The Second Annual MU - WVU Putnam County Joint Tailgate will take place at the Putnam County Courthouse parking lot in Winfield Sat., August, 25, from 4 to 8 p.m. All MU and WVU supporters from the Kanawha, Putnam and Cabell areas are encouraged to attend this "family oriented" tailgate event. There's fun for everyone adults and kids alike. No alcohol is permitted at the event.  

The Marshall University Quarterback Club of Charleston is again teaming up with Brian Pauley's "Smokin' Thunder" as we defend our team spirit award and our team  tug-of-war victory over the Mountaineers. Last year's inaugural event turned out well and this year will be even better. A large turnout is expected.    

There is no charge or reservations for tailgate spots... first come, first serve basis. Participants may bring all tailgate items - grills, tents, etc. Again, there's no alcohol permitted because this is a "family-oriented" event. A 9' x 9' Marshall tailgate tent with tailgate chairs and a banner will be at the site.    

Some of the games or competitions that will be going on: MU vs. WVU:

• Hot dog eating contest

• Tug-of-War

• Obstacle Course

• Jupiter Jump & Big Slide for the kids

• Money Machine (participants will try to gather as much cash flying around them inside an air-filled balloon-type container

• Pass for Cash

• Hammer the "Herd" Car or "Bash" the Mountaineer Car

Sponsors to Date:

• Putnam County Commission

• Poca Valley Bank 

• City National Bank

• Marshall University

• AEP John Amos Plant

• Diamond Electric

• Midway Ford

• Putnam Co. Con. & Visitors Bureau

• Marshall University QB Club of Charleston

• Smokin' Thunder

• J. Barnes & Associates

• Tri-County YMCA

• WVU Extension Services 

• Huntington Bank

• C & G's Auto Parts & Towing Service

For more information, feel free to contact the Putnam County Commission at 586-0201 or call Joseph or Karen Haynes at 757-7584 (home number).  

Or, Lee Hines at this e-mail address: leehines1@suddenlink.net.
 

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