App State will host the Georgia State football game on Oct. 26 as scheduled

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Oct 17, 2024 12:28:00 p.m

BOONE, N.C. – App State will host Georgia State as scheduled for its football game on Oct. 26 with kickoff at 1 p.m. at Kidd Brewer Stadium. The game, whose tickets sold out in August, will be streamed live on ESPN+.

This will be the Mountaineers’ first home football game since the High Country community and western North Carolina region were hit by the effects of Hurricane Helene nearly three weeks ago.

The university reopened following Hurricane Helene on October 11 and resumed classes on October 16. During this time, the App State Disaster Relief Fund was established and more than $2 million was distributed to members of the university community experiencing hardship by Helene.

“We are working to thoughtfully, responsibly and respectfully bring back university events to Boone that are supported by students, faculty and staff, and a passionate base of alumni and others who love Appalachian State University and Western North Carolina,” interim chancellor Heather said Norris. “We are committed to ensuring that the university continues to support and sustain our community in meaningful and lasting ways.

“We have worked with the city and county to respond to the immediate needs of our community during and after Hurricane Helene, and we are committed to maintaining this partnership as we continue to advance recovery efforts and a sense of hope for the future “build” for our broader community.”

“App State football is an important part of the culture and economy of our university community, the High Country and western North Carolina region,” said Athletics Director Doug Gillin. “We are grateful to the university, city and district leadership and are committed to ensuring a safe and responsible return competition. We hope this event will further bring our community together and help support everyone recovering.”

Please note the following important information regarding the Saturday, October 26 game against Georgia State.

• Yosef Club parking lots open at 8 a.m. and close one hour after the end of the game.
• Gates open at 11:00 a.m. Early entry to the Student Yosef Club is at 10:45 a.m
• Kickoff at 1 p.m., televised by ESPN+
• App State Homecoming events have been postponed until November 23rd. More information about homecoming events will follow soon.
• Ways to support the High Country community:

  • Support local businesses by visiting their Highland locations or purchasing gift cards and gift certificates.
  • Fans who do not wish to use their tickets for the Oct. 26 game may return them to the App State Ticket Office. The ticket office will reissue tickets to those who assisted with recovery efforts in the community. According to policy, tickets are non-refundable.

• Additional considerations to support highland recovery efforts:

  • Fans should consider carpooling to the game to reduce traffic.
  • Use AppalCart or rideshare if you are able.
  • Keep in mind that the city and county curfew may still be in effect on October 26th.
  • Consider purchasing your tailgate supplies from local businesses.
  • Please throw trash into the designated containers before you leave.