Oklahoma Sooners
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Meet the Sooners Day Fan Guide
2007 Meet the Sooners Day Event Map (PDF) | Area Map
NORMAN,
Okla. -- One of the most popular traditions surrounding the
Oklahoma football program is Meet the Sooners Day.
The annual event kicks off preseason practice
and gives the Sooner Nation a unique opportunity to
interact with the Sooner players and coaching staff.
2007 Meet the Sooners Day presented by Alltel
is slated for Friday, Aug. 3. Gates will open at approximately
10 a.m. for Sooner Kids Club members and approximately
10:30 a.m. for the general public.
Due to construction around Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Meet the Sooners Day has been moved from its regular location at the football practice facility to the rugby/soccer practice area located just west of the Lloyd Noble Center. The event is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. Please stay tuned to SoonerSports.com for the latest official information.
Admission to Meet the Sooners Day is free and open to the public.
Members of the OG+E Sooners Kids Club are admitted to the event one-half hour earlier than the general public. Complete membership applications for children here. Applications must be received no later than Thursday, Aug. 2, at 5 p.m. for processing. At the event, fans can sign up at the OG+E Sooner Kids Club membership table. Existing members can also pick up membership cards at the table.
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Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item per person -- no exceptions.
Due to the length of time the players have available
and the number of people attending the event, please
plan accordingly as you enter lines for autographs.
A public address system will be utilized frequently
to make fans aware of how much time is remaining for
the event. The autograph session will end promptly
at noon to allow the team to continue with preseason
practice preparations.
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2007 MEET THE SOONERS DAY FAN GUIDE
Autograph Procedure
Fans are permitted to bring ONE autograph item
per person -- no exceptions. Autograph items are not
restricted as long as they can be transported
by one person without holding up the line and do not
pose a safety hazard. OU Athletics Department staff
reserve the right to deny an item if it poses a problem.
Players will be arranged by position with tables clearly
marked.
Location
Due to construction around Gaylord Family -
Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Meet the Sooners Day has
been moved from its regular location at the football
practice facility to the rugby practice area located
just west of the Lloyd Noble Center. Please stay tuned
to SoonerSports.com for the latest information.
Parking
Fans are encouraged to park in the Lloyd Noble Center
west parking lot.
Admission
The line for admittance to Meet the Sooners Day
will start at John Crain Soccer Field. If you are
parked at the Lloyd Noble Center, simply walk west
across the parking lot and cross the bridge toward
the soccer complex. Separate lines will be clearly
marked for OG+E Sooner Kids Club members and the general
public. Please be aware which line you are getting
in. Members of the OG+E Sooners Kids Club are admitted
to the event one-half hour earlier than the general
public.
Concessions
Concessions and merchandise stands will be set
up throughout the area. Fans are encouraged to bring
their own bottled water.
Restrooms
Public restrooms will be available at the John
Crain Soccer Field complex.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If my child is not already enrolled in the Sooner
Kids Club, can I enroll them the day of to grant them
free admission?
A table will be set up at the event for fans interested in enrolling their children in the club and they will be granted early admission.
What if I can't get the autographs I want?
Due to the length of time the players have available
and the number of people attending the event, please
be advised of the probability that each fan will not
get all of the autographs they desire. A public address
system will be utilized frequently to make fans aware
of how much time is remaining for the event. Autograph
signing will end at exactly noon, as the team must
report for practice in the afternoon.
Am I allowed to take photos with the players?
Fans are not allowed to step behind the tables to have photos taken with players in order to keep the lines moving as quickly as possible. Photos are permissible while the players are signing as long as it does not disrupt the flow of traffic.
Am I entitled to my spot in line if I leave to go to the restroom, etc.?
Fans are not entitled to retain their spot in line
if they leave for any reason. However, please use common
courtesy when dealing with such circumstances. Traditionally,
fans are very good about working together to save spots
in line when needed.
What do I do in case of a medical emergency?
Medical personnel will be on hand in case of an
emergency. If an emergency occurs, please find
the nearest medical personnel or OU Athletics Department
staff member.
What happens in the case of rain or inclement weather?
The event is subject to cancellation due to weather.
Please monitor SoonerSports.com for the latest updates.
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