the northeast corner of this intersection.  Turn left. The school is located on the right side of the road. The football field is on the west side of the building.

From East of Franklin:  Proceed west through downtown Franklin (St. Rd 44/Jefferson Street) to the stop light at U.S. 31. Go north on U.S. 31. Continue north to the fourth stop light, which is Commerce Drive. There is a Kentucky Fried Chicken on the northeast corner of this intersection. Turn left. The school is located on the right side of the road. The football field is on the west side of the building.

NCAA Div. III Football Playoffs
***Elite Eight***
Franklin vs. Wheaton   
@ Franklin Community High School
December 6, 2008
TAILGATE AND RALLY

This is a call out to all Franklin College football fans to join the Touchdown Club for a pre-game tailgate as the Grizzlies take on Wheaton College in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division III Playoffs. The tailgate will be set up in the parking lot just south of the Franklin Community High School Football Field.  We are also in the process of getting a 40' x 60' tent and heaters to help stay warm.   I have attached a map of the FCHS campus and driving directions.
Pre-game meal – We have a great meal planed this week: prime rib, beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, pork cutlets, burgers, brats, dogs and fresh-cut fries will be provided with donations being accepted to defray food costs.  Lunch will be served from approximately 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. to allow for the noon kickoff.  We ask everyone to bring a side dish or dessert to share.  Special thanks to Bea and Chris Northcott owner of Quiznos in Franklin for donation of the prime rib and Franklin's Mayor Fred Paris for donation the large tent and heat.
"The Franklin College community is very thankful to Franklin Community High School and the Franklin Community School Corporation for allowing us to hold the NCAA playoff game at their facility.  The hospitality, cooperation and assistance of the FCSC staff have been tremendous.  As guests of the school corporation, we are committed to hosting this event in full compliance with their rules and policies.  Grizzly fans should be aware that the Franklin Community High School campus is a smoke-free and alcohol-free facility.  Franklin College has agreed to provide adequate security personnel to ensure adherence to this policy." – Kerry Prather – Director of Athletics at Franklin College
This is an event for all Franklin College football fans; you don't have to be a member of the Touchdown Club to join in the food, fun and football. 
Please contact me at 317-695-1106 or chris@proindustries.com if you would like to donate or if you have any questions.
Go Grizzlies!
Chris Lynch
Franklin College Touchdown Club

Anyone that would like a copy of the Franklin High School Campus map or Directions to Franklin High School can e-mail me at chris@proindustries.com

Why do they start the the playoff games at 12:00 pm  instead of 1:00 or 1:30?

PLAYOFFS? DID SOMEONE SAY PLAYOFFS?
Franklin @ Otterbein   
November 22, 2008
TAILGATE AND RALLY

This is a call out to all Franklin College football fans to join the Touchdown Club for a pre-game tailgate as the Grizzlies take on Otterbein College in the first round of the NCAA DIII Playoffs. The tailgate will be set up in the east side of the Campus Center West Parking Lot located on the corner of Grove and Home.  It is the parking lot marked with the letter "L" on the map. Follow this link for a campus map of Otterbein: http://www.otterbein.edu/admission/visit/maps/colormap.asp .
Pre-game meal – Meat, buns, baked beans, fresh-cut French fries, condiments and place settings will be provided with donations being accepted to defray food costs.  Special thanks to Bea and Chris Northcott for their donation of Black Angus steak for steak sandwiches and Lori Hutchens and David Richey for their monetary donation.  Lunch will be served from approximately 10:30 a.m. until 11:45 p.m., to allow for the noon kickoff.  We ask everyone to bring a side dish or dessert to share and a cooler of your favorite beverage.
Otterbein's Athletic Department has asked me to spread word that they are a dry campus and their security officers will enforce the alcohol ban.
This is an event for all Franklin College football fans; you don't have to be a member of the Touchdown Club to join in the food, fun and football. 
Please contact me at 317-695-1106 or chris@proindustries.com to let me know what you would like to donate or if you have any questions.
Go Grizzlies!

Chris Lynch
Franklin College Touchdown Club

Franklin won 31-20.  Did not go to the game but sounded like they played very flat in the 1 quarter.