FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 5, 2003
Contact: Tom Hunter, Office of University Communications, 746-2038 or 545-1555
 

CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The Kanawha Valley is expected to thunder with the sounds of "Herdmania" Wednesday, August 20, as Charleston rolls out the green carpet for the Sixth Annual Marshall University "Paint The Capital City Green" event, beginning at 6:15 p.m. at the Charleston Marriott. Recognized as the nation's largest pep rally for Thundering Herd alumni, fans and friends, the event is hosted by the Big Green Scholarship Foundation, Greater Kanawha Valley Marshall Club and Marshall University Alumni Association.

"The level of support Marshall University receives from its growing base of alumni and friends in Charleston and the Kanawha Valley is simply amazing," said Marshall President Dan Angel. "Last year's sold-out 'Paint The Capital City Green' was an incredible success. We look forward to building on that momentum by hosting another record crowd to help us kickoff Marshall's upcoming athletic campaigns." "Paint The Capital City Green" will begin with a pep rally and tailgate party, featuring food and entertainment by "Marco," the Marshall Cheerleaders and Marshall University pep band, under the direction of new Director of Bands Steven Barnett. A formal program will begin at 7:30 p.m., featuring remarks from special guests and a live auction of team collectibles, memorabilia and special items.

This year's event will feature the first Kanawha Valley appearance of new Marshall Men's Basketball Coach Ron Jirsa. Coach Jirsa will join Marshall  President Dan Angel, Director of Athletics Bob Marcum, Head Football Coach Bob Pruett and Women's Basketball Coach Royce Chadwick to discuss the  upcoming seasons for Marshall's athletic programs. Advance tickets are $25 each for adults, $15 each for children (10 and  under). Tickets at the door the evening of the event, subject to  availability, will be $35 each for adults and $20 each for children (10 and under). A limited number of reserved tables of 10 are available for  $350.00 each.

There is limited seating for this year's event and tickets are going fast!

For tickets or additional information, call 696-7138 or toll-free 866-I HERD 10 (443-7310).