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Game Day Central: #13 Richmond

vs. #13/13 Richmond (3-2, 1-1 CAA)
Oct. 14 - 4 p.m.
Unitas Stadium - Towson, Md.

GENERAL GAME INFO
When Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 4 p.m.
Where Towson, Maryland
Facility Johnny Unitas Stadium (11,196)
Tickets $15 in advance / $20 at gate
Theme Family Weekend
Community Partner The Red Devils
Student Group Partner SGA, CAB, URG, Food Insecurity and Food Share
College Partner CHP, Admissions
TV Fox Sports Go
Matt Janus (PxP) and Brad Jackson (Analyst)
Radio CBS Sports Radio 1300
Spiro Morekas (PxP) and Gordy Combs (Anaylyst)
Live Stats TowsonTigers.com

2-Minute Drill
  • Towson returns from its bye week to play host to Richmond.  Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. at Johnny Unitas® Stadium.
  • The Tigers are 5-3 in the Rob Ambrose era following a bye.  Towson is 5-5 following a bye since joining the CAA in 2007.
  • The Tigers are facing Richmond following their bye for the second-straight year.
  • Saturday's game marks the second-straight game in which the Tigers will face an opponent that is coming off an overtime game against Albany.
  • The Tigers defense has forced seven turnovers in two home games this season.  They have recorded three interceptions in each game, marking the first time in school history that they had two games in the same season with three interceptions.
  • The teams played a tight game last season that came down to the final possession.  UR emerged from the game with a 31-28 victory.  The offenses had the stage in the first half, while the defenses stepped up in the second half.Towson did its damage mainly on the ground as they rushed for 225 yards and four touchdowns.
  • Shane Simpson recorded his first 100-yard game with 106 yards on 12 carries, while Darius Victor rushed for 99 yards and four touchdowns.
  • The Tigers pass defense will be tested as the Spiders enter the weekend with the top passing offense in the CAA at 404.6 ypg.  Towson is allowing 178.2 passing yards per game.
  • The catalyst of the Richmond passing attack is quarterback Kyle Lauletta.  Through five games, he has thrown for 2,023 yards and 17 touchdowns.
Key Info for October 14
  • Crab Feast
    • The Student Activities Crab Feast will take place in the Towson Center..
  • Entering the Stadium
    • All fans entering Johnny Unitas® Stadium in 2017 will be subject to new security measures. 
    • Metal-detector wands will be utilized at all entrances into the stadium.
    • Please allow extra time to enter prior to the game.
  • Bag Policy
    • Backpacks, small purses, diaper bags, etc. will be permitted at Johnny Unitas ® Stadium and are subject to search.
    • However, any bags exceeding 14"x11"x4" will NOT be permitted in the Stadium and can be placed at claim check.
  • Claim Check
    • Claim checks will be available at the North and South gates for any items that are not permitted inside Johnny Unitas® Stadium.
    • Strollers are permitted inside Johnny Unitas ® Stadium, however, must be stored in designated areas.
  • Player Will Call
    • Towson player will call will now be located in the South Unitas ticket window located on the press box side of the stadium.
  • Bill Bateman's Bistro Tailgate in Lot 13
    • Opens 4 hours prior to kickoff. Food and beer specials go up until game time and ALL Tiger Fans are welcome, 21 and over with proper ID to drink. Once inside the stadium, fans will have the opportunity to continue to enjoy Bateman's food as they will be operating out of the concession stand on the north side of the stadium.
  • Greene Turtle on the Track
    • During the game, the Greene Turtle will be hosting fans in the east end zone of the track in the Greene Turtle Tent. The tent will open 45 minutes prior to kickoff and close at the end of the game. Food and beer specials will be available to all fans 21 and over.
  • Family Zone in East Endzone
    • Towson's new Family Zone will be located on the track in the East endzone. This year's features in the Family Zone will include a moon bounce, face painting, and photo opportunities with player cut outs and Doc the Tiger.
  • Parking
    • Permit parking (season ticket holders) are now located in lot 21 and 21a. General parking is FREE on a first-come-first-served basis for lots 13 and 14. Game day parking permits will be required to park in Lots 19, 20 and 21. Lots 13, 14 and all core campus garages and non-resident lots will be available for General Parking 4 hours prior to game time. No permit is required for these areas. Once the general parking in lots 13 & 14 near the stadium fill, general parkers will be redirected to the Union or Glen garages.
  • Student Tickets
    • No more ticket vouchers. Towson students present their OneCard when entering and all OneCards will be run through a ticket scanner to verify admission. Only valid and active OneCards are accepted. Students can use meal points at the concession stands within Johnny Unitas Stadium, however, meal equivalency use will not be allowed.
  • Tailgating
    • New tailgating maps have been added to Game Day Central, as well as the University's full tailgating policy.
  • Tents
    • Due to safety concerns, tents will be allowed in all lots EXCEPT Lot 14.

For more information, visit Game Day Central on TowsonTigers.com.
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Players Mentioned

Darius Victor

#7 Darius Victor

RB
5' 8"
Senior
Shane Simpson

#13 Shane Simpson

RB
5' 9"
Redshirt Sophomore

Players Mentioned

Darius Victor

#7 Darius Victor

5' 8"
Senior
RB
Shane Simpson

#13 Shane Simpson

5' 9"
Redshirt Sophomore
RB